Honey, let me tell you about the chili recipe that’ll have your family begging for seconds! This Instant Pot Turkey Chili is my go-to when I need something hearty on the table fast, and the secret ingredients will absolutely surprise you.
What makes this chili so special is that touch of cocoa powder and cinnamon mixed right into the spice blend — sounds crazy, I know, but trust your Gran on this one! Those warm spices create the most incredible depth of flavor that’ll have folks trying to guess your secret.
This is perfect for those chilly evenings when you want something comforting without all the fuss, and it’s wonderful for feeding a crowd at game day gatherings. The kids love it topped with sour cream and cheese, while the grown-ups appreciate how the smokiness plays with that hint of chocolate.
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Instant Pot Turkey Chili
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1 teaspoon unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1 onion chopped
- 1 jalapeno pepper seeded and minced
- 2 (14.5 ounce) cans fire-roasted diced tomatoes
- 1 (15.5 ounce) can dark red kidney beans drained and rinsed
- 1 (15.5 ounce) can light red kidney beans drained and rinsed
- 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
- 1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce minced
- 2 tablespoons adobo sauce from chipotle peppers
- salt to taste
Instructions
- Combine chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, oregano, cocoa powder, cumin, cinnamon, coriander, and black pepper in a small bowl. Set seasoning mix aside.
- Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot) and select Sauté function. Heat olive oil over high heat and brown ground turkey until crumbly, 3 to 4 minutes. Add onion and jalapeno and cook an additional 2 to 3 minutes. Add tomatoes, kidney beans, tomato sauce, chipotle pepper, adobo sauce, and seasoning mix. Mix to combine, scraping up any browned bits off the bottom of the pot. Close and lock the lid.
- Select high pressure according to manufacturers instructions; set timer for 20 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
- Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Stir chili and adjust salt, if desired. Serve with your favorite toppings.
