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Instant Pot Turkey Chili

June 13, 2020 by Christy, Updated March 16, 2021 10 Comments

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This Instant Pot turkey chili is absolutely the best around! It’s comforting, healthy and full of flavor but lightened up with some veggies and lean turkey.

Table of Contents

  • Why you need to make this Instant Pot turkey chili
  • Ingredients
  • How to make Instant Pot Turkey Chili
  • What to serve with chili
  • Storing chili
  • Other instant pot recipes
  • Other Ground Turkey Recipes
  • Instant Pot Turkey Chili
    • Ingredients 
    • Instructions
    • Notes
    • Nutrition
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This is one of the best bowls of chili I’ve ever had and I highly recommend adding it to your regular meal routine! If you’re new to Instant Pot, this is an easy way to get started and hooked on using it since it’s easy as can be.

This recipe can be made in 30 minutes and each bowl has 30 grams of protein for less than 350 calories which is amazing! So lean and so tasty.

Why you need to make this Instant Pot turkey chili

This turkey chili is what all of your chili-filled dreams are made of. And the Instant Pot makes it oh so quick and easy. Here are some of the reasons this recipe is the best:

  • Lightened with ground turkey and veggies
  • Done in 30 minutes
  • One pot mealFull of flavor from LOTS of spices and seasoning
  • Over 30 grams of protein
  • Under 350 calories
  • Reheats well as leftovers

Using heavily seasoned ground turkey and veggies lightens it up without losing any flavor. Are you wondering how it is so good when it’s so light and healthy?

Welcome to the spice cabinet friends. This recipe uses a lot of spices, all readily accessible, to create a bowl of chili that will knock your socks off. It’s so full of flavor that it might just be your new favorite way to do chili.

Normally chili simmers stovetop, but the Instant Pot cuts the cook time in half. It also makes it so that you don’t have to clean up chili splatters from all over your stovetop (a minor but definite perk).

Ingredients

First and foremost, you’ll need an instant pot. I have this 8 Quart Duo Plus but most 6 or 8 quart models should work for this recipe. It may look like a long list but the ingredients in this chili recipe are pretty basic:

  • oil (I prefer avocado oil since it has a high smoke point)
  • onion
  • red pepper
  • a poblano or green pepper
  • carrots
  • garlic
  • ground turkey
  • chili powder
  • paprika
  • oregano
  • cumin
  • salt
  • pepper
  • broth
  • kidney beans
  • chili beans
  • crushed tomatoes
  • Worcestershire
  • cocoa powder
  • tomato paste
  • lime juice
overhead shot of instant pot turkey chili ingredients

How to make Instant Pot Turkey Chili

Thanks to Instant Pot, this Turkey Chili is super simple to make. I don’t know about you but I’m always looking for quick and easy dinner recipes since I never seem to have enough time.

This one is all made in the Instant Pot too so you only get one pot dirty – woohoo! Here are the basic steps to follow.

  1. Heat the oil and sauté the veggies
  2. Brown and break up the ground turkey
  3. Add spices to season turkey and then deglaze the pan with broth before adding most of the remaining ingredients
  4. Seal the lid and cook on high pressure for 10 minutes
  5. Quick release pressure then stir in lime juice and season to taste if desired
  6. Serve with cornbread and all your favorite fixings!
spoonful of turkey chili over an instant pot full of it

What to serve with chili

Can we all agree that chili isn’t chili without all the fixings? While the dish itself is dairy free, I normally add a few fresh toppings along with a bit of dairy.

Here are some of my favorite chili toppings:

  • shredded cheddar cheese
  • sour cream
  • finely minced red or yellow onion
  • green onion (I normally do this or the chopped onion, not both)
  • chives
  • cilantro
  • avocado
  • cornbread – this recipe for whole wheat, healthier cornbread that is still buttery is exactly what you’re looking for
bowl of turkey chili with a second bowl and plate of cornbread in background

Storing chili

As with most soups, this Instant Pot turkey chili stores and reheats well, making it the perfect meal for leftovers.

  • Refrigerator – store in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
  • Freezer – to freeze, put soup into microwave safe containers or a freezer safe bag (I use these reusable bags), leaving a little bit of room at the top of the container or bag for the soup to expand as it freezes.

Other instant pot recipes

If you’re quickly falling in love with your Instant Pot and looking for new recipes to continue your love affair, I’ve got you covered:

  • This amazing eggplant chicken curry – each bite is full of flavor
  • This Guinness beef stew gets a uniquely delicious flavor profile from a hearty stout
  • Creamy, fabulous beef stroganoff that’s all made in one pot
  • This beef plov recipe from Let the Baking Begin has been on my recipes to try list for awhile now

Other Ground Turkey Recipes

It’s no secret that I’m a proponent of ground turkey. Here are a few of my favorite recipes:

  • Turkey tacos are so intensely flavorful with fajita veggies and lots of spices and so quick and easy to make
  • Stuffed cabbage rolls with quinoa and veggies are THE best healthy way to do this Eastern European dish
  • Simmered spaghetti sauce that tastes just as good as traditional beef sauce
  • These Greek turkey meatballs with tzatziki sauce are a fun, appetizer that you’re sure to love
  • Thai Stuffed peppers are one of our absolute favorites – sooo full of flavor on their own and then topped with a drizzle of peanut sauce
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Instant Pot Turkey Chili

Created by: Christy Gurin
Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
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Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
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This Instant Pot turkey chili is absolutely the best around! It's comforting, healthy and full of flavor but lightened up with some veggies and lean turkey.

Ingredients
 

  • 1 Tbsp. olive or avocado oil
  • 1 medium onion roughly chopped
  • 1 red pepper seeded and chopped
  • 1 green or poblano pepper seeded and chopped
  • 2 carrots finely chopped
  • 1 Tbsp. minced garlic
  • 1 lb. ground turkey
  • 2 Tbsp. chili powder
  • 1 tsp. paprika
  • 1 tsp. oregano
  • 1 tsp. cumin
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 1/2 tsp. fresh cracked pepper
  • 2 cups low sodium chicken or beef broth
  • 15 oz. can kidney beans drained and rinsed
  • 15 oz. can chili beans drained and rinsed
  • 28 oz. can crushed tomatoes
  • ½ Tbsp. Worcestershire (link is to a gluten free Worcestershire sauce)
  • 1 tsp. unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 Tbsp. tomato paste
  • ½ Tbsp. lime juice
  • Serve with shredded cheese, sour cream, cilantro, avocado, hot sauce, chopped red onion or sliced green onion, and/or any other desired toppings

Instructions

  • Turn Instant Pot on to Sauté setting and add oil to pot.
  • Once oil is hot, add chopped onion, peppers, and carrot and sauté 4-5 minutes until softened and starting to brown.
  • Add garlic and turkey and brown, using a wooden spoon to break up into small pieces while cooking.
  • Once turkey is browned. add chili powder, paprika, oregano, cumin, salt, and pepper and cook 1 minute longer until spices become aromatic.
  • Add a splash of the broth and use the wooden spoon to deglaze pan and scrape up any burnt areas on bottom before pouring the rest of the broth in.
  • Add beans, crushed tomatoes, Worcestershire, cocoa powder, and tomato paste. Stir well to mix ingredients together.
  • Close and seal Instant Pot lid and move vent to closed position.
  • Set pressure level to High and set pressure cook time to 10 minutes (manual setting).
  • When finished cooking, quick release pressure using a long wooden spoon and kitchen towel and once safe, remove lid.
  • Add lime juice and stir chili. Season to taste with salt, pepper, and additional chili powder if preferred and serve with your favorite toppings.

Notes

*To make chili on the stovetop, follow all instructions but make in a large pot instead of Instant Pot. Sauté on medium heat to cook peppers, onions, and turkey. After adding broth, crushed tomatoes and other ingredients, bring to a simmer and then reduce heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes before adding lime juice and serving.  

Nutrition

Calories: 347kcal | Carbohydrates: 46g | Protein: 31g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 42mg | Sodium: 1401mg | Potassium: 1572mg | Fiber: 14g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 6368IU | Vitamin C: 60mg | Calcium: 153mg | Iron: 7mg

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  1. Matt says

    June 19, 2022

    5 stars
    This recipe is absolutely delicious! Definitely going to be a new go-to for me. I somehow found the resolve to put a portion in a ziplock bag in the freezer to save for a day I don’t feel like cooking.

    Note: I omitted lime juice, cocoa powder, and the Worcestershire sauce. Still amazing.

    Reply
    • Christy says

      June 20, 2022

      I’m so glad you liked the recipe Matt!

      Reply
  2. Amy Rates says

    January 17, 2022

    What is the serving size amount? It only says 6 servings

    Reply
    • Christy says

      January 30, 2022

      I didn’t divide and measure so I can’t give an exact measurement. The nutrition facts for each serving are for 1/6th of the total recipe. I wish I had a better answer for you!

      Reply
  3. Emilee McGann says

    June 15, 2021

    5 stars
    Excellent chili! The only addition I made was some good beer, and I ended up slow-cooking it, starting with all raw ingredients. Delicious.

    Reply
    • Christy says

      July 2, 2021

      Great idea! Beer is a great addition in pretty much anything in my opinion. 😉

      Reply
  4. Chantel says

    January 31, 2021

    5 stars
    This chili is the best! So easy in the instant pot too!

    Reply
    • Christy says

      February 1, 2021

      So happy you like the recipe! 🙂

      Reply
  5. Shelly Smiths says

    June 19, 2020

    Looks so tempting

    Reply
  6. Carina Chiara says

    June 15, 2020

    Interesting Recipe

    Reply

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