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Instant Pot Turkey Chili is the ultimate EASY and HEALTHY cozy dinner! Just a few simple ingredients, your Instant Pot, and about 30 minutes of cook time in the Instant Pot is all you need to get this hearty meal on the table! As a nutritionist, I love that it’s packed with lean protein, fiber, and flavor, making it perfect for busy weeknights.
It’s officially chili season! Whether college football is taking over your Saturdays or NFL Sundays dominate your living room, there’s nothing like a warm, comforting bowl of chili to pair with the games! While I might stick to baseball for the actual sport, my chili rotation is serious business. I like to mix it up weekly with options like Beef Chili, Chorizo Chili, White Chicken Chili, or even my Creamy Pumpkin Chicken Chili!
This Instant Pot Turkey Chili is super simple, hearty, and full of flavor. Tender ground turkey, sweet yellow bell pepper, and a touch of jalapeño come together with crushed tomatoes and chili powder for a perfectly balanced dish. Top it with creamy avocado and fresh cilantro to cool down any heat from the chili, and you have a meal that’s as colorful as it is delicious!
Leftovers are even better the next day, making this a perfect meal prep option. I also love serving it over a bed of cauliflower rice for a low-carb twist, or saving it for easy lunches throughout the week.
Tips for Making the Best Instant Pot Turkey Chili
Use lean ground turkey for a lighter chili without sacrificing protein.
Adjust the jalapeño to your heat preference. I usually leave the seeds in for a little extra kick.
Let the chili sit for 10 minutes after cooking for flavors to meld even more.
Swap toppings to mix it up. Try shredded lettuce, a squeeze of lime, or diced tomatoes.
How to Make Instant Pot Turkey Chili
- Turn your 6-quart Instant Pot to sauté on medium and add oil. Once hot, add ground turkey, onion, garlic, and salt. Cook for 8 to 10 minutes, breaking up the meat, until browned.
- Stir in water, crushed tomatoes, bell pepper, jalapeño, and chili powder. Lock the lid and cook on high pressure for 5 minutes. Use a quick release.
- Serve topped with diced avocado and chopped cilantro.
Serving Suggestions
This chili is perfect on its own or served over cauliflower rice for a lighter option. It also pairs beautifully with homemade cornbread or a fresh green salad. Meal prep tip: store in individual containers for an easy grab-and-go lunch!
Enjoy the flavors, the comfort, and the ease of this Instant Pot Turkey Chili!!!!!
Instant Pot Turkey Chili
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil or avocado oil
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 28 oz crushed tomatoes
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 medium yellow bell pepper
- 1 medium jalapeno, seeded and chopped
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 2 medium avocado, halved, pitted, peeled, and diced
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
- In a 6 qt Instant Pot, select saute and adjust to normal/medium. Add the oil to the pot When it’s hot, add the turkey, onion, garlic, and salt. Cook, stirring occasionally with a wooden spoon to break up the meat, 8 to 10 minutes. Select cancel.
- Stir in 1/2 cup water, the tomatoes, bell pepper, jalapeño, and chili powder. Lock the lid in place. Select Manual, and cook on high pressure for 5 minutes. Use a quick release.
- Top servings with the avocado and cilantro.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
How would you tweak this recipe for the slow cooker?
Hi Elizabeth, saute the turkey with onion and garlic, then add to the slow cooker. Add the remaining ingredients and cook on low for 4 hours. You can also try this slow cooker turkey recipe: https://www.wholesomelicious.com/slow-cooker-butternut-squash-turkey-chili/
I added a tsp of cumin, kidney beans, and substituted stewed tomatoes. My husband said it was my best chili yet!
Good looking recipe! I am trying this out tonight and I am an instantpot beginner. If I double the recipe, do I have to cook longer on high pressure?
Also planning to add in kidney beans.
The time is still the same if you double!
Made this last weekend, and making it again today! This was AMAZING and great for leftovers. Amy thank you for the tips and advice on adding kidney beans as an option.
Sure! I’ve also added the nutrition facts to the recipe.
Made this last night and we all enjoyed it! Onion was left out of the list of ingredients and I regrettably did not have any onions on hand so mine was onionless. I will definitely make it again with onion next time! But you might want to update the recipe to include it in the ingredient list. Thanks for so many great and healthy recipes!
Just added the onion, thank you!
This was delicious! I made it last night and will double it next time.