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Texas Roadhouse Chili {Instant Pot}

Published: Dec 27, 2020 · Modified: Mar 15, 2022 by Sunena Anand · This post contains affiliate links. I make a commission from sales. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. · 6 Comments

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This Texas Roadhouse chili is the ultimate comfort food on a cool day. While chili typically takes hours to simmer and develop those deep, rich flavours we all know and love, this chili comes together in just 40 minutes in the Instant Pot! Served with homemade jalapeño corn bread, comfort food has never been easier.

Texas roadhouse chilli in a bowl, garnished with tortilla chips and fixings.
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Why This Recipe Works

  • It is a quick take on chili: The Instant Pot produces flavourful and high quality chilli without having to labour over the stove all day. This means you can have chilli on the table on a weeknight!
  • It has beans: This is controversial - I know. I, for one, love beans in my chilli, as it adds to the meatiness and heartiness of the dish.
  • It is not overly spicy: This chilli is flavourful, but not overwhelmingly spicy. If you prefer it that way, the spice level is easily customizable!

Ingredients

Ingredients for texas roadhouse chili labelled on a sheet pan.
  • Ground beef
  • Onions & garlic
  • Chicken broth: A small amount of chicken broth is needed for cooking in the Instant Pot, to avoid getting a burn notice while cooking.
  • Diced tomatoes: Diced tomatoes are the ideal tomatoes for this chili, as they add a little bit of texture.
  • Kidney beans: Canned kidney beans work just fine in this chili.
  • Chopped green chiles: These add the right balance of spice and acidity.
  • Spices: Chili powder, adobo, cayenne pepper and salt.
  • Corn starch slurry: You will need a mixture of corn starch and water to thicken up the chili.

A full list of ingredients with measurements is located on the recipe card, below.

Instructions

START WITH...

Collecting all your ingredients - This will make cooking so much easier. Gather all the spices you will need, and keep them nearby. 

Chop your ingredients - Dice the onion and finely mince the garlic.

Step by step instructions to prepare instant pot chili.

Turn your Instant Pot on sauté mode, on HI. Spray with some cooking spray, and add the chopped onions and garlic. Sweat the onions until they are translucent - they do not need to be brown.

Once the onions have softened, add the ground beef to the Instant Pot. With a wooden spoon or silicon spatula, break down the ground beef. Again, it does not need to be browned, just broken down.

Add the chopped chiles, diced tomatoes, chicken broth, kidney beans, and spices to the pot. Stir, and cover with the lid.

Ensure your pressure valve is set to sealing position. Pressure cook the chili for 20 minutes on HI. Quick release once done.

Once the pressure has released, switch to sauté mode once again on HI. Let the chili simmer for 5 minutes. After 5 minutes, add the corn starch slurry and simmer for another 5 minutes.

Serve with your favourite fixings!

Expert Tip

For a rich flavour, I recommend using a ground beef that has a little bit of fat content to it. The sweet spot is 90/10 or 90% lean. It will ensure that there is just the right amount of richness without a thick layer of grease on the chili.

Substitutions

  • Ground beef: You can use ground chicken or turkey for a lighter twist.
  • Chicken broth: You can use beef broth or vegetable broth, depending on what you have on hand.
  • Chopped green chiles: You can omit these if you cannot find them, or substitute with some finely chopped pickled jalapeños for a similar acidic heat.
  • Kidney beans: Feel free to leave out the beans if you are team no-beans. Alternatively, you can try this with pinto beans too.
  • Corn starch: You can use masa harina [corn flour] to thicken the chili. Sprinkle in a tablespoon when you would use the corn starch.

Variations

  • Extra spicy: Add in extra cayenne pepper to the chili to make this extra spicy.
  • Chocolatey: This may sound strange, but chocolate in chili is a fantastic way to deepen and richen the flavours.
  • Sausage: To make this extra meaty, add some chorizo sausage.

Equipment

This is what I used to make this recipe - Please be mindful that different equipment and cooking utensils may yield varying results. Most of my favourite equipment can be found on my storefront.

  • Instant Pot

Storage

Store leftover chili in the fridge for 3-4 days, in an airtight container. You can also freeze leftovers in a freezer-safe container for up to 6 months.

Reheat on the stove in a sauce pan, or in the microwave.

Texas chili in a bowl with fixings - cheese, jalapeno, and sour cream.

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This recipe was originally published in December, 2020. It was updated in March, 2022 to include process shots, detailed instructions and tips for making the best Texas roadhouse chili every single time!

Texas roadhouse chilli in a bowl, garnished with tortilla chips and fixings.

Texas Roadhouse Chili {Instant Pot}

This Texas Roadhouse chili is the ultimate comfort food on a cool day. While chili typically takes hours to simmer and develop those deep, rich flavours we all know and love, this chili comes together in just 40 minutes in the Instant Pot! Served with homemade jalapeño corn bread, comfort food has never been easier.
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Estimated Calories: 480kcal
Author: The Sassy Foodie

Ingredients

  • ½ Yellow onion diced
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 lb Ground beef 90% lean
  • 1 ½ tablespoon Chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon Adobo seasoning
  • ½ tablespoon Smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
  • 1 cup Chicken broth
  • 15 oz can Red kidney beans drained and rinsed
  • 10 oz can Rotel diced tomatoes
  • 4 oz can Diced green chiles
  • 1 tablespoon Corn starch
  • 1 tablespoon Cold water
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  • Saute the onions: Turn your Instant Pot on sauté mode, on HI. Spray with some cooking spray, and add the chopped onions and garlic. Sweat the onions until they are translucent - they do not need to be brown.
    ½ Yellow onion, 3 cloves Garlic
  • Brown the beef: Once the onions have softened, add the ground beef to the Instant Pot. With a wooden spoon or silicon spatula, break down the ground beef. Again, it does not need to be browned, just broken down.
    1 lb Ground beef
  • Add the remaining ingredients: Add the chopped chiles, diced tomatoes, chicken broth, kidney beans, and spices to the pot. Stir, and cover with the lid.
    1 ½ tablespoon Chili powder, 1 tablespoon Adobo seasoning, ½ tablespoon Smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon Cayenne pepper, 1 cup Chicken broth, 15 oz can Red kidney beans, 10 oz can Rotel diced tomatoes, 4 oz can Diced green chiles, Salt to taste
  • Pressure cook: Ensure your pressure valve is set to sealing position. Pressure cook the chili for 20 minutes on HI. Quick release once done. While the chili is cooking, mix together the corn starch slurry and set aside.
    1 tablespoon Corn starch, 1 tablespoon Cold water
  • Thicken: Once the pressure has released, switch to sauté mode once again on HI. Let the chili simmer for 5 minutes. After 5 minutes, add the corn starch slurry and simmer for another 5 minutes.

Equipment

  • Instant Pot

Notes

  • For a rich flavour, I recommend using a ground beef that has a little bit of fat content to it. The sweet spot is 90/10 or 90% lean. It will ensure that there is just the right amount of richness without a thick layer of grease on the chili.
  • Serve with tortilla chips, sour cream, shredded cheese, or anything else you prefer. 

Estimated Nutrition

Calories: 480kcal | Carbohydrates: 36g | Protein: 31g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 82mg | Sodium: 468mg | Potassium: 1052mg | Fiber: 11g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 1649IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 106mg | Iron: 7mg
Course: Main Dishes
Cuisine: American
Keywords: chili con carne, chili in an instant pot, how to make chili in an instant pot, instant pot chili, texas roadhouse chili
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Comments

  1. Superna

    December 27, 2020 at 6:07 pm

    5 stars
    Fantastic!!!

    Reply
  2. Jere Cassidy

    December 27, 2020 at 8:52 pm

    5 stars
    I just got an IP, must be the last person on earth to get one!!! Gotta try this chili, and I want to try the chocolate in it.

    Reply
  3. Brianna

    December 27, 2020 at 9:26 pm

    5 stars
    Cozy, comforting and quick; doesn't get much better!

    Reply
  4. rika

    December 28, 2020 at 3:10 am

    5 stars
    I love anything that is under 30 minutes! I love chili too.

    Reply
  5. Anjali

    December 28, 2020 at 3:29 am

    5 stars
    Love this super easy one-pot chili!! It turned out great and my whole family loved it!

    Reply
  6. Dannii

    December 28, 2020 at 3:31 am

    5 stars
    We are always looking for new ways to use our instant pot and this looks delicious. So hearty and comforting too.

    Reply

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