How to Make Instant Pot® Yardbird Chili with White Beans - A Step-by-Step Guide

Chili is a classic comfort food that is perfect for a cozy night in or a casual gathering with friends and family. It's warm, hearty, and packed with flavor, making it a top choice for many people during the colder months. If you're a fan of chili and are looking for a new and delicious recipe to try, then you're in luck. Instant Pot® Yardbird Chili with White Beans is a fantastic twist on the traditional chili recipe, and it's guaranteed to become a new favorite in your household.

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 ½ chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, crushed
  • 1 (28 ounce) can green enchilada sauce
  • 2 cups dry great northern beans, sorted and rinsed
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 2 (4 ounce) cans chopped green chiles (such as Hatch®), undrained
  • 1 tablespoon oregano
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 cup shredded Cheddar-Monterey Jack cheese blend, or to taste
  • ½ cup chopped cilantro, or to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 5 mins
  • Additional Time: 25 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 45 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and select Saute function. Pour in oil. Add chicken pieces to the hot oil and saute until lightly browned, 5 to 7 minutes. Add onion and garlic and saute until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes more.
  • Add enchilada sauce, dry beans, broth, green chiles, oregano, and cumin to the pot. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 45 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  • Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, at least 25 minutes to allow beans to fully cook. Unlock and remove the lid. Garnish chili with shredded Cheddar-Monterey Jack cheese blend and cilantro.
  • Nutrition

    330 cal.

    • Total Fat: 11g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 27mg
    • Sodium: 977mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 40g
    • Dietary Fiber: 11g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 20g
    • Vitamin C: 31mg
    • Calcium: 127mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 1052mg