Instant Pot Healthy Turkey and Quinoa Chili
Instant Pot Healthy Turkey and Quinoa Chili is the ultimate comfort food, combining lean ground turkey with nutrient-dense quinoa and colorful vegetables. This hearty chili is simmered in a flavorful broth, creating a delicious dish that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy gatherings. With its robust flavors and satisfying texture, this recipe is sure to please everyone at the table!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
- 1 (14.5 oz) can fire-roasted diced tomatoes
- 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 bell pepper, diced (any color)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
Instructions
- Set the Instant Pot to sauté mode. Add a splash of olive oil and sauté diced onions and bell peppers for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Add ground turkey along with salt, pepper, chili powder, and cumin. Cook until browned (6-8 minutes), breaking it up as it cooks.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Mix in quinoa, canned tomatoes (with juices), drained black beans, and vegetable broth. Stir well to combine.
- Close the Instant Pot lid securely and set to manual high pressure for 8 minutes. Once done, let it naturally release for 5 minutes before performing a quick release.
- Stir the chili before serving into bowls; top with avocado or cilantro if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For added flavor, let your chili sit for an hour before serving to meld the flavors together. Feel free to customize by adding corn or other veggies like zucchini or spinach for extra nutrients!