Ingredients

  • 1 lb beef chuck, 1-inch cubes
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 2 teaspoons vegetable oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 chipotle chiles in adobo, finely chopped
  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans
  • 1 large sweet potato (or 4 small ones)
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 2 tablespoons ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 3 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 -15 ounce crushed tomatoes
  • 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
  • 2 cups water

Method

  • Set your instant pot to saute mode. Add in the oil, onions and garlic. Cook until soft.
  • Stir in the stew meat and ground beef. Cook until browned, about 10 minutes.
  • Pour in the water and deglaze the pan for a minute. Turn off instant pot.
  • Stir in remaining ingredients except for the beans and sweet potatoes. Cook on high pressure for 20 minutes. Natural release for 5 minutes.
  • Add in the sweet potatoes and rinsed beans. Cook on high pressure for another 10 minutes. Do a quick release so the sweet potatoes aren't overcooked.
  • Salt to taste and serve with your favorite chili toppings!