A hearty chili with the perfect combination of spices and fresh ingredients. A little sweet, a little spicy, and packed with healthy ingredients. Easily made in the Instant Pot and a total crowd pleaser.
All this month (and really for the rest of the year!), I am making it my MISSION to show all of you that healthy eating can be easy, affordable, and delicious.
In reality, healthy eating = simple eating. Sure, there are a lot of fancy, specialty “health foods” out on the market. But when it comes down to it, simple, whole foods are what you want the bulk of your diet to be made up of. And if you can, opting for organic foods is a total BONUS!
Why Organic?
Now you may be thinking, “Why Organic?”.
Aside from being grown and treated with less pesticides, organic foods often have more readily available and absorbable nutrients, such as antioxidants, than conventionally grown products. Studies have shown that people with allergies to foods, chemicals, or preservatives see their symptoms lessen or completely subside when they eat exclusively organic.
Organic doesn’t mean expensive
Just like healthy eating doesn’t have to break the bank, neither does buying organic products. Most stores have their own in-house organic brands that prove organics don’t have to be overpriced. Today I am sharing a delicious chili recipe made entirely from organic foods that can be found in-store at your local store.
My Sweet and Spicy Instant Pot Chicken Chili is filled with fresh organic veggies, seasoned with organic spices, and protein packed with lean organic chicken and beans. Plus, you can’t beat the perfect balance of sweet and spicy flavor in every bite!
Sweet and Spicy Instant Pot Chicken Chili
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Total Time: 35 mins
- Yield: 6-8 servings 1x
- Category: Soups & Stews
Ingredients
- 3 5oz cans of organic chicken breast, drained
- 1 can Full Circle organic black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 can Full Circle organic pinto beans, rinsed and drained
- 32 oz Full Circle organic diced tomatoes
- 2 organic bell peppers (red or orange), diced
- 1 organic zucchini, diced
- 8 oz organic white mushrooms, chopped
- 1 organic sweet potato or yam, skinned and cut into small cubes
- 12 oz Full Circle organic chicken broth
- 1 jar of Full Circle organic pineapple salsa
- 1.5 tsp organic cumin
- 2 tsp organic chili powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional toppings: low-fat organic cheese, organic avocados, organic corn tortilla chips
Instructions
- Turn on Instant Pot and set to manual. Cut sweet potato and place on a microwave safe dish. Microwave on high for 4-5 minutes until softened. Place all ingredients in the Instant Pot and stir to evenly combine everything. Place Instant Pot top on and set the timer for 25 minutes.
- When the timer runs out, vent the Instant Pot. When done venting, serve the chili warm with organic cheese, organic sliced avocado, and organic corn tortilla chips.
This chili is naturally gluten-free, low-fat, high in fiber, full of lean protein, and comes together in less than a half hour. A great option for an easy weeknight meal the whole family will love or to meal prep on the weekend for quick lunches all week-long. And who doesn’t love a piping hot bowl of chili in the dead of a Buffalo winter?
As I mentioned, all of the ingredients in the above recipe are certified ORGANIC.
What healthy eating is not: hard, boring, tasteless, or expensive.
What healthy eating is: easy, affordable, delicious, and energizing.
What are your health goals for the new year?
Do you opt for organic products when you shop?
What’s one small thing you can do today to live healthier?
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13 responses to “Sweet and Spicy Instant Pot Chicken Chili [low-fat + gluten-free]”
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I love shopping at Tops. This chili looks amazing for a cold day! Thanks for sharing at Merry Monday!
Thanks Jenny!! I didn’t know you were local!! Hope you try this recipe out. 🙂
I actually just made some chili this week. Your sweet and spicy version sounds delicious! Next time I’ll try this recipe!
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What a yummy meal! Such a great sale on Organics too! I’ll have to check out Tops deals.
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I don’t have an instant pot and probably never will as long as I live in 600 sq ft but they sure do sound appealing for easy meals!! This sounds great!
This could definitely be made in a slow cooker or even on the stove top! Let me know if you try it. 🙂
This looks wonderfully healthy. I love the idea of pineapple salsa. Have a fabulous weekend xx
Thanks Maria!! Hope you try it! 🙂
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I have never tried Chili with pineapple but I’m willing to sample it. I have also never had bad chili! It’s all delicious! Stopping by from Merry Monday. See ya next week!
Hi Shirley! It’s such a fun twist on traditional chili! Great sweet and savory flavor. ENJOY!!
Hey Kaila, you’re massively right with the statement “Organic doesn’t mean expensive.” Truth is, many people shy away from preparing organic foods because they think that it’s so expensive. But they fail to understand that, if properly planned, organic foods can be cheaper than many processed foods.
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Thank you Nevaeh! I hope you love the chili. 🙂