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    Instant Pot Chili Verde

    Published on September 2, 2020 - Updated on December 1, 2022 by Chef Rodney - Leave a Comment - This post may contain affiliate links.

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    This Chili Verde Recipe for the Instant Pot is one of the best you will ever have. Super easy to make and packed with tons of flavor.
     
    instant pot chili verde

    For the past couple of years, I've been on a quest to make every recipe I can in my Pressure Cooker (aka Instant Pot). And next on my list is this Instant Pot Chili Verde recipe.

    chili verde with tortillas

    Chili Verde has to be one of our favorite Mexican Dishes to make at home aside from the usual tacos, burritos and quesadillas. If you are not familiar with Chili Verde, it's basically a Mexican Pork Stew and sometimes called a Green Chili.

    chili verde in a bowl

    Since I also love cooking with Tomatillos it was a no brainer for me to make this recipe in my Instant Pot. If you've never heard of tomatillos before, they are small green tomatoes with husks. They are a staple of Mexican Cuisine. I love tomatillos so much that I am in the process of growing a couple of tomatillo bushes in my garden so I have access to fresh tomatillos whenever I want.

    fresh tomatillos
    Fresh Tomatillos

    💭 Instant Pot Pressure Cooker

    The Instant Pot is a combination pressure cooker, slow cooker, rice cooker, steamer with a few other capabilities. With an Instant Pot, you can make some recipes in minutes compared to hours the traditional way. While not always the case, it's a very handy appliance if you are always on the run.

    The Instant Pot comes with several safety features. If you happen to encounter an error message on the display of your IP, I suggest you visit Instant Pot's Official Customer Care Center.

    If you frequently use your Instant Pot Pressure Cooker, you've probably experienced a "smelly" lid. Here's a simple way to get rid of the smell. Fill the Instant Pot with 2 Cups of White Vinegar. Seal the lid. Use the steam setting for 2 minutes. Remove the rubber ring from the lid and let dry completely before using it.

    instant pot chili verde

    If you've ever wondered what part of the pig the Loin comes from check out the picture below. Surprised?

    pork cuts diagram

    The use of Great Northern Beans is a tad unusual for Chili Verde. I personally love them in this recipe but if you are not sure you can either substitute for another kind of white bean, omit them completely and double up on the green chilies or substitute with a can of diced tomatoes.

    instant pot chili verde

    For more great recipes that use Pork Tenderloin, I suggest you check these recipes out:

    • Weight Watchers Pork Tenderloin
    • Diabetic Slow Cooker Pork Tenderloin
    • Lisa’s Chili Verde
    • Chili Verde Enchiladas

    📋 What Ingredients do I need

    You will need the following ingredients to make this Chili Verde recipe in your Instant Pot Pressure Cooker (see recipe card for quantities): Vegetable Oil, Pork Tenderloin, Yellow Onion, Tomatillos, Garlic Cloves, Ground Cumin, Great Northern Beans, Green Chilies, Salt, Ground Black Pepper and Fresh Cilantro.

    🥣 How to make Instant Pot Chili Verde

    Add the vegetable oil to the Instant Pot and press the saute button. Add the pork and cook for about 6 minutes or until browned on all sides, stirring occasionally. Remove to plate.
    Add onion to pot; cook and stir 3 minutes or until softened. Add tomatillos, garlic and ground cumin. Cook and stir 3 minutes, scraping up the browned bits from the bottom of the pot. Stir in the beans, green chilies, salt, pepper and pork. Mix well.
    Secure the lid and move the pressure release valve to the sealing position. Press manual and cook on high pressure for 8 minutes.
    When cooking is complete, use a natural release for 10 minutes, then release the remaining pressure.
    Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with warmed tortillas if desired.

    Instant Pot Chili Verde

    Instant Pot Chili Verde

    This Chili Verde Recipe for the Instant Pot is one of the best you will ever have. Super easy to make and packed with tons of flavor.
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 20 mins
    Pressure Release 10 mins
    Total Time 35 mins
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine American, Mexican
    Servings 4
    Calories 355 kcal

    Equipment

    • Instant Pot / Pressure Cooker

    Ingredients
     

    • 1 tablespoon Vegetable Oil
    • 1 lb Pork Tenderloin, cut into 1 inch pieces
    • ½ large Yellow Onion, thinly sliced
    • 1 lb. Tomatillos, husks removed, rinsed and coarsely chopped
    • 6 Garlic Cloves, minced
    • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
    • 15 oz Great Northern Beans, drained and rinsed
    • 4 oz Green Chilies
    • 1 teaspoon Salt
    • ¼ teaspoon Ground Black Pepper
    • ¼ Cup Fresh Cilantro, Chopped
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    Instructions
     

    • Add the vegetable oil to the Instant Pot and press the saute button. Add the pork and cook for about 6 minutes or until browned on all sides, stirring occasionally. Remove to plate.
    • Add onion to pot; cook and stir 3 minutes or until softened. Add tomatillos, garlic and cumin. Cook and stir 3 minutes, scraping up the browned bits from the bottom of the pot. Stir in beans, green chilies, salt, pepper and pork. Mix well.
    • Secure the lid and move the pressure release valve to the sealing position. Press manual and cook on high pressure for 8 minutes.
    • When cooking is complete, use a natural release for 10 minutes, then release the remaining pressure.
    • Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with warmed tortillas if desired.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 355kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 34gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 74mgSodium: 741mgPotassium: 1232mgFiber: 11gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 197IUVitamin C: 22mgCalcium: 106mgIron: 5mg

    Nutritional information provided for this recipe is based on 1 serving. This information is an estimate and may vary based on several factors. If nutritional information is important to you and your diet, please verify this recipe with a Registered Dietitian.

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