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17 Instant Pot Soups, Stews, and Chilis for a Quick Comforting Meal in a Bowl

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There's a chill in the air and you're craving a hearty stew or soup to warm you up. With the help of your pressure cooker (or Instant Pot!), you can enjoy a bowl on the fly. Check out some of our favorite Instant pot soup recipes, chili recipes, and stew recipes all made in your handy electric multicooker.

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Pressure Cooker Chicken and Sausage Gumbo

Pressure Cooker Chicken and Sausage Gumbo
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If you've made this popular soup before, you might know authentic gumbo can take hours to make. That's due to letting shellfish, sausage, and veggies meld to nicely develop its signature flavor. This Instant Pot soup recipe quickly infuses those flavors after only 8 minutes under pressure. 

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Jalapeño Popper Chili

Slow Cooker Jalapeño Popper Chili
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For a twist on classic chili, add cream cheese, bacon, and jalapeños! This is definitely an Instant pot chili recipe that won't disappoint. 

Buy It: Instant Pot Duo 7-in1 Electric Pressure Cooker ($79, Amazon)  

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Pressure Cooker Ham and Mixed Bean Soup

Pressure Cooker Ham and Mixed Bean Soup
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Talk about cozy. Save this Instant Pot ham and bean soup for those especially frigid days. Serve with a chunk of crusty bread for dipping.

Related: Easy Winter Dinner Ideas That Are Ready in 20 Minutes

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Moroccan Chicken and Cauliflower Stew

Moroccan Chicken and Cauliflower Stew
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We've taken spices popular in North Africa cuisine (think cumin, cinnamon, and ginger) to inspire this delicious Instant Pot stew. The quick chicken recipe is packed with layers of flavor, including apricots, olives, and garlic. 

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Texas Chuck Roast Chili

Texas Chuck Roast Chili
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Boneless beef chuck roast serves as the meaty base for this pressure cooker chili recipe. The addition of chipotle peppers in adobo add a nice smoky flavor. 

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Pressure Cooker Cauliflower and Sweet Potato Soup

Pressure Cooker Cauliflower and Sweet Potato Soup in white bowl with parsley
Credit: Andy Lyons
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Here's an easy vegan-friendly recipe to keep on hand. After your veggies are tender, finish your Instant Pot soup by blending with an immersion blender to get it nice and smooth.

Buy It: KitchenSmith Immersion Blender ($20, Target)

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Pressure Cooker Country Lamb Stew

Pressure Cooker Country Lamb Stew
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Tender cuts of lamb combined with fresh veggies make a perfectly comforting stew. And knowing it's a quick dinner that only takes 15 minutes to cook in your pressure cooker makes it all the more satisfying.

Related: 5-Ingredient Instant Pot Recipes for When You're Short on Time and Ingredients

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Fast or Slow White Chicken Chili

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Rich and creamy, you'll love how quick this Instant Pot white chicken chili comes together. Top your bowl with sliced radishes or pepitas for added crunch. If you prefer, follow the directions for making this white chili recipe in your slow cooker. 

Buy It: Crock-Pot 7qt Manual Slow Cooker ($31, Target)

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Spanish-Style Beef Stew

Spanish-Style Beef Stew
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Fire-roasted tomatoes, pitted green olives, and a blend of spices make this Spanish-inspired beef stew recipe really special. A hint of orange zest and parsley go in at the end to really give it a burst of brightness.

Related: How to Clean an Instant Pot, Including the Small Parts You Might Be Skipping 

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Pressure Cooker Sweet and Spicy Beef Stew

Pressure Cooker Sweet and Spicy Beef Stew in grey bowls with corn bread
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This Instant Pot beef stew gets double the meat by calling for both beef chuck and ground beef. The sweet and spicy comes from bell peppers, chipotle peppers, and sweet potatoes. 

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Fast or Slow New England Style Clam Chowder

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Yes, you can make clam chowder at home without spending a ton of time in the kitchen. To make it more flavorful, this creamy pressure cooker soup recipe also has bacon (because everything is better with bacon). If you don't want to use canned clams, you can also use shucked fresh clams with their liquid.

Related: 10 Delicious Instant Pot Fish Recipes for Any Night of the Week

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Pressure Cooker Smoky Cassoulet

Pressure Cooker Smoky Cassoulet
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A cassoulet is a hearty dish containing pork and white beans made popular in Southern France. It's usually slow-cooked for several hours, but our inspired take on only takes minutes in your trusty pressure cooker. 

Buy It: Cuisinart 6 qt. Electric Pressure Cooker ($100, Bed Bath & Beyond)

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Pressure Cooker Spring Vegetable Soup

Spring Vegetable Soup
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Grab some fresh green beans, potatoes, and carrots for this delicious Instant Pot vegetable soup recipe. If you've got a lot of leftovers, this would be a good recipe to freeze so you'll have a quick meal on hand for busy weeknights.

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Fast or Slow Seafood Cioppino

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Pronounced like "cho-pee-no," this is an Italian-American dish that originated on the West Coast. It's a brothy seafood stew that's got bold flavors from clam juice and tomato paste. Here we've made a super-speedy Instant Pot version that needs just one minute of cook time under pressure. We recommend enjoying your bowl with a slice of sourdough.

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Lamb, Bean, and Sweet Potato Chili

Lamb, Bean, and Sweet Potato Chili
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Instead of ground beef, this Instant Pot chili recipe is filled with lamb. It also gets a good dose of vegetables, including sweet potatoes, poblano peppers, tomatoes, and celery. Top your bowl with a dollop of Greek yogurt (or labneh, if you have it) for a creamy finish.

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Pork Stew with Gremolata

Pork Stew with Gremolata
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Searing your pork in a skillet before adding it to your pressure cooker will help the meat develop complex flavor, making your stew even more tender and unforgettable. The gremolata (a simple blend of parsley, lemon peel, and garlic) adds a bright, herbal taste to every bite. Serve with hot cooked orzo or rice to complete your dinner.

Buy It: Cuisinart 10 in. Non-Stick Skillet ($25, Target)

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Corn and Potato Stew with Cornmeal Dumplings

Corn and Potato Stew with Cornmeal Dumplings
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Need a new plant-based dinner recipe? This one is definitely a keeper! The pressure cooker stew gets a hint of heat from jalapeño peppers. But don't worry, that heat is tamed by the sweet corn and creamy coconut milk that serves as the base. Serve with sliced radishes for a peppery bite.

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    1 of 17 Pressure Cooker Chicken and Sausage Gumbo
    2 of 17 Jalapeño Popper Chili
    3 of 17 Pressure Cooker Ham and Mixed Bean Soup
    4 of 17 Moroccan Chicken and Cauliflower Stew
    5 of 17 Texas Chuck Roast Chili
    6 of 17 Pressure Cooker Cauliflower and Sweet Potato Soup
    7 of 17 Pressure Cooker Country Lamb Stew
    8 of 17 Fast or Slow White Chicken Chili
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    10 of 17 Pressure Cooker Sweet and Spicy Beef Stew
    11 of 17 Fast or Slow New England Style Clam Chowder
    12 of 17 Pressure Cooker Smoky Cassoulet
    13 of 17 Pressure Cooker Spring Vegetable Soup
    14 of 17 Fast or Slow Seafood Cioppino
    15 of 17 Lamb, Bean, and Sweet Potato Chili
    16 of 17 Pork Stew with Gremolata
    17 of 17 Corn and Potato Stew with Cornmeal Dumplings

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