Instant Pot Navy Bean and Ham Soup
Instant Pot Navy Bean and Ham Soup is a hearty bowl packed with tender navy beans, smoky ham, and vegetables simmered in savory chicken broth with paprika and thyme. It tastes robust and comforting, with a touch of sweetness from carrots and tomatoes. Ideal for chilly evenings or busy weeknights when you want something warming and satisfying.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook1 hr 10 mins
- Serves10
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as an Instant Pot) and choose the Sauté function. Heat olive oil in the pot, then add the celery, carrot, onion, and garlic. Cook, stirring now and then, until the onion turns translucent, about 5 minutes. Turn off Sauté mode.
- 2
Stir the chicken broth, beans, paprika, and thyme into the vegetables in the pot. Close and lock the lid, then set the valve to Sealing. Select high pressure as directed by the manufacturer and set the timer for 34 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for the pressure to build.
- 3
When cooking is finished, select Cancel/Keep Warm. Let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes according to the manufacturer's instructions. Set the valve to Venting and release the remaining pressure using the quick-release method, about 5 minutes.
- 4
Unlock and remove the lid, then stir the ham and tomatoes into the bean mixture. Close and lock the lid again and move the valve to Sealing. Select high pressure per the manufacturer's instructions and set the timer for 7 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for the pressure to build.
- 5
Carefully release the pressure using the quick-release method, about 5 minutes. Season the soup with salt and pepper.
- Calories 317.78 kcal Moderate
- Protein 25.79 g Good Source
- Carbs 10.13 g Moderate
- Total Fat 20.66 g High
- Saturated Fat 7.0 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 48.84 mg Moderate
- Sodium 1325.01 mg High
- Fiber 2.27 g Low Source
- Sugar 4.76 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.03 g Low Source
- Calcium 32.63 mg Low Source
- Iron 1.66 mg Low Source
- Potassium 402.56 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 1255.91 mcg_rae Good Source
- Vitamin C 7.83 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.28 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Celery
- Tomatoes 🍅
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Instant Pot Navy Bean and Ham Soup is an American dinner recipe made with 12 ingredients. It takes about 1 hr 25 mins, serves 10, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Celery, Chicken Broth, Diced Tomatoes, and Fully Cooked Bacon. Each serving provides about 317.78 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Instant Pot Navy Bean and Ham Soup?
- It is an American soup recipe made with 12 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch or soup.
- What is Instant Pot Navy Bean and Ham Soup made of?
- The main ingredients are Celery, Chicken Broth, Diced Tomatoes, Fully Cooked Bacon, Ground Thyme. The full list of 12 is above.
- What goes well with Instant Pot Navy Bean and Ham Soup?
- Explore these American side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Instant Pot Navy Bean and Ham Soup?
- About 1 hr 25 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 1 hr 10 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 317.78 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Instant Pot Navy Bean and Ham Soup easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 12 ingredients and 5 steps.
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