Go Back
–+ servings
spoon in bowl of instant pot ham and bean soup

Instant Pot Ham and Bean Soup Recipe

Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 409kcal
Author: Becky Hardin
Delicious and hearty, this Instant Pot ham and bean soup is simple and easy to make and ready to serve in 20 minutes. It's the perfect way to warm up in the cold weather.
Print Recipe

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 2 Tablespoons cooking oil
  • 2 carrots chopped (~ 1 cup)
  • 2 celery stalks chopped (~1 cup)
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 2 cups cooked ham chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 6 cups low sodium chicken broth
  • 3 15.5 ounce cans white beans (Great Northern or Navy), drained and rinsed
  • 1 Tablespoon soy sauce
  • 2 teaspoons white wine vinegar
  • 1½ teaspoons poultry seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Fresh parsley for garnish optional

Instructions

  • Set the Instant Pot to the “saute” function. When hot, add the olive oil and let it get hot.
  • Add the chopped carrots, celery, and onion and saute, stirring occasionally, until the onion starts to soften, about 3-4 minutes.
  • Add the ham and garlic and continue cooking for another minute or two.
  • Add the chicken broth, beans, soy sauce, vinegar, poultry seasoning, thyme, salt, and bay leave.
  • Press “cancel” to turn off the “saute” function and use the “manual” and “+” and “-” buttons to set the time for 5 minutes (high pressure).
  • Once the Instant Pot has beeped and the timer finishes, carefully turn the valve to let the pressure out.
  • Carefully open the lid and remove the bay leaf.
  • Garnish with fresh parsley, optional.
  • Serve with cornbread or corn muffins. Best when served warm.

Notes

  • Liquid smoke is also a great addition if you are looking for a smokey flavor. I add about ¼ teaspoons when I add it in.
  • For even more flavor, add in the bone of your ham into the soup.
  • Drain and rinse your beans well. If you use them straight out of the can they can be quite salty and metallic in taste.
  • If you are making this ham and bean soup ahead of time, be sure to let it cool completely before storing it.

Nutrition

Calories: 409kcal | Carbohydrates: 54g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 27mg | Sodium: 904mg | Potassium: 1449mg | Fiber: 12g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 3479IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 199mg | Iron: 8mg