Easy Chili

Warm up any weekday dinner with this hearty and flavorful Easy Chili recipe, a comforting one-pot meal that’s ready in just 50 minutes! Packed with protein-rich kidney and black beans, juicy ground beef (or turkey for a leaner option), and a medley of aromatic spices like chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika, this dish delivers bold flavors with minimal effort. The recipe is customizable with a hint of optional cayenne pepper for heat and garnishes like shredded cheddar cheese, green onions, and sour cream for added indulgence. Perfect for weeknight dinners, game day gatherings, or meal prep, this quick and easy chili is sure to be a family favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 pound ground beef (or ground turkey)
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes, canned with their juices
• 8 ounces tomato sauce
• 15 ounces kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 15 ounces black beans, drained and rinsed
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 tablespoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 cup water or beef broth
• 0 shredded cheddar cheese (optional, for garnish)
• 0 chopped green onions (optional, for garnish)
• 0 sour cream (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the ground beef (or turkey) to the pot and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Drain any excess grease, if necessary.

Step 3

Add the diced onion and cook for 3–5 minutes, until softened.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the canned diced tomatoes (with their juices), tomato sauce, kidney beans, black beans, chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, ground black pepper, and water or beef broth to the pot.

Step 6

Stir well to combine all the ingredients.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a simmer and reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let it cook for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 8

Taste the chili and adjust the seasonings as needed, adding more salt or spices to taste.

Step 9

Serve hot in bowls, garnished with shredded cheddar cheese, chopped green onions, or a dollop of sour cream, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2437.2 grams (2437.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2610

Total Fat 142.40g	183%
Saturated Fat 51.00g	255%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 408mg	136%
Sodium 4218mg	183%
Total Carbohydrate 192.80g	70%
Dietary Fiber 61.60g	220%
Total Sugars 27.30g
Protein 142.00g	284%

Vitamin D 6IU	30%
Calcium 768mg	59%
Iron 36mg	198%
Potassium 4808mg	102%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 48.9%

Protein: 21.7%

Carbs: 29.4%