Fastest Chili Ever

Ready in just 25 minutes, the "Fastest Chili Ever" is the ultimate solution for weeknight dinners or last-minute gatherings. Packed with hearty ground beef (or turkey), a medley of kidney and black beans, and bold spices like chili powder and smoked paprika, this quick chili delivers rich, comforting flavors without the need for hours of simmering. Incorporating pantry staples like canned diced tomatoes and tomato paste, along with a touch of chicken or beef broth, this recipe is both convenient and satisfying. Plus, it’s customizable with toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, green onions, or crunchy tortilla chips to suit every palate. Perfect for the busy cook, this one-pot wonder promises a hearty, crowd-pleasing meal in no time!

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef (or turkey)
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 15 ounces canned diced tomatoes
• 15 ounces canned kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 15 ounces canned black beans, drained and rinsed
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 cup chicken or beef broth
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 0 optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped green onions, or tortilla chips

Directions

Step 1

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Add the ground beef (or turkey) to the pot and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks, about 5 minutes. Drain off excess fat if necessary.

Step 3

Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the pot. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened and fragrant.

Step 4

Stir in the chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute to toast the spices.

Step 5

Add the canned diced tomatoes, kidney beans, black beans, tomato paste, and broth. Stir well to combine.

Step 6

Bring the chili to a simmer. Reduce the heat to medium-low and let it cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Step 8

Serve the chili hot, topped with optional garnishes like shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped green onions, or crushed tortilla chips, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2177 grams (2177.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2324

Total Fat 121.10g	155%
Saturated Fat 44.20g	221%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.00g
Cholesterol 340mg	113%
Sodium 4614mg	201%
Total Carbohydrate 180.60g	66%
Dietary Fiber 62.30g	223%
Total Sugars 24.40g
Protein 139.80g	280%

Vitamin D 6IU	30%
Calcium 732mg	56%
Iron 30mg	164%
Potassium 4883mg	104%

*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: 46.0%

Protein: 23.6%

Carbs: 30.5%