One Step Chili

Satisfy your cravings for a hearty, comforting meal with this One Step Chili recipe—a foolproof, flavor-packed dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends. Featuring lean ground beef (or turkey), savory onions, and garlic, combined with a medley of canned diced tomatoes, kidney beans, black beans, and tomato sauce, this chili comes together effortlessly in just one pot. Bold seasonings like chili powder, cumin, and paprika add layers of warmth and zest, while a simmer in beef broth or water ensures rich, cohesive flavors. Ready in just 40 minutes from start to finish, this quick and easy chili is ideal for beginners and seasoned cooks alike. Customize it with your favorite toppings—think shredded cheese, sour cream, or crunchy tortilla chips—for a crowd-pleasing, one-pot delight. Perfect for meal prep, game day, or family dinners, this One Step Chili truly lives up to its name!

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef (or turkey)
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes
• 15 ounces canned kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 15 ounces canned black beans, drained and rinsed
• 8 ounces canned tomato sauce
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 tablespoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 cup water or beef broth

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot or Dutch oven, add all the ingredients: ground beef (or turkey), diced onion, minced garlic, canned diced tomatoes, kidney beans, black beans, tomato sauce, chili powder, ground cumin, paprika, salt, black pepper, and water or beef broth.

Step 2

Stir everything together thoroughly to combine all the ingredients.

Step 3

Place the pot on medium-high heat and bring the mixture to a boil, stirring occasionally.

Step 4

Once it reaches a boil, reduce the heat to low, cover with a lid, and let it simmer for 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 5

Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed. Add more salt, pepper, or spices as desired.

Step 6

Serve hot with your favorite toppings such as shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped green onions, or tortilla chips.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2325.3 grams (2325.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2135

Total Fat 98.50g	126%
Saturated Fat 35.90g	180%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.50g
Cholesterol 309mg	103%
Sodium 5390mg	234%
Total Carbohydrate 191.50g	70%
Dietary Fiber 65.00g	232%
Total Sugars 28.90g
Protein 132.60g	265%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 591mg	45%
Iron 33mg	181%
Potassium 5296mg	113%

*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: 40.6%

Protein: 24.3%

Carbs: 35.1%