Cheater's Chili

Whip up a hearty and comforting bowl of "Cheater’s Chili" in just 30 minutes! Perfect for busy weeknights, this simplified chili recipe combines ground beef, aromatic onion and garlic, and a convenient store-bought chili seasoning packet for bold, flavorful results with minimal effort. It features a medley of canned diced tomatoes, kidney beans, and black beans, all simmered in savory beef broth for a rich, satisfying dish. Finished with crowd-pleasing toppings like shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, and green onions, this quick and easy chili is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. With its short prep time and robust flavors, it's an ideal go-to recipe for chilly evenings, game-day gatherings, or when you’re short on time but big on appetite!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium onion
• 2 cloves garlic cloves
• 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes
• 15 ounces canned kidney beans
• 15 ounces canned black beans
• 1 packet store-bought chili seasoning packet
• 1 cup beef broth
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 0.5 cup sour cream
• 0.25 cup chopped green onions or scallions (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Dice the onion and mince the garlic cloves.

Step 2

Heat a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat and add the olive oil.

Step 3

Once the oil is hot, add the diced onion and minced garlic. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened and fragrant.

Step 4

Add the ground beef to the pot and break it apart with a wooden spoon. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beef is browned and fully cooked.

Step 5

Drain excess grease from the pot, if necessary, and return it to the stove.

Step 6

Stir in the chili seasoning packet, ensuring the beef is evenly coated.

Step 7

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

Step 8

Bring the chili to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Reduce heat to low and let it simmer for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 9

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 10

Serve hot in bowls. Top with shredded cheddar cheese, a dollop of sour cream, and chopped green onions for garnish, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2424.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3362.5

Total Fat 182.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 82.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.7g
Cholesterol 504.3mg	0%
Sodium 7762.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 253.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 85.2g	0%
Total Sugars 32.5g
Protein 200.7g	0%

Vitamin D 31.8IU	0%
Calcium 1615.0mg	0%
Iron 42.7mg	0%
Potassium 6379.5mg	0%

*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: 47.5%

Protein: 23.2%

Carbs: 29.3%