Easy Chili Con Carne

Packed with bold flavors and hearty ingredients, this Easy Chili Con Carne is a one-pot wonder perfect for busy weeknights or casual family dinners. Made with tender ground beef, protein-rich kidney beans, and a medley of warm spices like chili powder, cumin, and paprika, this classic chili recipe is both comforting and satisfying. A touch of fresh cilantro and a spritz of lime add the perfect finishing touch, balancing the rich, smoky flavors. Ready in just an hour with minimal prep, this crowd-pleaser is great served over rice, with cornbread, or simply on its own. Whether you're feeding a crowd or meal-prepping for the week, this quick chili con carne delivers big taste with little effort.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 500 grams ground beef
• 1 large red bell pepper, diced
• 400 grams canned diced tomatoes
• 400 grams canned kidney beans, rinsed and drained
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 250 milliliters beef stock
• 2 teaspoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 lime lime wedges, for serving

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the diced onion and sauté for 4-5 minutes until soft and translucent.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and sauté for another minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground beef. Cook until browned, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 5

Stir in the diced red bell pepper and cook for another 3 minutes.

Step 6

Add the canned diced tomatoes, kidney beans, tomato paste, and beef stock. Stir to combine.

Step 7

Stir in the chili powder, ground cumin, paprika, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.

Step 8

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

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 10

Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro and serve hot with lime wedges on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1944.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2069.7

Total Fat 132.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 43.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.1g
Cholesterol 362.0mg	0%
Sodium 4715.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 113.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 36.8g	0%
Total Sugars 29.8g
Protein 117.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 414.1mg	0%
Iron 22.7mg	0%
Potassium 4383.4mg	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: 56.4%

Protein: 22.3%

Carbs: 21.4%