Simple Chili

Warm, hearty, and bursting with bold, savory flavors, this Simple Chili recipe is the ultimate comfort food for busy weeknights or game-day gatherings. Made with your choice of seasoned ground beef or turkey, tender onions, garlic, and a harmonious blend of chili powder, cumin, and paprika, this one-pot wonder delivers satisfying heat and rich, deep flavor. Featuring canned diced tomatoes, kidney beans, and black beans, it’s a protein-packed meal that’s both filling and easy to make in just under an hour. Perfect for feeding a family or meal prepping for the week, this chili is endlessly customizable with toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, or avocado. Whether you’re a longtime chili fan or a first-time cook, this recipe is a guaranteed hit. Keywords: Simple Chili Recipe, Easy Weeknight Chili, One-Pot Chili, Comfort Food Dinner.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey)
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 28 oz canned diced tomatoes (with juice)
• 15 oz canned red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 15 oz canned black beans, drained and rinsed
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 cup beef or chicken stock
• 2 tbsp chili powder
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp sugar
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp olive oil

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Add the ground beef (or turkey) and cook, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.

Step 3

Stir in the diced onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Add the tomato paste and mix it into the beef mixture, cooking for 1-2 minutes to enhance its flavor.

Step 7

Pour in the canned diced tomatoes (with their juice) and the beef or chicken stock. Stir to combine.

Step 8

Add the drained and rinsed kidney beans and black beans to the pot. Stir everything together.

Step 9

Bring the chili to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 10

Taste and adjust seasonings if needed (e.g., more chili powder for heat, salt for balance).

Step 11

Serve hot in bowls with your favorite toppings such as shredded cheese, sour cream, diced avocado, or chopped green onions. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2528.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2306.5

Total Fat 111.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 40.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 367.9mg	0%
Sodium 6289.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 196.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 61.6g	0%
Total Sugars 32.2g
Protein 137.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 599.2mg	0%
Iron 35.7mg	0%
Potassium 5571.6mg	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: 42.9%

Protein: 23.5%

Carbs: 33.6%