Very Easy Chili
Warm up any weeknight with this hearty and flavorful Very Easy Chili, a quick one-pot dish that’s perfect for beginners or busy cooks. Featuring tender ground beef, hearty kidney beans, and a savory blend of chili powder, cumin, and paprika, this simple recipe packs bold, comforting flavors with minimal effort. Ready in just 40 minutes, including prep time, this chili combines pantry staples like canned diced tomatoes and tomato sauce to create a rich, satisfying base with a hint of spice. It's versatile, too—top it with shredded cheese, sour cream, or chopped green onions for a customizable finish the whole family will love. Ideal for a fuss-free meal or casual gathering, this easy chili recipe is your go-to solution for delicious comfort food in no time!
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Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground beef
- 1 medium Onion, chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 14.5 ounces Canned diced tomatoes
- 15 ounces Canned kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 8 ounces Canned tomato sauce
- 2 tablespoons Chili powder
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 cup Water
Directions
Step 1
In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat over medium-high heat and add the ground beef.
Step 2
Cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it up with a wooden spoon as it cooks. Drain any excess fat if necessary.
Step 3
Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onion is translucent.
Step 4
Stir in the chili powder, ground cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute to toast the spices.
Step 5
Add the canned diced tomatoes, kidney beans, tomato sauce, and water to the pot. Stir well to combine.
Step 6
Bring the chili to a simmer over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer gently for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Step 7
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or chili powder if desired.
Step 8
Serve hot with your favorite toppings such as shredded cheese, sour cream, or chopped green onions. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1892.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1740.8 |
| Total Fat 95.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 35.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.5g | |
| Cholesterol 309.3mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4607.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 121.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 39.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 27.8g | |
| Protein 106.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 407.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 22.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 4204.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories