Description
This Quick & Easy Stovetop Chili recipe is a hearty and flavorful dish perfect for a cozy weeknight meal. Packed with protein and fiber, this chili is a satisfying one-pot wonder that comes together in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
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For the Chili:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef or ground turkey
- 1 small onion (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes
- 1 (8-ounce) can tomato sauce
- 1 (15-ounce) can kidney beans (drained and rinsed)
- 1 (15-ounce) can black beans (drained and rinsed)
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- ¼ cup water or beef broth
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil: In a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
- Cook the meat and onion: Until browned and softened, about 6–8 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Add garlic: Cook for 1 minute.
- Combine ingredients: Add tomatoes, tomato sauce, beans, spices, and water. Bring to a boil.
- Simmer: Reduce heat and simmer for 20–25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Adjust seasoning: Taste and season as needed.
- Serve: Hot with desired toppings.
Notes
- This chili stores well and tastes even better the next day.
- You can add corn, bell peppers, or jalapeños for extra texture and flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ½ cups
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
