How to Make Quick Chili - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to comforting, satisfying meals, few things beat a steaming bowl of chili. This hearty and flavorful dish is perfect for cozy nights at home or for feeding a crowd at a casual gathering. And while traditional chili recipes can require hours of simmering on the stove, our quick chili recipe offers all the flavor and comfort of a classic chili in a fraction of the time.

This quick chili recipe is perfect for those days when you need a delicious and filling meal on the tabl...

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Ingredients

  • 2 pounds ground beef
  • 1 onion, finely diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 (14.5 ounce) cans diced tomatoes with green chile peppers
  • 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans
  • 1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
  • 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 2 tablespoons white sugar
  • 1 tablespoon hot pepper sauce
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 40 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 8

  • Heat a large stockpot over medium-high heat. Cook and stir ground beef in the hot pot until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and discard grease.
  • Add onion and garlic to beef and cook until onion is translucent, 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Stir in diced tomatoes with chile peppers, kidney beans, pinto beans, tomatoes, tomato sauce, water, chili powder, sugar, hot pepper sauce, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  • Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 30 minutes.
  • Serve hot and enjoy!
  • Nutrition

    489 cal.

    • Total Fat: 31g
    • Saturated Fat: 12g
    • Cholesterol: 97mg
    • Sodium: 1909mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 27g
    • Dietary Fiber: 8g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 26g
    • Vitamin C: 19mg
    • Calcium: 86mg
    • Iron: 5mg
    • Potassium: 633mg