Description
This quick and easy stovetop chili recipe is a hearty, comforting dish perfect for busy weeknights. Made with ground beef or turkey, kidney and black beans, tomatoes, and a blend of warming spices, this chili simmers to develop rich flavors in just 30 minutes. Topped with your favorite garnishes like shredded cheese, sour cream, or avocado, it’s a satisfying meal the whole family will enjoy.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef (or turkey)
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (15 oz) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 (15 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 1 (8 oz) can tomato sauce
- 1 cup beef or vegetable broth
Spices and Oil
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for extra heat)
Optional Toppings
- Shredded cheese
- Sour cream
- Chopped green onions
- Avocado
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion and minced garlic, sautéing for about 2 minutes until they become fragrant and slightly translucent.
- Brown the Meat: Add the ground beef or turkey to the pot. Cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until fully browned and no longer pink. Drain any excess grease if necessary to prevent a greasy chili.
- Toast Spices: Stir in the chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Cook the spices with the meat and aromatics for 1 minute to release their flavors.
- Add Beans and Tomatoes: Pour in the drained kidney beans, black beans, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and beef or vegetable broth. Stir everything together thoroughly to combine the ingredients evenly.
- Simmer: Bring the chili to a gentle simmer. Allow it to cook uncovered for 15 to 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. This helps meld the flavors and reduce excess liquid for a thicker chili.
- Adjust Seasoning: Taste the chili and adjust the salt, pepper, or spice level as needed to your preference.
- Serve: Ladle the chili into bowls and top with your favorite garnishes like shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped green onions, or slices of avocado. Enjoy hot for a comforting meal.
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey for a leaner version or keep it classic with ground beef.
- For vegetarian chili, omit the meat and use vegetable broth instead of beef broth.
- If you prefer a thicker chili, simmer uncovered longer or add a tablespoon of tomato paste.
- Adjust cayenne pepper to control the heat level according to personal preference.
- This chili stores well and tastes even better the next day, making it great for meal prep.
