One Step Chili
Satisfy your cravings for a hearty, comforting meal with this One Step Chili recipe—a foolproof, flavor-packed dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends. Featuring lean ground beef (or turkey), savory onions, and garlic, combined with a medley of canned diced tomatoes, kidney beans, black beans, and tomato sauce, this chili comes together effortlessly in just one pot. Bold seasonings like chili powder, cumin, and paprika add layers of warmth and zest, while a simmer in beef broth or water ensures rich, cohesive flavors. Ready in just 40 minutes from start to finish, this quick and easy chili is ideal for beginners and seasoned cooks alike. Customize it with your favorite toppings—think shredded cheese, sour cream, or crunchy tortilla chips—for a crowd-pleasing, one-pot delight. Perfect for meal prep, game day, or family dinners, this One Step Chili truly lives up to its name!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef (or turkey)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes
- 15 ounces canned kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 15 ounces canned black beans, drained and rinsed
- 8 ounces canned tomato sauce
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 cup water or beef broth
Instructions
In a large pot or Dutch oven, add all the ingredients: ground beef (or turkey), diced onion, minced garlic, canned diced tomatoes, kidney beans, black beans, tomato sauce, chili powder, ground cumin, paprika, salt, black pepper, and water or beef broth.
Stir everything together thoroughly to combine all the ingredients.
Place the pot on medium-high heat and bring the mixture to a boil, stirring occasionally.
Once it reaches a boil, reduce the heat to low, cover with a lid, and let it simmer for 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed. Add more salt, pepper, or spices as desired.
Serve hot with your favorite toppings such as shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped green onions, or tortilla chips.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2135 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 98.5 g | 126% | |
| Saturated Fat | 35.9 g | 180% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 309 mg | 103% | |
| Sodium | 5390 mg | 234% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 191.5 g | 70% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 65.0 g | 232% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.9 g | ||
| Protein | 132.6 g | 265% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 591 mg | 45% | |
| Iron | 32.6 mg | 181% | |
| Potassium | 5296 mg | 113% | |
*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.
