Quick Chili Soup
Warm up any weeknight with this hearty and flavorful Quick Chili Soup, a perfect blend of bold spices and comforting textures that comes together in just 35 minutes! This simple yet satisfying recipe combines tender ground beef or turkey, savory beef or chicken broth, protein-packed kidney beans, and juicy diced tomatoes, all simmered with chili powder, cumin, and paprika for a burst of smoky, zesty flavor. Topped with optional garnishes like shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, and fresh cilantro, this one-pot wonder is as customizable as it is delicious. Whether you're craving a quick family-friendly dinner or a cozy meal to share with friends, this easy chili soup is the ultimate solution. Keywords: quick chili soup, easy chili recipe, one-pot dinner, hearty soup, weeknight meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound ground beef or turkey
- 15 ounces diced tomatoes (with juice)
- 15 ounces kidney beans, rinsed and drained
- 4 cups beef or chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
- 0.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional, for garnish)
- 0.25 cup sour cream (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.
Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the ground beef or turkey to the pot and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and fully cooked. This should take about 5-7 minutes.
Drain any excess fat from the pot, if necessary.
Stir in the diced tomatoes (with juice), kidney beans, and broth.
Add chili powder, ground cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
Bring the mixture to a simmer and reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let it cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Taste and adjust seasoning, if needed.
Ladle the chili soup into bowls and garnish with chopped cilantro, shredded cheddar cheese, and sour cream, if desired.
Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
585 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 38.1 g | 49% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.8 g | 74% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 113 mg | 38% | |
| Sodium | 1525 mg | 66% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 29.7 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.7 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.5 g | ||
| Protein | 32.9 g | 66% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 208 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 6.5 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 995 mg | 21% | |
*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.
