Quickest and Tastiest Chili Con Carne
Whip up a comforting bowl of flavor-packed goodness with this Quickest and Tastiest Chili Con Carne, a perfect recipe for busy weeknights! Ready in just 30 minutes, this hearty dish combines lean ground beef, rich spices like chili powder, cumin, and paprika, and a robust medley of canned diced tomatoes and red kidney beans. Simmered to perfection and finished with optional toppings like creamy sour cream, sharp cheddar cheese, and fresh cilantro, this chili is as customizable as it is satisfying. Pair it with steamed rice or crunchy tortilla chips for a meal that hits all the right notes. Easy to prepare, irresistibly delicious, and family-friendly, this chili recipe is guaranteed to become a go-to favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 500 grams lean ground beef
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 400 grams canned diced tomatoes
- 400 grams canned red kidney beans (drained and rinsed)
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 250 milliliters beef stock
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
- 4 tablespoons sour cream (optional for serving)
- 50 grams grated cheddar cheese (optional for serving)
- steamed white rice or tortilla chips (optional for serving)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Add the ground beef to the pot, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Cook for 5-7 minutes or until browned.
Sprinkle in the chili powder, cumin, and paprika. Stir well to combine and cook for 1 minute to release the aromas of the spices.
Add the diced tomatoes, drained kidney beans, tomato paste, and beef stock to the pot. Stir everything together.
Season with salt and black pepper, then bring the mixture to a simmer.
Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro if desired, and with sour cream, grated cheddar cheese, and steamed rice or tortilla chips on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
553 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 26.0 g | 33% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.9 g | 49% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 101 mg | 34% | |
| Sodium | 1234 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 39.6 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.3 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.3 g | ||
| Protein | 38.6 g | 77% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 197 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 6.8 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 757 mg | 16% | |
*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.
