Super Easy Mild Chili
Whip up a comforting bowl of flavor-packed goodness with this Super Easy Mild Chili recipe, perfectly suited for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Featuring tender ground beef or turkey, hearty beans, and a medley of warm spices, this one-pot chili is mild enough for all palates while still boasting rich, satisfying taste. With just 10 minutes of prep and 25 minutes of cooking, this quick and easy recipe is ideal for beginners and chili lovers alike. Customize your bowl with favorite toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, or crunchy tortilla chips for a meal that's as versatile as it is delicious. Whether you're feeding the family or planning leftovers, this crowd-pleasing chili delivers comfort and convenience in every bite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef or turkey
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes (canned)
- 15 ounces kidney beans (canned), drained and rinsed
- 15 ounces black beans (canned), drained and rinsed
- 8 ounces tomato sauce
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup water or beef stock (optional)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
Add the ground beef or turkey and cook until browned, breaking it into small crumbles with a wooden spoon. Drain any excess fat if needed.
Stir in the diced onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
Stir in the diced tomatoes (with their juice), kidney beans, black beans, and tomato sauce.
Season the chili with chili powder, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper.
If the chili looks too thick, stir in up to 1/2 cup of water or beef stock to reach your desired consistency.
Bring the chili to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pot. Let it simmer for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed before serving.
Serve warm in bowls with your favorite toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped green onions, or crushed tortilla chips.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1909 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 121.6 g | 156% | |
| Saturated Fat | 41.0 g | 205% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 363 mg | 121% | |
| Sodium | 2869 mg | 125% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 101.1 g | 37% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.3 g | 105% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.2 g | ||
| Protein | 105.6 g | 211% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 325 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 23.3 mg | 129% | |
| Potassium | 3502 mg | 75% | |
*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.
