Super Simple Chili
Warm up your weeknight dinners with this hearty and flavorful Super Simple Chili, a quick and easy recipe that's perfect for busy families or beginner cooks. Packed with protein-rich ground beef, tender kidney and black beans, and bold spices like chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika, this one-pot meal delivers comfort in every bite. The recipe comes together in just 45 minutes, including prep, and uses pantry staples like canned tomatoes and tomato paste for a fuss-free experience. Serve this savory chili with your favorite toppings—cheddar cheese, sour cream, or crunchy tortilla chips—for an irresistible meal that will have everyone asking for seconds. Perfect for meal prep or freezing, this chili is a go-to for cozy nights or game-day gatherings!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium onion
- 3 garlic cloves
- 28 ounces canned diced tomatoes
- 15 ounces canned kidney beans
- 15 ounces canned black beans
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup water or beef broth
Instructions
Heat a large pot over medium heat and add the olive oil.
Chop the onion into small pieces and mince the garlic cloves.
Add the onion to the pot and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.
Stir in the garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.
Add the ground beef to the pot and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and fully cooked (about 5-7 minutes).
Drain any excess fat from the pot, if necessary.
Stir in the chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1-2 minutes to toast the spices.
Add the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, kidney beans, black beans (both drained and rinsed), and water or beef broth. Stir everything well.
Bring the chili to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low and let it cook for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Add more salt, pepper, or chili powder if desired.
Serve hot with your favorite toppings such as shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped green onions, or tortilla chips.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
663 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.3 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.6 g | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1771 mg | 77% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 122.8 g | 45% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 51.1 g | 182% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.7 g | ||
| Protein | 39.5 g | 79% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 234 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 15.5 mg | 86% | |
| Potassium | 2313 mg | 49% | |
*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.
