Description
This Easy One-Pot Chili is quick, hearty, and made entirely in a single pot. Perfect for busy weeknights or a comforting meal with minimal cleanup.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450g) ground beef or turkey
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped cilantro
Instructions
- In a large pot, brown the ground meat over medium-high heat and drain excess fat.
- Add onion, garlic, and bell pepper. Sauté for 3–4 minutes until softened.
- Stir in chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for 1 minute to toast the spices.
- Add diced tomatoes and beans. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Adjust seasoning to taste. Serve hot with optional garnishes like cheese, sour cream, or cilantro.
Notes
For added depth of flavor, you can simmer an extra 10 minutes or add a splash of beer. This one-pot method makes cleanup quick and easy.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup/Stew
- Method: Stovetop One-Pot
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: easy chili, one-pot chili, quick chili, weeknight chili, hearty chili