Easy Stovetop Chili Recipe
Warm up with this easy stovetop chili, a comforting dish packed with bold flavors and delightful textures. Ideal for family dinners or game day gatherings, this chili is rich in taste and quick to prepare. With just a few simple ingredients, you’ll have a hearty meal that brings everyone together. Perfect as a standalone dish or served with cornbread, it’s sure to impress!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 1 bell pepper (red or green), chopped
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté chopped onions and bell peppers until soft, about 5 minutes.
- Add ground beef; cook until browned, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon (about 8 minutes).
- Stir in garlic, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper; cook for an additional 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Mix in diced tomatoes (with juice) and drained kidney beans. Stir well.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle boil; reduce heat to low and simmer for at least 20 minutes to meld flavors.
- Serve hot in bowls; top with shredded cheese or fresh cilantro if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg