Description
Quick Chili is a comforting and flavorful dish that can be ready in just 30 minutes. This hearty recipe combines lean ground beef, vibrant beans, and a blend of spices, making it perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. With endless customization options, you can tailor each bowl to suit your palate. Whether topped with shredded cheese or fresh avocado, Quick Chili is sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (lean)
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans (or black beans)
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tsp olive oil
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion and minced garlic until translucent, about 3 minutes.
- Add ground beef; cook until browned and no pink remains, approximately 5–7 minutes.
- Stir in canned tomatoes and kidney beans; mix well.
- Sprinkle chili powder and cumin over the mixture; stir to combine.
- Reduce heat to simmer gently for about 20 minutes to meld flavors.
- Serve hot in bowls, optionally topping with shredded cheese or fresh cilantro.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg