Quick Chili

Servings: 4 Difficulty: Intermediate
A hearty, protein-packed weeknight dinner ready in under 40 minutes
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This Quick Chili is the ultimate comfort food for busy weeknights. It combines lean ground beef with hearty kidney beans and a rich tomato base for a satisfying, one-pot meal. The flavors develop quickly, offering a savory and slightly spicy kick that warms you up. It’s simple to prepare with pantry staples, making it a reliable go-to when you need something delicious without the fuss. Serve it over rice, with cornbread, or just as is for a filling dinner the whole family will love. ItâÂÂs easy, economical, and deeply satisfying.

Quick Chili

Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4 Calories: 250.1

Description

This Quick Chili is the ultimate comfort food for busy weeknights. It combines lean ground beef with hearty kidney beans and a rich tomato base for a satisfying, one-pot meal. The flavors develop quickly, offering a savory and slightly spicy kick that warms you up. It&# 226;ÂÂs simple to prepare with pantry staples, making it a reliable go-to when you need something delicious without the fuss. Serve it over rice, with cornbread, or just as is for a filling dinner the whole family will love. ItâÂÂs easy, economical, and deeply satisfying.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Heat a large skillet or pot over medium-high heat and add the ground beef.
  2. Cook the beef, breaking it apart with a spoon, until it is no longer pink and lightly browned.
  3. Drain any excess fat from the skillet.
  4. Add the drained kidney beans, reserved bean liquid, tomato puree, instant minced onion, and chili powder to the skillet.
  5. Stir well to combine all ingredients thoroughly.
  6. Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
  7. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning if desired, then serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4


Amount Per Serving
Calories 250.1kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 6.2g10%
Saturated Fat 2.4g12%
Cholesterol 43.1mg15%
Sodium 42.9mg2%
Total Carbohydrate 22.0g8%
Dietary Fiber 6.4g26%
Sugars 2.1g
Protein 24.6g50%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: chili, quick, beef, beans, kidney, easy, dinner, american, comfort, one-pot, spicy, ground, tomato, weeknight, hearty, protein, simmer, recipe, family, simple
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