Best 4 Speedy Weeknight Chili Recipes

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**Savor the Hearty Goodness of Speedy Weeknight Chili: A Delectable Treat for Busy Weeknights**

Craving a comforting and flavorful meal that fits perfectly into your busy weeknight routine? Look no further than the Speedy Weeknight Chili, a culinary masterpiece that combines simplicity, taste, and convenience. This versatile dish is a symphony of savory flavors, featuring tender ground beef, succulent beans, a medley of aromatic spices, and a luscious tomato base. But that's not all! This article presents a collection of delectable chili recipes, each offering a unique twist on this classic comfort food. From the classic beef chili to a vegetarian fiesta and a turkey chili brimming with Southwestern flair, there's a chili for every palate and preference. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds and transform your weeknight dinner into an extraordinary culinary experience.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

EASY CHILI



Easy Chili image

This easy chili recipe has everything you love about the dish. It's richly seasoned, hearty and free of any hard-to-find ingredients or unnecessary steps. After a quick bit of chopping and sautéing, stir in stewed tomatoes, beans and seasonings, and you'll be well on your way to serving up this favorite winter pick-me-up dinner. If you're serving this at a get-together or on game day, impress your crowd by setting up a toppings grazing board! Fill bowls with different types of cheese, sour cream, chopped cilantro, guacamole, fresh salsa and corn chips-the topping possibilities are endless.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 lb ground beef round
1 1/4 cups chopped onions
1 1/4 cups chopped green bell peppers
6 cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 cans (14.5 oz each) no-salt-added stewed tomatoes, undrained
1 can (15 oz) Progresso™ dark red kidney beans, drained, rinsed
1 can (8 oz) no-salt-added tomato sauce
1 package (1 oz) onion soup mix (from 2-oz box)
1 cup water
3 tablespoons chili powder
1 tablespoon paprika
1 1/4 teaspoons red pepper sauce
6 tablespoons shredded reduced-fat sharp Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Spray 4-quart Dutch oven with cooking spray; heat over medium-high heat. Add beef, onions, green peppers and garlic; cook 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until beef is thoroughly cooked. Drain.
  • Add tomatoes, beans, tomato sauce, onion soup mix, water, chili powder, paprika and pepper sauce. Heat to boiling; reduce heat. Cover; simmer 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Top each serving with 1 tablespoon cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280, Carbohydrate 26 g, Fiber 8 g, Protein 22 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 480 mg

WEEKNIGHT TWO-BEAN CHILI



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This 30-minute weekenight dinner is a vegetarian chili that tastes like it's been slow simmered for hours. The hint of Chinese five-spice powder is a nice spice surprise. If you serve it over spaghetti, it turns into Cincinnati-style chili. (1 serving of Cincinnati-style chili equals 3/4 cup chili + 2 ounce (dry) cooked whole-wheat spaghetti.)

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 small jalapeno, minced (with some seeds)
1 small or 1/2 large red onion, finely diced
2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
1 large clove garlic, minced
1 1/4 cups low-sodium vegetable or chicken broth
1 cup canned crushed roasted tomatoes
1 1/2 tablespoons chili powder
1/4 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder or ground cinnamon, optional
Two 15-ounce cans beans (such as kidney and black), rinsed and drained
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
2 cups cooked brown rice
1/2 cup finely shredded extra-sharp Cheddar (2 ounces)

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat; add the jalapenos, onions and vinegar and cook, stirring, until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook about 30 seconds.
  • Stir in the broth, tomatoes, chili powder and five-spice powder if using, and increase the heat to high. Bring to a full boil and cook for 1 minute. Stir in the beans and return to a full boil. Reduce the heat to medium and simmer until just slightly thickened but still soupy, about 5 minutes. Stir in the cilantro.
  • Fill each bowl with about 1/2 cup of rice. Ladle the chili on top, sprinkle with the Cheddar and serve.

QUICK CHILI



Quick Chili image

Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 50m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 pounds ground beef
2 cloves garlic, minced
Two 14-ounce cans tomato sauce
3 tablespoons chili powder
1 tablespoon ancho chile powder
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
One 14-ounce can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
One 14-ounce can pinto beans, drained and rinsed
1/2 cup chili sauce

Steps:

  • Add the oil to a Dutch oven and set over medium heat. When hot, add the beef and cook, stirring to break up the meat, until browned, 8 to 10 minutes. Add the garlic and stir, then add the tomato sauce, chili powder, ancho chile powder and salt and pepper to taste. Cook for a minute, then add the kidney and pinto beans and the chili sauce. Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer and simmer for 30 minutes.

QUICK WEEKNIGHT CHILI



Quick Weeknight Chili image

I often make this chili when I'm short on time. It uses mostly pantry ingredients so it's very convenient and fast. It can be simmered longer if you like, but I enjoy the fresher taste of the green peppers when it's served right away.

Provided by CountryMama

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon oil
1 lb lean ground beef
1 large onion
1 large green pepper
1 (19 ounce) can red kidney beans
1 (10 1/2 ounce) can condensed tomato soup
1 (10 ounce) can mushroom pieces
1 tablespoon chili powder
1/8 teaspoon dried chipotle powder (or to taste)
1 1/2 teaspoons salt (or to taste)

Steps:

  • Cook beef in oil until almost done.
  • Chop onion and green pepper into 1/2" pieces and add to beef. Cook, stirring often 3-5 minutes depending on how soft you want the veggies.
  • Add remaining ingredients, bring just to a boil, and reduce heat to low.
  • Simmer at least 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 491, Fat 16.5, SaturatedFat 5.5, Cholesterol 73.7, Sodium 1385.5, Carbohydrate 49.8, Fiber 13.5, Sugar 10.4, Protein 38.7

Tips:

  • To save time, choose lean ground beef or turkey. You can also use plant-based ground meat for a vegetarian option.
  • Use canned diced tomatoes with green chilies to add a bit of spice to the chili. If you prefer less heat, use regular diced tomatoes.
  • A can of corn and a can of black beans add sweetness, texture, and fiber to the chili. Feel free to add other vegetables, such as diced zucchini, carrots, or bell peppers.
  • Season the chili with chili powder, cumin, oregano, and salt and pepper to taste. You can also add a pinch of cayenne pepper for a bit of extra heat.
  • Let the chili simmer for at least 15 minutes to develop the flavors. You can simmer it for longer if you have time.

Conclusion:

This speedy weeknight chili is a delicious and easy meal that can be made in under 30 minutes. It's perfect for busy weeknights when you don't have a lot of time to cook. Simply brown the ground meat, add the remaining ingredients, and simmer until the flavors have melded. Serve with your favorite toppings, such as shredded cheese, sour cream, and chopped cilantro.

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