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Quick Easy Chili Recipe on Stove Top

A quick and hearty chili perfect for a weeknight dinner, packed with flavor and customizable toppings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 650
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Oil and Aromatics
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion (chopped)
  • 2 tablespoons minced garlic
Main Protein
  • 2 pounds ground beef
Canned Goods
  • 1 8 oz can tomato sauce
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons chili seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper
  • 1 27 oz can chili beans (do not drain or rinse)
Toppings
  • to taste Shredded cheddar cheese
  • to taste Chopped onions
  • to taste Sour cream
  • to taste Jalapeños
  • to taste Cilantro
  • to taste Avocado

Method
 

  1. In a Dutch oven, sauté onion in oil for 2 minutes, add garlic and cook 2 more minutes.
  2. Add ground beef, cook until browned, drain excess grease if needed.
  3. Stir in tomato sauce, chili seasoning, salt, red pepper; simmer 20 minutes.
  4. Add chili beans, stir, and simmer 10 more minutes.
  5. Serve warm with your favorite toppings.

Notes

Feel free to customize toppings for added flavor and texture.