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Best Stovetop Chili
This is the best stovetop chili recipe — thick, hearty, and packed with bold flavor. Easy to make in one pot and perfect for weeknight dinners or game day.
Prep
15 min
Cook
45 min
Total
1h
Serves
10
Instructions
- 01
In a large pot, cook the bacon until crisp, stirring often to cook evenly.
- 02
Remove the bacon to a paper towel lined plate.
- 03
Add the onions and peppers and cook until tender.
- 04
Add the ground beef and cook until browned.
- 05
Drain off any excess grease, we just tilt the pot and use a large spoon.
- 06
Add all of the remaining ingredients and 3/4 of the bacon and stir to combine.
- 07
Cook for a minimum of 45 minutes. If you have the time, it is best if it simmers all day or as long as possible.
- 08
Serve with sour cream, cheese, cilantro and the remaining bacon.
Nutrition
per serving · 1 cup
- Calories
- 331
- Protein
- 20g
- Carbs
- 20g
- Fat
- 20g
- Fiber
- 6g
- Sugar
- 4g
- Sat. fat
- 7g
- Sodium
- 866mg
- Cholesterol
- 57mg
Variations & swaps
Variations
- Protein: change up the protein and using ground turkey or chicken (though if you want to go a little lighter, you should try our Instant Pot Turkey Chili) or use swap 1/2 pound of sausage for some of the ground beef
- Spiciness: add heat with a dash of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes
- Veggies: toss in some green beans, corn, zucchini or squash for extra nutrients
- Quantity: make a double batch to feed a crowd and serve of baked potatoes for a baked potato bar
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