16 Best Beef Chili Recipes for Epic Comfort Food Dinners
FEBRUARY 06, 2023
BEEF CHILI
BEST
If there’s one meal the whole family agrees on, it’s beef chili. And why wouldn’t they? With its rich and savory flavors, beef chili is the ultimate comfort food for cold weather nights.
Whether you like your beef chili thick and beefy, or full of beans and vegetables, we’ve got a beef chili recipe for you. These recipes range from super-simple to a bit more time intensive. But no matter the effort, the result is always pure deliciousness. Get ready to simmer, simmer and simmer some more while exploring the 16 best beef chili recipes.
It's time to get cozy and enjoy the ultimate comfort food dinner!
Mealime
Zucchini, Corn & Beef Chili with Greek Yogurt
This Zucchini, Corn & Beef Chili is the perfect weeknight dinner! It's packed with fresh vegetables, savory beef, and creamy Greek yogurt - all simmered together in a flavorful, comforting chili. Plus, it's ready in just 30 minutes for an easy and delicious meal.
69
16
40 min
TOTAL TIME
405
CALORIES
$3.66
PER SERVING
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Tatyanas Everyday Food
Smoky Chipotle Beef Chili Recipe
The best beef chili recipe with chipotle peppers, smoky paprika and beans.
1
138
2 hr 30 min
TOTAL TIME
616
CALORIES
$2.36
PER SERVING
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Del monte
Quick Classic Beef Chili
This no-chop chili is a family classic, and best enjoyed with Del Monte's Golden Sweet Cornbread recipe.
30 min
TOTAL TIME
608
CALORIES
$2.21
PER SERVING
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Two Lucky Spoons
Classic Beef Chili
Classic Beef Chili is a great easy winter meal
4
6
30 min
TOTAL TIME
1024
CALORIES
$2.43
PER SERVING
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Wisconsin Cheese
Cheesy Beef Chili — So Gouda!
Enjoy a cheesy twist on a classic dish with this gourmet beef chili! Chock-full of juicy ground beef and smothered in a creamy, cheesy sauce, this chili is sure to become a family favorite. Try it today and find out why it's so gouda!
28
146
922
CALORIES
$2.73
PER SERVING
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Mealime
Pumpkin & Beef Chili with Green Onions & Cool Yogurt
Get ready for a cozy bowl of deliciousness! Our Pumpkin & Beef Chili is a comforting and flavorful dish that's packed with green onions and served with a dollop of cool yogurt. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy chili is sure to become a family favorite!
163
422
35 min
TOTAL TIME
760
CALORIES
$3.78
PER SERVING
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Cooklist AI
Hearty Salsa Beef Chili
Experience true comfort food with this Hearty Salsa Beef Chili recipe. This easy-to-make, flavorful dish is perfect for busy days or gatherings with friends and family. Let the unique combination of ingredients and spices bring warmth and satisfaction to your table.
1
7 hr 40 min
TOTAL TIME
425
CALORIES
$1.31
PER SERVING
Ingredients
Directions
SLOW COOKER
1
Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat. Season with salt, pepper, chili powder, and cumin while browning. Then transfer it to the slow cooker.
2
Add soaked red kidney beans (if using dried), salsa, and tomato juice to the slow cooker. Stir to combine.
3
Cook on low for 6-8 hours or until beans are tender.
STOVE-TOP
4
Brown the ground beef in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Season with salt, pepper, chili powder, and cumin while browning.
5
Add canned and drained red kidney beans, salsa, and tomato juice to the pot. Stir to combine.
6
Simmer for 30-45 minutes, adding more tomato juice if needed for desired consistency.
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Oatmeal with a Fork
Our Favorite Vegetable Beef Chili
Our favorite allergy-friendly chili recipe, NO tomatoes needed!
39
64
50 min
TOTAL TIME
428
CALORIES
$0.88
PER SERVING
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One Armed Mama
Beef and Bean Chili with Cornbread and Honey Butter
A classic Beef and Bean Chili that is perfect for a family dinner, when feeding a crowd or as a meal prep freezer meal!
1
1 hr 40 min
TOTAL TIME
633
CALORIES
$2.22
PER SERVING
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Whole and Heavenly Oven
Instant Pot Pineapple Beef Chili
Sweet pineapple and savory beef are a match made in heaven in this sweet 'n' spicy pineapple beef chili made in mere MINUTES in the instant pot!
1
211
1
20 min
TOTAL TIME
828
CALORIES
$2.30
PER SERVING
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Platings and Pairings
Spicy Beef & Beer Chili
My Spicy Beef & Beer Chili is a hearty one-pot chili that’s rich and spicy and perfect for chilly nights.
10
7
2
30 min
TOTAL TIME
736
CALORIES
$2.82
PER SERVING
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Foodness Gracious
One Pot beef Chili with Bacon
This one-pot beef chili is easy to make and is the perfect dish for a cold winters night! It's packed with Hunts Vine Ripened Tomatoes and BUSH'S Beans for a thick, rich taste!
5
193
1 hr
TOTAL TIME
540
CALORIES
$1.73
PER SERVING
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Sunday Supper Movement
Ground Beef Chili Recipe
A QUICK and EASY dinner recipe the whole family will love! Our Ground Beef Chili Recipe comes together in just over 30 minutes! Enjoy this hearty dinner idea using ground beef that’s low in fat and packed with protein and fiber too! Perfect for any night of the week!
7
840
35 min
TOTAL TIME
610
CALORIES
$1.95
PER SERVING
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The Keto Queens
Low Carb Beef Chili Recipe
Our Low Carb Beef Chili Recipe is perfect football food for game day, and it’s hearty for a fall or winter dinner. Leftovers reheat well, and this also freezes well!
2
497
46
55 min
TOTAL TIME
715
CALORIES
$5.46
PER SERVING
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Nourish and Fete
Blue Ribbon Beef Chili
The easiest chili recipe you'll ever make!
4
293
2
1 hr 15 min
TOTAL TIME
700
CALORIES
$1.58
PER SERVING
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Fine Cooking
Beef & Black Bean Chili with Chipotle & Avocado
The diced avocado topping makes a cool contrast to the thick, spicy chili.
49
235
87
697
CALORIES
$1.35
PER SERVING
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