Easy Chili {in just 10 minutes}

Fortunately for me, my mom saw the value in a quick dinner, so this comes easy to me.

I personally was never a big chili fan until a few years ago – until I found the perfect  mix of seasoning, beef, beans, creme fraiche {or sour cream}, fresh shredded cheddar and chips to make it the perfect fall or winter dinner.

This easy chili is also customizable! If you prefer your chili with a soup consistency, just add a 12 ounce bottle of beer. The hoppier, the better, like an IPA.

I also highly recommending taking a minute or two to freshly shred your cheddar cheese. It makes all the difference in the world because shredded cheddar tends to be dry and doesn’t melt as well. This makes it rich and creamy!

Enjoy!

To see how simple this Easy Chili Recipe is, watch the video in the post

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10 Minute Chili

This Easy Chili will warm even the chilliest of nights. It's an easy weeknight dinner, but feels special enough for entertaining. This traditional chili is made with classic ingredients: ground beef, beans, seasonings and topped with fresh shredded cheese and a dollop of sour cream.

Cuisine American

Keyword chili, easy chili, easy dinner, easy lunch, meat chili

Prep Time 2 minutes

Cook Time 10 minutes

Total Time 12 minutes

Servings 4

Calories 510 kcal

Author Julie Blanner

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 tsp red pepper
• 1 Tbsp dried onion
• 1 can Mexican chili beans
• water or beer
• 4 oz cheddar cheese
• sour cream crema or creme fraiche
• chips

Instructions

1. In a skillet, cook ground beef over medium high heat, adding red pepper and dried onion.
2. When nearly cooked, add chili beans. Continue to stir and reduce to medium low heat. We tend to like ours thicker, but you can add ¼ c water or up to a bottle of hoppy beer if you wish.
3. While the meat is cooking, shred cheddar {it's so much better than pre-shredded, I promise.}
4. Top with sour cream, cheese and chips.

Nutrition Facts

10 Minute Chili

Amount Per Serving

Calories 510 Calories from Fat 297

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 33g 51%

Saturated Fat 14g 70%

Cholesterol 110mg 37%

Sodium 1022mg 43%

Potassium 832mg 24%

Total Carbohydrates 19g 6%

Dietary Fiber 4g 16%

Sugars 6g

Protein 31g 62%

Vitamin A 6.7%

Vitamin C 5.2%

Calcium 26.1%

Iron 24.3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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