Craving a warm bowl of hearty chili, but short on time? Easy Stove Top Chili to the rescue! Flavorful, spicy and deliciously seasoned, this savory pot of yum is ready from start to finish in under 2 hours--without sacrificing flavor or consistency. This is a great, hearty meal that the whole family will love!
Easy Stove Top Chili really is just that--EASY! You don't need a crockpot or an entire day to make this hearty, flavorful chili, which can truly hold its own against the best of them.
This recipe is one of my favorites because it's easy to follow, has simple ingredients, tastes great and makes a lot.
With ground beef, kidney and pinto beans, beef broth and a whole lot of chili powder, the chili simmers to perfection in under 2 hours--all in one pot. It's hearty and comforting and is the perfect excuse to buy that big bag of corn chips (the ultimate, epic chili topper for sure).
In more of a chicken chili kind of mood? Check out Easy White Bean Chicken Chili, which uses leftover chicken. It's also cooked exclusively on the stove!
Why you'll love it
| Easy prep- Brown the ground beef, stir in the seasonings (choose your spice level) and pour on the broth. After you add the canned beans with a little extra broth towards the end, your chili simmers and then is ready to be devoured! Pairs well with so many great toppings- Enjoy this savory chili as is, or feel free to add your favorite toppings! We love green onions, jalapeños, sour cream, shredded cheese and corn chips with this. So delicious! Easy serving- It's cooked in one pot and served in one bowl. It doesn't get much easier than this, people! Stores well- This easy chili recipe makes 8 hearty servings, which keep well in the fridge for up to one week. You can also freeze it. Sometimes I like to freeze individual servings in freezer bags, then defrost them as desired for a special, tasty lunch! Frozen chili will keep for up to three months. |
Ingredients
Please note: Not all listed ingredients are pictured above.
For a full list of ingredients with quantities, check out the printable recipe card below.
- Ground beef--lean or extra lean preferred
- Seasonings--garlic powder, chili powder, ground cumin, dried oregano, salt & pepper
- Flour--used as a thickening agent
- Low sodium beef broth--adds savory flavor, without too much added salt
- Pinto/chili beans, drained and rinsed
- Kidney beans, drained and rinsed
Suggested toppings include: green onions, jalapeños, sour cream, shredded cheese, corn chips, tortilla chips, oyster crackers and hot sauce
Click here for a list of equipment needed for this recipe.
- 5-6 quart pan with lid
- meat chopper (optional, but handy)
- measuring cups
- measuring spoons
- stirring spoon
- colander
- ladle
Instructions
Start making Easy Stove Top Chili by cooking the ground beef over medium heat, stirring frequently until the meat changes color, but does not brown. Drain fat and excess liquid; then return to the stove.
Add in all the seasonings and flour. Stir until meat is evenly coated.
Add 4 cups of the beef broth; stir until liquid is well blended.
Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat; simmer, partially covered, over low heat for 1 hour. Stir occasionally.
Add the 2 cans of drained and rinsed beans, along with an additional 1-2 cups of beef broth (the more you add, the thinner the chili will be). Bring to a boil; then simmer for an additional 15-30 minutes, or until chili thickens.
Serve warm with a slice of garlic bread or cornbread. Top with your favorite chili toppings. So hearty and so delicious!
Storage
Cool completely, then store in an airtight container and refrigerate. Enjoy within 1 week. When reheating, stir occasionally until evenly heated over low to medium heat on your stove. (You can also reheat it in the microwave--just make sure you stir it a lot before serving in order to prevent those dangerous heat pockets!)
You may also freeze Easy Stove Top Chili. It will keep in the freezer for up to 3 months!
It's sometimes helpful to add a little extra beef broth to leftovers for a smoother consistency.
Looking for another great, hearty dish? Check out Ham and Chicken Jambalaya, which is also made in one pot!
For a hearty casserole, with mighty Tex-Mex flavors, try Cowboy Casserole!
📋Recipe
Easy Stove Top Chili
Ingredients
- 2 pounds lean or extra lean ground beef
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder can substitute 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4-6 tablespoons chili powder choose your spice level
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- ¼ cup flour
- 5-6 cups low sodium beef broth
- 15 oz. can pinto/chili beans, drained and rinsed
- 15 oz. can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- Suggested toppings include: green onions, jalapeños, sour cream, shredded cheese and corn chips
Instructions
- Start making Easy Stove Top Chili by cooking the beef over medium heat, stirring frequently until meat changes color, but does not brown. Drain fat and excess liquid; then return to the stove.
- Add in all the seasonings and flour. Stir until meat is evenly coated.
- Add 4 cups of the beef broth; stir until liquid is well blended.
- Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat; simmer, partially covered, over low heat for 1 hour. Stir occasionally.
- Add the 2 cans of beans, along with an additional 1-2 cups of beef broth (the more you add, the thinner the chili will be). Bring to a boil; then simmer for an additional 15-30 minutes, or until chili thickens.
- Serve warm with a slice of garlic bread or cornbread. Top with your favorite chili toppings. So hearty and so delicious!
- For leftovers, cool completely, then store in an airtight container and refrigerate. Enjoy within 1 week. When reheating, stir occasionally until evenly heated over low to medium heat on your stovetop. (You can also reheat it in the microwave. Just make sure you stir it a lot before serving in order to prevent those dangerous heat pockets!) You may also freeze Easy Stove Top Chili. It will keep in the freezer for up to 3 months!
Janet C. says
We were amazed at how flavorful this was, especially since it wasn't simmering for hours. Thanks for the easy recipe!
Kitchen Ready Betty says
Sure thing! It's always a great recipe for the cold winter months without a lot of hassle.