One Hour Chili Recipe

This One-Hour Chili recipe delivers a rich and hearty chili experience, bursting with slow-cooked vegetables that melt in your mouth! Don't underestimate the magic of tomato soup—it adds incredible body and sweetness, perfectly balancing the spices. Customize the heat with your favorite hot sauce! Ready in just 60 minutes, this recipe is perfect for a quick and satisfying weeknight meal.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 302 kcal
Protein 45g
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Ingredients for One Hour Chili

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 1 carrot, chopped
  • 1 celery rib, chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 lb ground chuck
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 (10 3/4 ounce) can cream of tomato soup
  • 1 (15 ounce) can dark red kidney beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can ranch style beans, undrained
  • Beer
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon oregano
  • For garnish, chopped cilantro
  • 1 dash hot sauce (or to taste)
  • 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • Shredded cheddar cheese, for garnish
  • Sour cream, for garnish

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How to Make One Hour Chili

  1. Heat olive oil in a large, deep pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, bell peppers, and carrots. Sauté for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are very soft.
  2. Add the ground beef to the pot. Brown and stir to break up the meat, cooking until all pink is gone.
  3. Drain off any excess grease.
  4. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes.
  5. Stir in the diced tomatoes (undrained), kidney beans, pinto beans, tomato soup, chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt, pepper, and water.
  6. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  7. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Add hot sauce for extra heat, if desired.
  8. Serve hot, garnished with chopped white onion, cilantro, shredded cheese, and sour cream.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

25 g

Sugar

7g

Fat

15g

Carbs

8g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make One Hour Chili?

One Hour Chili takes about 75 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 60 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in One Hour Chili?

One Hour Chili has approximately 302 calories per serving, with about 45 g protein, 8 g carbohydrates and 16 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for One Hour Chili?

The key ingredients for One Hour Chili are Canola Oil, Onion, Carrot, Celery, Green Pepper, Ground Chuck. See the full list with measurements above.

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