Cold weather means it’s chili season.  This one pot easy beef chili was inspired by Wendy’s chili (which is only 4 Freestyle points on Weight Watchers) and is delicious.

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An overhead image of the One Pot Easy Beef Chili recipe in a white bowl. You can see the cooked beef, beans, shredded cheese and a dollop of Greek yogurt in the image.

I have to admit that I am a tiny bit obsessed with Wendy’s chili – and this recipe reminds me so much of their chili.  I have to admit that I think making chili yourself is so much better than buying it. 

But when I am in a pinch, I will buy the chili at Wendy’s.  Do you have a go-to fast food that you love when you are in a pinch?  I highly suggest that you make this one.

A close up image of the One Pot Easy Beef Chili recipe in a white bowl. You can see the cooked beef, beans, shredded cheese and a dollop of Greek yogurt in the image. There is a spoon as the focal point with a spoonful of the chili in it.

There is something wonderful about beans and beef together in a wonderfully flavorful chili – trust me…this recipe is so easy to make that you will have dinner on the table in about 35 minutes.  Trust me on that!

I’ve never been a fan of cold weather.  Who else is with me there?  That’s part of why I live in the South. 

A close up image of the One Pot Easy Beef Chili recipe in a white bowl. You can see the cooked beef, beans, shredded cheese and a dollop of Greek yogurt in the image.

But even if I didn’t live down South, this chili recipe is perfect to help you warm up during the winter.

I love using my slow cooker to help me make food, too and this steak and noodles recipe is amazing.

I have a love affair with chili recipes.  If you ever questioned that, try this spicy instant pot steak chili or this slow cooker white chicken chili recipe.

What is your favorite comfort food?

One Pot Easy Beef Chili

One Pot Easy Beef Chili

Dash of Herbs
This recipe is 4 Freestyle points per serving, 1 cup of chili.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Soup
Cuisine Comfort Food
Servings 8 servings
Calories 286 kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 Tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 3 Tablespoons garlic minced
  • 1 Tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 Tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 medium red pepper chopped
  • 1 medium green pepper chopped
  • 5 oz green chilies
  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 15 oz kidney beans drained and rinsed
  • 15 oz chili beans
  • 2 cups tomato sauce
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1/2 cup cilantro chopped
  • plain Greek yogurt optional
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese optional

Instructions
 

  • Heat a stock pot over medium heat.  Add the olive oil and onion and cook until the onion is soft, about 10 minutes.  Add the ground beef, garlic, cumin, chili powder, peppers and green chilies.  Saute for a few minutes.
  • Add the beans, tomato sauce, vegetable broth and salt.  Cover and simmer for about 35 minutes, stirring occasionally.  Adjust the seasonings if necessary.  Serve immediately with a dollup of Greek yogurt, cilantro and cheese, if using.

Nutrition

Calories: 286kcalCarbohydrates: 31gProtein: 22gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 42mgSodium: 1684mgPotassium: 986mgFiber: 8gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 1360IUVitamin C: 41.2mgCalcium: 116mgIron: 5.4mg
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2 Comments

  1. I love love love chili, so this one is so good. I hope you love it too…it’s delicious and so easy to make.

  2. I have been looking for a great chili recipe! I’m so excited to try this :-] Thanks!!!

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