Taco Chili

Taco Chili – is a quick, easy and filling Chili recipe that makes the perfect comfort food. Try your taco night in chili form this week with this hearty Taco Chili topped with your favorite taco toppings.

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When two of my favorite dishes comes in one, I CALL IT MAGIC. This easy chili recipe is made with ground beef, black beans, chili beans, corn, salsa and other yummy taco inspired ingredients. Make this Taco Chili for your next Taco Night, or as a one pot dinner for when you have no time. Enjoy this one pot chili recipe on a cold day. There’s something about hearty chili that just makes everything better. It’s filling, spicy, and hearty, and it always seems to hit the spot.

This post is about how to make the perfect hearty Taco Chili.

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Crowd-pleasing chili recipe is here! This is the perfect simple one pot meal for colder months or any time when you crave a good chili recipe. Everyone can choose their favorite taco toppings for this recipe that is sure to be a hit. The entire meal is super easy to make for everyone and is also budget-friendly. I love easy weeknight meals that I can recreate in no time. This chili is one of our new household favorites, and it will easily become yours too! This thick chili recipe is the best way to spice up game night with friends. Not only is this hearty dish packed with flavor, but it’s also super simple to make and easy to customize the way you like it. Chili is one of my favorite dishes to serve for a football party or potluck too.

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WHY YOU WILL LOVE THIS RECIPE

• Hearty, filling and thick chili recipe.
• The ultimate spin to the classic recipe.
• Easy to make for a large family.
• The perfect easy weeknight meal or as a Game Day main dish
• Enjoy it on your next Taco Night as a different meal

INGREDIENTS NOTES FOR TACO CHILI

Here’s everything you need to make this whole and hearty Taco Chili recipe –

Taco Seasoning

Ground Beef

Tomato Sauce

Cumin

Onion

Diced Tomatoes

Red Bell Pepper

Chili Powder

Jalapeno Pepper

Garlic

Kidney Beans

Black Beans

Salt & Pepper

HOW TO MAKE TACO CHILI 

In a large pot or Dutch oven, cook the ground beef or ground turkey over medium heat until browned. 

Add the diced onion, minced garlic, jalapeño and diced bell pepper to the pot. Sauté for about 5 minutes, or until the vegetables have softened.

Add the diced tomatoes, kidney beans, black beans, and tomato sauce to the pot. Stir to combine.

Sprinkle the taco seasoning, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper over the mixture. Stir well to evenly distribute the spices.

Bring the chili to a simmer and let it cook for about 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Taste and adjust the seasonings if needed. Add more chili powder or spices according to your preference.

Serve the taco chili hot in bowls, and garnish with your favorite toppings such as shredded cheese, sour cream, sliced jalapeños, chopped cilantro, diced avocado, or tortilla chips.

Giving everyone a bowl of chili is also much less messy than having everyone put together their own tacos (I still love tacos, though!) With just the crock pot, large pot or Dutch oven, there is a lot less cleanup to worry about. That’s why this is the perfect easy weeknight meal for busy people!

TIPS FOR SUCCESS

• It tastes better when it’s made the day before (which gives the flavors more time to meld).
• Feel free to adjust the spice levels according to your taste preferences. You can add more chili powder or jalapeños for a spicier kick, or reduce the amount if you prefer a milder flavor.
• If you prefer a leaner option, use ground turkey instead of ground beef.
• Customize the toppings based on your preferences. Consider adding shredded cheese, sour cream, sliced jalapeños, chopped cilantro, diced avocado, or even some tortilla chips for added texture.
• Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. The flavors tend to develop even more over time, making it a great option for meal prepping.
• Ensure you drain and rinse the kidney beans and black beans thoroughly before adding them to the chili. This helps remove excess sodium and starch.
• For a deeper flavor, you can sauté the spices along with the onion, garlic, and peppers before adding the meat.
• If you want to save time, you can use pre-packaged taco seasoning instead of making your own blend.
• Consider serving the taco chili with warm tortillas or as a topping for nachos for a fun twist.

RECIPE FAQ’S

HOW TO STORE TACO CHILI?

Let the Chili recipe cool before you store it in the fridge. Kept in an airtight container, it will last well in the fridge for up to 3 days. The flavors tend to develop even more over time, making it a great option for meal prepping.

CAN I MAKE CHILI IN ADVANCE?

Yes, you can make chili in advance! It is actually even better to make one day before serving it, the flavors will beautifully melt together and it will taste even better.

IS THIS CHILI SPICY?

Yes, a little bit because of the chili powder and jalapeno. Although you can easily adjust these two ingredients if you don’t like super spicy chili recipes.

Taco Chili

Taco Chili - is a quick, easy and filling Chili recipe that makes the perfect comfort food. Try your taco night in chili form this week with this hearty Taco Chili topped with your favorite taco toppings.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 30 minutes mins

Total Time 45 minutes mins

Course Main Course

Cuisine Mexican

Servings 4 servings aprox.

Ingredients

  

• 1 pound ground beef (450g) or ground turkey
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 jalapeño, stems and seeds removed, diced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 can diced tomatoes (14 ounces, or 400 grams)
• 1 can kidney beans, drained and rinsed (14 ounces, or 400 grams)
• 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed (14 ounces, or 400 grams)
• 1 can tomato sauce (8 ounces, or 227 grams)
• 1 packet taco seasoning (1.25 ounces, or 35 grams)
• 1 tsp chili powder, adjust to taste
• 1 tbsp cumin (adjust to taste as it has a strong flavor)
• salt and pepper to taste
• Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, sliced jalapeños, chopped cilantro, diced avocado, tortilla chips, etc.

Instructions

 

• In a large pot or Dutch oven, cook the ground beef or ground turkey over medium heat until browned.
• Add the diced onion, minced garlic, jalapeño and diced bell pepper to the pot. Sauté for about 5 minutes, or until the vegetables have softened.
• Add the diced tomatoes, kidney beans, black beans, and tomato sauce to the pot. Stir to combine.
• Sprinkle the taco seasoning, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper over the mixture. Stir well to evenly distribute the spices.
• Bring the chili to a simmer and let it cook for about 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
• Taste and adjust the seasonings if needed. Add more chili powder or spices according to your preference.
• Serve the taco chili hot in bowls, and garnish with your favorite toppings such as shredded cheese, sour cream, sliced jalapeños, chopped cilantro, diced avocado, or tortilla chips.

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