Mom’s "Cheater" Chili Recipe
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Mom’s "Cheater" Chili Recipe
Description
This chili recipe starts by browning ground beef and onions to develop a base of flavor. Adding a mix of canned chili, chili beans, diced tomatoes with juice, and tomato juice creates a thick, tomato-forward sauce. Simmering the combined ingredients allows flavors to meld while keeping cooking simple and time-efficient. Seasoning with salt and pepper adjusts taste to preference.
The recipe suggests serving with toppings like shredded cheddar, diced onion, and sour cream for added creaminess and texture. It can accompany various dishes or be enjoyed alone. Transitioning to a slow cooker method is possible by cooking the beef first, then combining all ingredients and cooking on low for several hours for convenience and deeper flavor development.
This chili works well spooned over dishes like baked potatoes, nachos, or macaroni and cheese, providing versatile meal options beyond just chili bowls. Its approachable preparation suits casual meals and leftovers can easily be reheated.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 onion diced
- 15 ounces chili (any brand works)
- 15 ounces chili beans do not drain
- 1 can diced tomatoes do not drain
- 1/2 cup tomato juice
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
GARNISHES:
- cheddar cheese shredded
- onion diced
- sour cream
Instructions
- In a large pot, add the ground beef and diced onion. Cook on medium heat until beef is browned and onion is soft and translucent. Drain excess fat.
- Add the remaining ingredients and stir to combine. Simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until everything is heated through.
- Top with cheese, onions, sour cream, and any other garnishes you like.
Notes
- Slow cooker variation: Brown beef, then add all ingredients to slow cooker and cook low 6–8 hours or high 3–4 hours.
- Use as a topping for chili dogs, cheese fries, nachos, baked potatoes, or macaroni and cheese to create new meals.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 234 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 234kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 18g | 6% |
| Protein | 14g | 28% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 40mg | 13% |
| Sodium | 435mg | 18% |
| Potassium | 714mg | 15% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 8g | 16% |
| Vitamin A | 640IU | 13% |
| Vitamin C | 85.8mg | 95% |
| Calcium | 55mg | 6% |
| Iron | 3.2mg | 18% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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