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One-Pot Pantry Chili with Canned Beans & Ground Beef – Quick Family Dinner

This one-pot pantry chili blends ground beef (or turkey), canned beans, and tomatoes with savory spices for a hearty, no-fuss family dinner. Ready in just 35 minutes and easily customizable, it’s perfect for busy nights, meal prep, or cozy gatherings. Delightfully warming and always satisfying, it’s a dependable weeknight staple.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb Ground beef or turkey
  • 1 Onion diced
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 14 oz Canned diced tomatoes
  • 14 oz Canned kidney beans drained and rinsed
  • 14 oz Canned black beans drained and rinsed
  • 2 tbsp Tomato paste
  • 2 tsp Chili powder
  • 1 tsp Cumin
  • 1 tsp Paprika optional
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup Water or broth
  • Shredded cheese optional for topping

Equipment

  • 1 Large pot
  • 1 Stirring spoon
  • 1 Can opener

Method
 

  1. In a pot, sauté onion and garlic. Add ground meat and cook until browned.
  2. Add tomatoes, beans, paste, and seasonings. Stir well.
  3. Pour in water/broth. Simmer uncovered for 20–25 minutes.
  4. Top with shredded cheese if desired.

Notes

  • Add corn or bell pepper for extra veggies.
  • Use plant-based meat for a vegetarian version.
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