Our 25 Best Chili Recipes

A simmering pot of chili warms up any occasion, from game day and tailgate parties to cozy family meals. The one-pot wonder is just the thing for stress-free entertaining -- just set it out alongside bowls full of colorful toppings and let guests help themselves. Here, 25 of our all-time favorite chili recipes.

Classic Beef Chili

A variety of dried chiles -- ancho, guajillo, mulato, and chipotle -- is roasted and pureed to give this chili its bold flavor.

The Lone Star State likes its chili bean-free, and trust us, you won't miss them in this recipe. Cubes of beef short ribs and chuck are flavored with smoky chipotle and guajillo chiles for a hearty one-pot meal thickened with cornmeal.  

Fresh rosemary works surprisingly well with cumin in this light yet satisfying stew.

Tomatillos, jalapenos, and poblanos lay the foundation for this chili and cut the richness of braised pork shoulder beautifully.

We like to think of this dish as hard-shell chili tacos. Beer and a trio of spices -- ancho chile powder, oregano, and cumin -- give the turkey filling tons of flavor, and the tortilla cups couldn't be easier to put together.

Cumin and chipotle chile powder bring pantry ingredients such as canned tomatoes and beans to life in this quick-cooking meatless chili.

Using ground beef speeds along the cooking time without lessening this chili's ability to hit the spot. It takes just half an hour!

This bean-free stew uses both fresh jalapenos and dried ancho and guajillo chiles for a hot influx of flavor.

Raid your pantry for this one! Canned white beans, chicken broth, and green chiles, plus a bevy of spices -- cumin, coriander, and chili powder -- are the backbone of this flavor-packed chili.

Looking for a simple kid- and adult-friendly meal? Just give potatoes a quick turn in the oven, then top with a tasty 15-minute chili, diced tomatoes, grated cheddar cheese, and a dollop of sour cream.

25 minutes of prep is all you need to transform pantry ingredients into a protein-packed, meat-free dinner. Serve over rice to soak up all the delicious broth.

No slow cooker? No problem! We've got you covered with an easy oven method for this pork-based chili. Carrots and potatoes give it heft, while poblano chiles, cilantro, and lime add brightness.

Slow cooker fans will appreciate the 10 minutes it takes to get this easy recipe going. Finish with sour cream and a little chopped red onion.

This recipe is packed with tips for lightening up classic beef chili. Spoiler alert: ground sirloin, reduced-fat sour cream, and baked tortilla chips are key.