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40 Super Easy Chili Recipes That Are Perfect for Cold Winter Days

We're only eating chili in tortilla and bread bowls from now on.

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Getting sick of the cold weather? We have just the solution — one of the best remedies for the winter blues is a nice, piping-hot bowl of tasty chili. Sure, we're still months away from sunny summer days spent outside on the grill — but there is nothing that will make you appreciate this season quite like a cozy cup of soup, stew, or chili on a snowy day. (It's certainly our Instant Pot's favorite season.)

With so many variations of this easy-to-make meal, you'll stay full and satisfied until it's springtime again. From hearty, beef-based dishes, to light and lean chicken with kidney beans, and even all-vegetable chilis for our vegetarian and vegan friends, there's a dish that everyone can enjoy on this list. While you're waiting out this winter weather, throw together one of these cozy and delicious easy chili recipes. It's the perfect way to celebrate cheering on your favorite team, getting snowed in for the weekend, or simply to fill up with a comforting weeknight meal.

1

Best Stovetop Chili

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Why mess with perfection? This smokey, savory dish is a cold-weather classic for a reason. Plus, you can make it in just 25 minutes — which makes it the perfect Super Bowl main dish.

Get the recipe for Stovetop Chili »

2

Healthy Bean Chili

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BRYAN GARDNER

Sliced mango in chili? It sounds crazy, but this sweet and savory combo will have your family coming back for seconds in no time.

Get the recipe for Healthy Bean Chili »

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3

Hearty Bean and Beef Chili

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MIKE GARTEN

There's nothing better on a cold day than hearty and filling bowl of warm, classic chili.

Get the recipe for Hearty Bean and Beef Chili »

4

Chili Pot Pie With Polenta Crust

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The polenta crust of this chili recipes adds a delicious, creamy twist on your favorite meal. Plus, the cornmeal recipe only takes minutes to make.

Get the recipe for Chili Pot Pie with Polenta Crust »

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5

Chili Dogs

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DANIELLE OCCHIOGROSSO DALY

Chili on its own is good — but chili on a juicy, smokey hot dog is amazing. Trust us.

Get the recipe for Chili Dogs »

6

Slow Cooker Turkey Pumpkin Chili

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STEVE GIRALT

If you're not having pumpkin with your chili, you're missing out. This savory fall flavor combo happens to taste amazing year-round.

Get the recipe for Slow Cooker Turkey Pumpkin Chili »

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7

Pumpkin, Beef and Black Bean Chili

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RYAN LIEBE

Pumpkin and chili go great together (see above.) For another dish featuring this sweet and savory dynamic duo, try this recipe that also features soft and tender beef.

Get the recipe from Country Living »

8

Sweet and Spicy Pork Chili

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Orange juice concentrate and coconut milk add the sweetness to this tasty chili dish.

SHOP DUTCH OVENS

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9

Beef Chili Bread Bowl

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Judy Kim

Bonus points if your bread bowl is shaped like a football.

Get the recipe from Delish »

10

Instant Pot Beef Chili

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Brad Holland

You can have chili on the table for dinner in 30 minutes thanks to your pressure cooker.

SHOP INSTANT POTS

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11

Smoky Maple Turkey Chili

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Mike Garten

Everything tastes better in a tortilla bowl, especially this maple-infused chili.

Get the recipe for Smoky Maple Turkey Chili »

12

Sweet Potato Chili

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PARKER FEIERBACH

Is someone in your family following the trendy paleo diet? They'll be able to have a bowl (or two) of this veggie-and-sausage–packed dish.

Get the recipe from Delish »

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13

Chili and Cornbread in a Jar

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Ethan Calabrese

Just look at the layers of hearty chili and fluffy cornbread.

SHOP MASON JARS

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14

White Chili With Black Beans

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Kate Mathis

Load up on this black bean and butternut squash chili for a vegetarian-friendly option.

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15

Beat-the-Clock Chili

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Kate Sears

This microwave-friendly recipe is so quick, you can prep it during commercial breaks.

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16

Pot Roast Chili

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Anna Williams

Put your leftover pot roast to good use in this juicy chili with extra veggies.

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17

Chili Pie With Cornbread Crust

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Mike Garten

Why bother making cornbread and chili when you can make it all at once?

Get the recipe for Chili Pie With Cornbread Crust »

18

Vegan Chili

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Ethan Calabrese

Serve this veggie-packed version at your next game day so that everyone — vegans and non-vegans alike — can get their grub on.

SHOP DUTCH OVENS

Get the recipe from Delish »

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19

Chipotle Lentil Chili

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Dinner in less than 15? The pressure's on, literally, with this Instant Pot-compatible recipe.

SHOP PRESSURE COOKERS

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20

Vegetarian Chili Macaroni

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mike garten

Everything's better over noodles, including this meatless chili.

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