20 Quick and Easy Chili Recipes

We have 20 quick and easy chili recipes you will love. Whether you like traditional chili soup recipes or like to spice things up, there is a recipe for everyone!

Easy Chili Recipes

When the weather starts to get cool, there isn’t anything like a good pot of chili!  These easy chili recipes come together quickly and will be the perfect dinner idea for crisp Fall evenings.

Let’s give these quick easy chili recipes a try. You will love how easy they are!

We make chili frequently so I make a big batch of homemade chili seasoning. It’s really easy to make and cheaper than store bought.

What goes good with chili? 

We like to top our chili with tortilla chips and cheese.  Sometimes we make a big pan of cornbread and crumble it on top of the chili. It’s so good.

This easy cornbread recipe is a hit and really simple. If you like things a little spicy, try this cheddar jalapeno cornbread.

There are so many varieties of chili that you never get tired of it. We love crockpot chili but white chicken chili is also a big hit around here.

Taco Chili is also one of our favorites.

How to freeze Chili

Freezing Chili is actually very easy. I love to have chili in the freeze to reheat on a cold day. Check out Can You Freeze Chili for more tips on how to freeze chili.

1. Pumpkin Chili Recipe

Try something different and add pumpkin for a twist on the classic chili. It’s so hearty and perfect for this time of year. Whether you make it on a stovetop or your Crock Pot, it’s a recipe that’s undeniably good!

2. Easy Quick Chili Recipe

The chili is a super quick and easy chili recipe that the entire family will love! Top with cheese and corn chips or whatever you like!

3. Wendy’s Chili

If you love Wendy’s chili, give this recipe a try. It’s packed with ground beef, veggies, tomatoes and more! Just like Wendy’s.

4.  The Best Crock Pot Chili  

This is a quick and delicious classic chili recipe. Dump it all in your slow cooker and have dinner waiting when you get home! Try this recipe using your Instant Pot, too!

5. No-Bean 30-Minute Chili

Get dinner on the table fast with this dish that only takes 30 minutes. Perfect for those nights you forget to menu plan!

6. White Bean Pumpkin Turkey Chili

The easy recipe calls for turkey and pumpkin so it’s a really healthy meal that is delicious! It will satisfy a crowd and cooks so easily in the crock pot or instant pot!

7.  Instant Pot Vegetarian Chili

Instant Pot Vegetarian Chili Recipe is packed with amazing flavor and ready in just 10 minutes. This is the perfect meal to get dinner on the table fast! You can make this healthy recipe using your Crock Pot, too!

8. 6-Ingredient Crock Pot Chili

You only need 6 ingredients to make this awesome chili! Such a simple recipe that doesn’t take long to prepare and everyone will love it.

9. Crock Pot White Chicken Chili

Use chicken instead of beef and white beans for a twist on classic chili. This is so good and a nice change if you are looking for something different.

10. Crock Pot 15-Bean Soup with Ham

This recipe comes together quickly by using Hurst’s 15 Bean Soup in the dry bean section of the store. Plus, it’s frugal using dry beans. The chili recipe is excellent topped with cornbread, cheese, and more!

11. Slow Cooker Butternut Squash 

The perfect Fall meal with yummy Fall vegetables! The recipe is super easy in your slow cooker to make dinnertime a breeze.

12. Turkey Corn Chili 

Turkey and Corn make the perfect combination in this hearty chili. This recipe is a great one to save and use for Thanksgiving leftovers.

13. Slow Cooker Tortellini Chili

Cheese tortellini adds something really special to this dish. Try this delicious recipe.

14. Crockpot Taco Chili 

You will love the flavor the salsa adds to the dish. It adds a kick that is so good with the black and pinto beans.  This is a an easy freezer meal if you have any leftovers.

15. Dr. Pepper Chili

This chili is sweet, savory and spicy! The Dr. Pepper adds a really good flavor to this simple chili recipe.

16. Delicious Chili in the Crock Pot

Yummy chili with a secret ingredient- cocoa powder! Try this amazing chili recipe.

17. Crock Pot Turkey Chili 

Sneak hidden veggies in this easy recipe! No one will ever know and you will feel good about getting extra nutrients in your family! This recipe uses ground turkey so it’s much better for you and cheaper too.

18. White Chicken Chili Taco Chili

This comes together quickly in the slow cooker and it’s a good way to sneak beans into your children’s diet.

19. Easy Keto Chili 

Enjoy tasty chili while following a low-carb and keto diet. This is perfect for cooler weather and so amazing the entire family will love the recipe.

20. Turkey Sweet Potato Chili

Try a new and delicious twist on the traditional chili recipe.  The flavor is amazing in this healthy turkey chili recipe. Everyone will love it!

21. Crock Pot Cowboy Chili Recipe 

The easy recipe, that you can also make in an Instant Pot, does not disappoint. Loaded with hearty beef, beans, zesty tomatoes, and more, each bite is simply amazing and sure to be a big hit.

22. Instant Pot Vegetarian Chili Recipe

This is the perfect meal to get dinner on the table fast!  Vegetarian chili is packed with amazing flavor and ready in just 10 minutes.

23. Crock Pot Keto White Chicken Chili Recipe

This chili is loaded with so much flavor and tasty chicken, cheese, and more that the entire family will love this recipe. The low-carb recipe is simply amazing!

24. Crock Pot Chili Cheese Dip

Crockpot chili cheese dip is the perfect appetizer or snack and is super easy. The crock pot does all of the work and you only need 3 ingredients.

25. Cincinnati Chili

This Cincinnati Chili is a delicious chili recipe that is an easy stovetop recipe. It’s a twist on your classic chili but is quickly becoming a family favorite. We have even made Slow Cooker Cincinnati Chili!

26. Green Chili Burger

Everyone loves this Green Chili Burger. The combination of the chili’s on the cheeseburger makes it the best burger you will ever have.

27. Slow Cooker Brisket Chili

This Slow Cooker Brisket Chili is the perfect game-day chili. It is hearty, delicious, and full of flavor. This smoked brisket chili is always a crowd favorite.

28. Hot Dog Chili

With only a few ingredients, you will be making homemade chili for hot dogs from now on. It is tangy and delicious. If you prefer to use your slow cooker, our Crock Pot Hot Dog Chili recipe is worth trying.

29. Texas Roadhouse Chili

Easy and delicious Texas Roadhouse Chili. All the flavors of your favorite restaurant’s chili are made at home with this easy copycat recipe.

30. Green Chili Chicken Enchiladas

From the creamy sauce to the spicy green chili’s, this recipe packs a bunch of flavor but it’s mild enough for the entire family to enjoy.

31. Ground Turkey Chili

It is so easy to make and your family won’t even realize it is turkey and not beef.

32. Crock Pot Chipotle Chili

This chili has a delicious smoky flavor and is made with simple ingredients.

33. Crockpot Vegetable and Beef Chili

Crock Pot Vegetable and Beef Chili Recipe is the perfect comfort food recipe for a cold day. The slow cooker does all the work and everything is packed with flavor and so delicious.

34. Crockpot Cream Cheese Chicken Chili

The tender chicken is hearty and delicious for the best chili recipe and so easy to make.

35. Crock Pot Frito Chili Pie

Frito Chili pie combines everything you love about chili with delicious Fritos. Add your favorite toppings and you have Frito Chili Pie that everyone will love. You can make this recipe in the instant pot, too!

36. Crock Pot Sweet Potato Black Bean Chili

Crock Pot Sweet Potato Black Bean Chili is the perfect meal to serve on Meatless Monday or any day of the week. Hearty and delicious, this vegetarian chili will impress the entire family.

37. Chili Burger

Chili Burger is the ultimate burger recipe. This burger is meaty, hearty and fully of delicious flavor.

38. Chili Cheese Burger

This easy grilled beef recipe takes an American classic to the next level with the delicious toppings. Made from scratch chili is topped on a cheeseburger with sauce and crispy onions.

39. Over the Top Smoked Chili

Make Over the Top Smoked Chili for a unique way to cook a delicious chili recipe. This chili tastes amazing and is made with simple ingredients.

Which easy chili recipe will you try? 

Give them a try and let us know which easy chili recipes are your favorites.

From easy crockpot chili recipe to chili on the stovetop, there are so many options for any day of the week!

I love using the slow cooker if I will be gone all day. It is so nice to come home to dinner ready to enjoy.

The possibilities are endless with chili from keto and low-carb to traditional recipes. Try using ground turkey, ground beef, or just veggies.

Switch up the beans and use black beans, pinto beans, or whatever you have on hand. Add extra diced tomatoes and beef broth to stretch your meat. So many tasty ideas!

Don’t forget about the toppings for homemade chili such as sour cream, cheese, corn chips, and more. My kids love the toppings. 🙂

You might also want to try chili cheese dip recipe.

Try these other delicious soup recipes:

• Crock pot Cheeseburger Soup Recipe
• Easy Crock pot Lasagna Soup Recipe
• Crockpot Black Bean Cilantro Soup
• Crockpot Creamy Taco Soup
• Easy Crockpot Stuffed Peppers Soup Recipe
• Creamy Vegetable Soup Recipe
• Easy Crock Pot Vegetable Soup Recipe
• Ham and Potato Soup Crock pot Recipe
• Crock Pot Butternut Squash Soup Recipe
• Slow Cooker Lentil Soup Recipe
• Easy Crock pot Chicken Vegetable Soup Recipe