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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!

These are some of my favorite easy chili recipes. Some are with beans, some are with no beans, some are made in a crockpot and some on the stovetop. These are the best chili recipes that you’ll ever try. You are going to love the best ever chili recipes! #eatingonadime #chilirecipes #easychilirecipes #comfortfoods
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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!

Pumpkin Chili
Pumpkin Chili recipe is a unique twist on the traditional chili. The secret is pumpkin puree and it adds the perfect hint of sweetness.
Pumpkin Chili

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!

Easy Chili Recipe
Make this easy quick chili recipe. We call it the amazing chili, because it is that good. Make this easy chili recipe with beans or without beans.
Easy Chili Recipe

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.

Wendy’s Chili Recipe
This simple Wendy's Chili Recipe is easy to make and the best copycat recipe. The entire family will love this easy copycat chili recipe.
Wendy’s Chili Recipe

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!

Close up image of chili in a black bowl topped with cheese, sour cream and green onions.
Crock Pot Chili
Quick and easy Crockpot Chili Recipe – Try this easy slow cooker chili recipe that the entire family will love. Easy Crock pot recipes.
Crock Pot Chili

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!

No Bean 30 Minute Chili
This homemade chili is thick, hearty, and ready in only 30 minutes! It tastes like a classic chili recipe but has no beans. This is one comfort food recipe the entire family will love.
No Bean 30 Minute Chili

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!

White Bean Pumpkin Turkey Chili (Slow Cooker or Instant Pot)
The best White Bean Pumpkin Turkey Chili recipe (Slow cooker or Instant Pot) made with pumpkin puree, ground turkey and green chili & spices.
White Bean Pumpkin Turkey Chili (Slow Cooker 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!

Instant Pot Vegetarian Chili
The chili is packed with so many great ingredients that no one will miss the meat. No one will ever guess it only took 10 minutes to get it dinner on the table!
Instant Pot Vegetarian Chili

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.

Easy Chili Recipe (6 Ingredients)
This Easy Chili Recipe is quick, simple, and delicious! You only need 6 ingredients, including ground beef, beans, chili seasoning, broth, and salsa (my secret ingredient for convenience).
Easy Chili Recipe (6 Ingredients)

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.

Crock Pot White Chicken Chili
This Crock Pot White Chicken Chili Recipe is loaded with chicken, corn, beans, and even a splash of beer. Hearty yet nutritious, it’s simple to make and just plain tasty!
Crock Pot White Chicken Chili

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!

Crock Pot 15 Bean Soup with Ham
Crock Pot 15 Bean Soup with ham is so frugal and a great way to feed a crowd. The soup is so delicious and packed with flavor that everyone will want more.
Crock Pot 15 Bean Soup with Ham

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.

Slow Cooker Butternut Squash Chili
This recipe is the perfect combination of squash, beans, peppers, and tomatoes all slow-cooked in a savory broth. This healthy chili is guaranteed to satisfy!
Slow Cooker Butternut Squash Chili

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.

The Best Healthy Turkey Chili
Healthy turkey chili made with lean ground turkey, kidney beans and corn. This famous recipe is perfectly spiced, packed with plenty of protein and fiber, and is simply the BEST.
The Best Healthy Turkey Chili

13. Slow Cooker Tortellini Chili

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

Tortellini Chili
A quick and easy, 30 minute, one pot chili with cheese tortellini that is just perfect comfort food!
Tortellini Chili

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.

Crockpot Taco Chili
Easy crock pot recipe! With a few ingredients, enjoy this crock pot taco chili recipe on a cold day. You have to try this taco chili crock pot recipe today!
Crockpot Taco Chili

15. Dr. Pepper Chili

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

Dr. Pepper Chili
This Dr Pepper Chili is a great twist on chili and a recipe I am happy to add to my chili recipe collection! Not only is Dr Pepper (and it’s 23 flavors) a secret ingredient to its success but there is cocoa powder in this chili too! 
Dr. Pepper Chili

16. Delicious Chili in the Crock Pot

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

Crock Pot Chili – Easy and Delicious!
With just a handful of ingredients this Crock Pot Chili is a hearty and flavorful dish that will warm you up from the inside out.
Crock Pot Chili – Easy and Delicious!

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.

Crock pot Turkey Chili
This hearty Turkey Chili Crockpot Recipe is thick and bursting with flavor. Loaded with easy ingredients and simple to make makes an easy weeknight meal.
Crock pot Turkey Chili

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.

Crock pot White Chicken Taco Chili Recipe
Try this amazing chicken taco chili recipe that you can cook in your crockpot.
Crock pot White Chicken Taco Chili Recipe

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.

Keto Chili Recipe
Keto Chili Recipe is perfect for Fall and sure to impress the entire family. Low Carb Chili recipe is so hearty. Try low carb chili for an easy meal idea. 
Keto Chili 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!

Turkey Sweet Potato Chili
Try Turkey Sweet Potato Chili for a new and delicious twist on the traditional chili recipe.  The flavor is amazing in this healthy turkey chili recipe.
Turkey Sweet Potato Chili

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.

Crock pot Cowboy Chili Recipe
Everyone loves chili and this Crock Pot Cowboy Chili Recipe does not disappoint. Loaded with hearty beef, beans, and more, this chili recipe is a must try.
Crock pot Cowboy Chili Recipe

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.

Instant Pot Vegetarian Chili Recipe
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!
Instant Pot Vegetarian Chili Recipe

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!

Crock pot Keto White Chicken Chili Recipe
Crock pot Keto White Chicken Chili Recipe is low carb and delicious. This chili is loaded with so much flavor that the entire family will love this recipe.
Crock pot Keto White Chicken Chili Recipe

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.

Crock Pot Chili Cheese Dip
It is so cheesy with a little bit of heat from the green chilies. The chili con carne makes it so hearty and it is always a crowd pleaser.
Crock Pot Chili Cheese Dip

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! Store the leftovers in the fridge for delicious lunch the next day.

Cincinnati Chili
Cincinnati Chili Recipe is a meaty chili that is loaded with flavor and simple spices. Serve over spaghetti for a classic dish.
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.

Green Chili Burger
Melted cheese on top of a ground beef burger topped with roasted green chili’s gives this burger the best flavor.
Green Chili Burger

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. Sneak in shredded carrot and celery for even more flavor.

Slow Cooker Brisket Chili
The simple spices, hearty beef, and beans give this chili the best flavor and texture.
Slow Cooker Brisket Chili

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.

Hot Dog Chili
Hot dog chili does not have beans and has a sweeter flavor due to the ketchup in the recipe. The texture is smoother than regular chili and not chunky.
Hot Dog Chili

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. Top with green onions and diced avocado for added flavor.

Texas Roadhouse Chili
This chili is one of my favorites at this restaurant. It is spicy and smoky and full of flavor. This made from scratch chili is made with slices of stew meat instead of ground beef.
Texas Roadhouse Chili

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.

Green Chili Chicken Enchiladas
Green Chile Chicken Enchiladas are a family favorite because of the layers of chicken, cheese, and sour cream mixture.
Green Chili Chicken Enchiladas

31. Ground Turkey Chili

It is so easy to make and your family won’t even realize it is turkey and not beef. This chili is delicious cooked in a Dutch Oven or any large pot. Simmer the chili over medium-high heat for delicious flavor.

A bowl of ground turkey chili topped with shredded cheddar cheese and garnished with parsley. The hearty chili includes kidney beans and tomatoes, offering a delicious twist. A side of tortilla chips is partially visible in the background.
Ground Turkey Chili
Cooking with ground turkey is not only healthier for you, but it is much cheaper too. It takes on the flavor of all the other ingredients and makes a delicious chili recipe.
Ground Turkey Chili

32. Crock Pot Chipotle Chili

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

Crock Pot Chipotle Chili
Lots of chipotle peppers, adobo sauce and more come together for a flavor-packed dish your family will go crazy over.
Crock Pot Chipotle Chili

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. Even better topped with cheddar cheese.

Crockpot Vegetable and Beef Chili
It is loaded with veggies, beef and just enough heat to make the absolute best chili!
Crockpot Vegetable and Beef Chili

34. Crockpot Cream Cheese Chicken Chili

The tender chicken is hearty and delicious for the best chili recipe and so easy to make. Serve with saltine crackers and top with jalapeños in a large bowl.

Crockpot Cream Cheese Chicken Chili
Tons of shredded chicken with lots of Mexican flavor and an amazing creamy broth make this a big hit around here. This creamy chili is easy to make with simple ingredients.
Crockpot Cream Cheese Chicken Chili

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!

Crock Pot Frito Chili Pie
Regardless of what you call it, this recipe has all the ingredients sure to impress your family. Lots of hearty pinto beans, tomatoes, ground beef, and more.
Crock Pot Frito Chili Pie

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.

Crock Pot Sweet Potato Black Bean Chili
The tender sweet potatoes and hearty black beans make a delicious chili recipe that might just surprise you. The flavor really is delicious and is so comforting and tasty.
Crock Pot Sweet Potato Black Bean Chili

37. Chili Burger

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

Chili Burger
Hamburger patty is topped with a hearty chili mixture and served with your favorite burger toppings.
Chili Burger

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.

Chili Cheese Burger
Juicy burger is topped with cheese, chili and crispy onions for a delicious burger recipe.
Chili Cheese Burger

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.

Over the Top Smoked Chili
This Smoked Chili is loaded with delicious smoky flavor and made with easy ingredients. It is loaded with meat, beans, and simple seasoning.
Over the Top Smoked Chili

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.

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