This easy dump chili recipe is a must for each household. It takes little preparetion time and is hardy and filling. Use this dump chili recipe for your next busy weeknight meal, an upcoming Superbowl party or any social gathering. It is sure to be a crowd pleaser!
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What is Chili?
Chili is usually made of ground beef, hot peppers or chili powder and some beans. It is said to have originated in Texas where tomatoes and beans were not part of the traditional chili.
This dump chili recipe has a thickness to it that cannot be found in some other chilis. The combination of the ingredients brings out a rich and flavorful taste.
Why you will love this recipe
Hearty & delicious: Each person at your table will leave satisified or asking for more. Easy & Quick: With many ingredients being canned, all you have to do is dump all the ingredients into the browned meat and onions. Comforting: On a cold winter day, this thick chili will warm you up from the inside out.
Dump Chili Recipe making tips
If you really want to make this recipe a dump and go chili, then brown the meat and onions the night before. The next morning, dump all the ingredients into a slow cooker, stir and turn on low until it is time to serve.
Make the dump chili recipe an entire day before you plan to serve it. The flavors will become more prominent over time in the refrigerator. Then heat up on the stove and enjoy the chili.
The ingredients
The ingredients included in this easy dump chili recipe:
ground beef
red kidney beans
tomato soup
canned tomatoes (I prefer home canned best)
yellow onion
salsa (feel free to make with whatever heat level you prefer)
chili powder
salt (I prefer sea salt)
pepper
Worcestershire sauce
Tools you may need
Large soup pot or dutch oven
Can opener
FAQ
Can you freeze dump chili recipe?
Yes. This chili freezes very well. You can make extra and freeze right away or eat what you like and freeze the rest. For best storing, put the chili in a freezer safe bag and lie flat. This is a great space saving idea and it makes it easier to thaw when the time comes to reheat the chili.
Where did Chili originate from?
Chili likely originated from Texas. It was said to not contain beans or tomatoes to begin with, but those now are staples in a classic chili recipe.
What do you serve easy dump chili recipe with?
Some of our staple toppings for chili include; sour cream, avocado, shredded cheese, tortilla chips or corn chips and hot sauce (for my husband).
For some side dish ideas to eat with chili you can serve tortilla chips, corn bread, or even a sweet cinnamon roll. The combination of the more spicy chili and the sweet roll is something that I’ve seen quite often here in the midwest of America where I am at.
How to make Easy Dump Chili Recipe
Brown your 2 lbs of hamburger in the dutch oven over medium heat. Drain or remove any excess grease you may have from the meat.
Add in the one yellow onion until translucent. Season the meat and onion mixture with salt and pepper to taste.
Into your dutch oven add the rest of the ingredients. 2 can of drained dark red kidney beans, 2 cans of condensed tomato soup, 1 16 oz jar of salsa, 2 15 oz cans of diced tomatoes or 1 quart jar of home canned tomatoes, 1 TBS. of Worcestershire sauce and 1 tsp of chili powder
( add more for extra spice).
Simmer on the stove at low/med with the lid on until heated through. That usually takes about 20 minutes. You may also leave it simmering on low until it is time to serve the chili.
Garnish your dump chili recipe with a few of your favorite toppings – sour cream, avocado and a few cilantro leaves. Serve up with a delicious side and ENJOY!
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Easy Dump Chili Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 lbs ground hamburger
- 1 yellow onion chopped
- 2 15 oz cans red kidney beans drained
- 2 10.75 oz cans condensed tomato soup
- 1 16 oz jar salsa
- 2 15 oz cans diced tomatoes or 1 quart jar home canned tomatoes
- 1 TBS Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 TBS salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Brown your 2 lbs of hamburger in the dutch oven over medium heat. Drain or remove any excess grease you may have from the meat.
- Add in the one yellow onion until translucent. Season the meat and onion mixture with salt and pepper to taste.
- Into your dutch oven add the rest of the ingredients. 2 can of drained dark red kidney beans, 2 cans of condensed tomato soup, 1 16 oz jar of salsa, 2 15 oz cans of diced tomatoes or 1 quart jar of home canned tomatoes, 1 TBS. of Worsteshire sauce and 1 tsp of chili powder ( add more for extra spice).
- Simmer on the stove at low/med with the lid on until heated through. That usually takes about 20 minutes. You may also leave it simmering on low until it is time to serve the chili.
- Garnish your dump chili recipe with a few of your favorite toppings – sour cream, avocado and a few cilantro leaves. Serve with some tortilla chips or corn chips and cheese. ENJOY!
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