I love chili. I know it’s traditionally a cold weather dish but I don’t care if it’s 100 degrees outside. I’ll still crave it. My husband has never understood this.
When I first adopted a clean eating lifestyle I tried a lot of chili recipes. Unfortunately, because I was limiting my dairy and legumes, I was left dissatisfied with the options. Many were thin and full of veggies that just don’t belong in a classic chili. No thank you, zucchini. I’m not making vegetable soup here.
I’m a chili traditionalist. That’s a thing. I made it up but now it’s a thing. I want my chili to look, smell, and taste like chili. It’s that simple.
If that sounds like you too then you’re going to be really happy with this No Bean 30 Minute Chili.
Yes, you can really make it in 30 minutes! Of course if you want to cook it low and slow for 100 hours that’s on you. Me? I like to cook fast whenever possible.
Plus it freezes really well so feel free to double the recipe and save some in the freezer.
This yummy chili is thick. It’s hearty. It’s dark. It doesn’t have beans but you’re not going to notice. It’s a chili you’re going to want to make on a regular basis. I wouldn’t lie to you.
Now go make a batch.
Made this dish? If you share your finished dish on Instagram tag me so I can check it out!
Craving soup? I have so many including my Healthy 30 Minute Hamburger Soup, 30 Minute Dairy Free Tomato Basil Soup, and 30 Minute Dairy Free Loaded Potato Soup.
No Bean 30 Minute Chili
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- 2 pounds lean ground beef I use 93/7
- 1 green bell pepper finely chopped
- 1 large yellow onion finely chopped
- 2 14.5 oz cans diced tomatoes
- 1 6 oz can tomato paste
- 2 cups beef stock
- 1 1/2 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 tablespoons garlic minced
Instructions
- Add your ground beef to a large stock pot. Use your spatula to crumble the beef. Add in your chopped green pepper and onion. Cook on medium high, stirring occasionally, until beef is browned.
- If your beef isn't very lean you'll want to drain the grease before moving on to the next step. I use a very lean beef so I don't need to drain mine.
- Once your ground beef is cooked it's time to add the other ingredients to the pot. Stir. Cover and let simmer for 20 - 25 minutes.
- Taste. Add extra salt or pepper if that's your preference. Top with green onions, avocado, cilantro, or onion. Enjoy!
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Ohhhh the beef stock is a nice touch! My mother always made chili that was heavy on the cumin and had kidney beans! I can’t help but follow in her footsteps with the cumin! Again–another whole 30 you’ve made appealing! 🙂
Thanks, Glo!
Hi there this looks amazing going to make it for Halloween low carb Guest🎃 but can you list how many carbs per serving ?
Does this freeze well?
Yes! Very well!
Mmmmm! Easy and hearty! Love it!
Thanks, Lindsey!
This is my kind of chili! I grew up with the bean kind and used to love it as a kid, but I can’t have beans anymore so I really appreciate bean free recipes like this. Your version sound delicious!
I grew up with the bean kind and totally love it too! Gimme all the chili varieties! 😉
I think I just found what I’m making for dinner…. Yum!
Thanks so much, Raia! I hope you enjoy it!
Yum!!! I am going to put this on my dinner menu and pack the leftovers in thermoses for school!
Thank you, Renee! Love the idea of packing it in thermoses!
I am in Vancouver Island BC right now. It’s rainy and cold and this looks like perfection!
Oh wow! I’m ready for some chilly (and chili) weather! I’m excited about our recent 60 degree mornings!
Chili is one of my favorites! So ready for fall and winter and comfort foods 🙂
So am I, Joni!
You had me at 30 minutes! I love a speedy meal too even though slow cooking is awesome. Looks great!
I love my slow cooker but sometimes you just need a meal you can make at the last minute! Thanks, Monique!
I could eat a pot of this!!! It’s seriously comfort food.
It totally is. Thank you so much!
Bring on the chili season! Chili is one of my favorite things to eat as it cools down and this version has everything that I love. Can’t wait to try it out!
I’m right with ya, I’ll crave chili in the middle of Houston’s scorching summer heat! Your chili looks too good and I love that it’s super quick!
More veggies and less beans. My GI Tract will thank you! (TMI?) Love this recipe! Can’t wait to make so much chili this winter – one of my favorite cold day comfort meals.
I have hated chili my entire life, but my 6 year old has spent the past few weeks begging me for chili dogs “with extra spice.” I made this last night, and it was awesome! Three of the four children approved, which almost never happens in this house! There were no leftovers. My son has dubbed it “Mom’s World Famous Chili,” but I suppose I should share the credit with you. 😉
Hahaha! I am honored! Thank you so much! <3
What is the nutritional information for this recipe please? My keto friends are asking for macro count and I don’t have an answer.
Classic fall and winter fare, your chili looks So inviting!! Easy and quick, I am anxious to give a whirl!
This is so lovely! I can’t have beans anymore either, and all of these flavors are just fantastic – won’t miss the beans at all!
I made something similar and it always turns out so delicious and flavorful! Love the addition of all the spices. I bet you don’t even miss the beans!
This looks so hearty! I bet the beef stock gives it such a delicious flavor.
Beautiful photos!! I just finished dinner, but I still want a bowl of this savory comfort food! I will love this recipe; thank you!
My husband loves chili and it looks like I will be making this for him! I like how quick and straightforward this recipe is – everything we need in one pot!
This is my kind of chili! I’ve never been that much of a fan of kidney beans, but I love chili, so why not just leave them out!
Love all the flavor and color in this recipe. Simply gorgeous!
I love these simple ingredients. The weather has definitely cooled down here and this looks like a perfect dish to add to our menu this week!
I’m with you! I love Chili any way — with beans or without.. with beef or chicken or turkey. This is a super recipe and looks so flavour-packed. These herb/spice ingredients pack a health punch too! Thanks!
Thank you for sharing this. My mom made this for years, but I couldn’t find the recipe. You wouldn’t believe how hard it is to find a simple, no bean chili recipe w/o extra stuff like balsamic, worcestire sauce, etc. Ugh. This is just what I wanted. It’s simplicity makes it so versatile – I use the leftovers as burrito / enchilada filling, nacho topping, for chili dogs. If u have folks that like beans u can always serve some on the side. For those who can’t tolerate beans, I use black eyed peas – their smoky flavor goes great w chili. Thanks again 🙂
I like my chili with just a bit more zip. I added more salt to my bowl and it was perfect. When I make it again I think I’ll double the salt AMT you recommend for this recipe. But it is definitely delicious! Thanks!
I’m a heavy salter myself but I try to not to go too heavy in recipes and instead let people add more to reflect their personal tastes. So happy you enjoyed it!
Tried this last night. Believe it or not, it’s very similar to a beef Stew recipe I make minus the tomato paste. My Stew uses roasted poblano peppers so I used that in place of the bell peppers. Best “no beans” chili recipe on the web! You rock Girl!!
Just won 3rd place at a chili cook off with this recipe. I added 1&1/2 cup diced celery & put it with cooked meat in the crockpot on high for 3 hrs. I don’t even like chili and I loved this one! I made both the turkey and a separate ground beef and preferred the ground beef, turkey was really good too! Thanks!
Just checking 4 Tbs of minced garlic? That seems like a lot. I’m not a garlic hater by any means, I just don’t want to ruin your recipe.
I’ve got this simmering on the stove right now and it smells amazing! I used your recipe but for the spices I used a secret blend from a friend of mine. I might also add beans to half for my SO. Is this chili supposed to be very liquidy? I might keep mine simmering for another hour to reduce the liquid.
Thanks for the outline. With some tweaks/substitutions–due to ingredient lackings– I made a pretty serviceable chili. And thanks for limiting the salt up front. Why on earth would we want the same thing we can get from Hormel out of a can! I put a heaping spoon of corn starch in some beef stock to thicken it up.
Wow. Tried it and is amazing. Will be making this again!
Yum!! I sautéed the garlic, then added the peppers, onions and mushrooms (my family loves mushrooms!) and the meat. Then put it in a crockpot to finish while the kids took their nap and voila! Dinner is ready! I love the beef stock touch!
Perfect!!
I used taco meat instead of ground beef and beef base in place of beef broth, it just stepped up the flavor up a couple levels. Next time I might add some bay leaves.
Is this spicy?