Our 17 Very Best Chili Recipes

The Best chili recipes for your game day meal!

Whether you're looking for a classic beef chili, a crockpot or Instant Pot chili, or something a bit more off the beaten path, here are all of our very best, very favorite chili recipes to keep you warm all Fall long!

Best Toppings for Chili

A bowl of chili just isn't complete without some toppings, don't you think? Here are some suggestions for your table:

Shredded cheese -- a definite MUST!
Sour cream
Diced avocado
Diced red onion
Sliced green onions
Chopped cilantro
Tortilla chips

What to Serve With Chili

Looking for some ideas for what to serve alongside your chili? Wedges of Southern cornbread or garlic knots are an excellent choice. If you'd like to balance your chili with some greens, then mix up a giant bowl of Caesar Salad and let guests help themselves.

How to Store and Freeze Chili

Chili, just like most stews, is almost always better the day after its made, so feel free to plan ahead with this one! Your chili will keep in the fridge for about five days and can be reheated over low heat on the stovetop.

If you happen to have some chili leftover after your party, it freezes very well. Pack it into freezer containers or bags, and freeze for up to three months. Thaw overnight in the fridge, or just reheat the frozen chili straight from the freezer.

Chili Con Carne

Elise Bauer

Chili con Carne! With chunks of chuck roast, browned in bacon fat and cooked with red kidney beans, red chili and chipotle chili, onion, garlic, jalapeños, tomatoes, and lime juice. Top with grated cheddar and chopped red onion. So GOOD!

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Best Beef Chili

Sally Vargas

Everyone needs a recipe for classic beef chili. Make this one your go-to! It's made with corn, peppers, tomatoes, and beans, and makes enough to freeze for later!

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Instant Pot Beef Chili

Coco Morante

Instant pot beef chili recipe is ready in under an hour! This version is made with green peppers, onions, celery, ground beef, and tomatoes. Top with shredded cheese and sliced green onions, and serve some cornbread on the side.

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Easy No-Bean Chili

Nick Evans

Chili, without the beans—just beef, tomatoes, onions, and lots of great spices. Make it ahead, freeze the leftovers, eat it for days.

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Chili Beans with Rice

Elise Bauer

Chili beans are a quick way to get your chili fix! They're ready in under 45 minutes and are great served over rice for an easy weeknight meal. This version is made with ground beef and pinto beans.

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Turkey Chili (with Leftover Turkey)

Elise Bauer

This easy Turkey Chili is a great way to use up turkey leftovers from Thanksgiving and Christmas! Make it with shredded turkey (dark or white meat), kidney beans, onion, garlic, and tomatoes.

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Black Bean Turkey Chili

Elise Bauer

Here's an EASY chili recipe to add to your list! It's made with black beans and ground turkey, and only takes 15 minutes to throw together. Make it to warm you up on a chilly winter day or for your next Super Bowl party!

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Easy Slow Cooker Chicken Chili

Emma Christensen

Beef isn't the only option when it comes to chili. We love a good white chicken chili or chile verde made with pork!

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Chile Verde

Elise Bauer

Authentic Mexican pork chile verde! with chunks of pork shoulder slow cooked in a roasted tomatillo and jalapeno chile verde sauce. So good!

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White Chicken Chili

Elise Bauer

This easy White Chicken Chili is like a milder, calmer cousin to Texas beef chili. Make it with canned or dry beans, and add extra chili peppers for more heat if you like! Keeps well and freezes well.

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Easy Green Chicken Chili

Nick Evans

This is a quick, delicious, and kid-friendly soup option! Make it with fresh-roasted, frozen, or jarred Hatch chiles and rotisserie chicken. We love to top our version with sliced avocados and tortilla chips!

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Buffalo Chicken Chili

Aaron Hutcherson

This Buffalo Chicken Chili recipe is the best of two classics: buffalo chicken wings and chili!. Top your bowl with tortilla chips, green onions, sour cream, cheese, and extra hot sauce for an added extra kick.

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Pressure Cooker White Chicken Chili

Coco Morante

This White Chicken Chili is proof that chili doesn't have to be red and beefy to be delicious. Plus, this version is ready in a fraction of the time thanks to the pressure cooker!

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Easy Vegetarian Chili

Alison Bickel

With a well-stocked pantry, this Vegetarian Chili is an easy weeknight meal! Let it simmer while you set the table, unload the dishwasher, or relax on the couch. Loaded with beans, tomatoes, and spices, it's a good one to add to your chili rotation.

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Spicy Vegetarian Chili

Elise Bauer

The BEST Vegetarian Chili! Make it with eggplant, plum tomatoes, onion, garlic, zucchini, bell peppers, jalapeños, white beans, kidney beans, and cilantro. You won't miss the meat!

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Cincinnati Chili

Alison Conklin

Authentic Cincinnati Chili is a meaty, rich, and uniquely spiced chili from (you guessed it!) Cincinnati, Ohio. It's served over hot spaghetti with your choice of toppings. Don’t forget the cheese and oyster crackers!

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Pumpkin Chili

Aaron Hutcherson

Pumpkin Chili! Made with chunks of pumpkin, ground pork, black beans, a bottle of beer, and plenty of spices. Ready in under an hour. Even better the next day.

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