Best 7 Weeknight Chili With Rice Recipes

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Welcome to a delightful culinary journey as we explore the best recipe for a weeknight chili with rice, a dish that promises to warm your soul and satisfy your taste buds. With a perfect balance of flavors and textures, this chili is not just a meal; it's an experience that will transform your weeknights into cozy and comforting moments. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a novice in the kitchen, this guide will take you on a step-by-step adventure to create a mouthwatering chili that will become a staple in your weekly menu. Prepare to tantalize your senses and embark on a culinary voyage that will leave you craving more.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

CHILI WITH RICE



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For a different spin on traditional chili, try this nicely seasoned version with rice, corn and ripe olives. "It's really quick to make, and you'll find everything you need for it in your cupboard," assured Margery Bryan of Royal City, Washington.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1 garlic clove, minced
2 to 3 cups tomato juice
1/2 cup uncooked long grain rice
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup frozen corn
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese or Monterey Jack cheese

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, cook the beef, onion, green pepper and garlic over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Add the tomato juice, rice, chili powder, salt and oregano. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until rice is tender. Stir in the beans, corn and olives. Cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until corn is tender., Sprinkle with cheese; cover and cook 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts :

CHILI ON RICE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

3 teaspoons olive oil
1 medium onion, diced
1/2 red pepper, diced
1 large carrot, diced or shredded
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 (15-ounce) can whole or chopped tomatoes
1 cup broth (vegetable, chicken, tomato juice or water)
1 (28-ounce) can black beans
1 ear corn, kernels removed
Coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper
Perfect Microwaveable Rice, recipe follows
2 cups long grain rice
3 1/2 cups water or stock
1 1/2 teaspoons butter or oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium high heat. Add the onions, peppers, carrot, and garlic, cook stirring often, until vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes. Add chili powder and cumin, and cook 1 to 2 minutes more or until they smell delicious.
  • Add the tomatoes, broth, black beans and corn to the pot with the vegetables. Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer. Cook 10 to 20 minutes, until flavors are well combined. Taste and adjust seasonings with salt and pepper.
  • Serve over rice.
  • Place all ingredients in a large glass measuring or any microwave safe bowl. The rice expands during cooking, so be sure to choose a container that is large enough. Microwave on high, uncovered, for 10 minutes. Microwave on medium-low, uncovered, for 15 minutes. Do not stir the rice at any time during the cooking process. Season with salt and fluff with a fork just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 350 calorie, Fat 4 grams, SaturatedFat 0.9 grams, Carbohydrate 67 grams, Fiber 6.7 grams, Protein 12 grams

WEEKNIGHT CHILI WITH RICE



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This flavorful one-pot chili is the perfect comfort food for a cold winter night. With only 9 ingredients and the use of one pot, prep and cleanup is a cinch, making this a quick and easy dinner for busy families to enjoy.

Provided by Jacolyn

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chili Recipes     Beef Chili Recipes

Time 37m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 pounds ground beef
1 onion, diced
2 cups water
1 (5.6 ounce) package Spanish rice mix (such as Knorr® Fiesta Sides™)
1 (1.25 ounce) package chili seasoning mix
2 cups chunky tomato sauce
1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 (15 ounce) can corn, drained
1 cup spicy salsa

Steps:

  • Combine beef and onion in a large, deep skillet over medium-high heat; cook and stir until beef is browned and onion is soft, about 10 minutes. Drain excess grease.
  • Stir water, Spanish rice mix, and chili seasoning into the skillet; mix well to combine. Bring to a boil; reduce heat to medium and simmer, covered, until rice is tender, about 7 minutes. Pour in tomato sauce, kidney beans, corn, and salsa; cook until heated through, about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 376.4 calories, Carbohydrate 31.5 g, Cholesterol 70.4 mg, Fat 17.7 g, Fiber 6.9 g, Protein 25.8 g, SaturatedFat 6.5 g, Sodium 1292.2 mg, Sugar 7 g

SPEEDY WEEKNIGHT CHILI



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Super-easy and great-tasting, this chili makes a big batch of great party fare. I use my food processor to chop up the veggies and cut down on prep time. It's also very tasty and lower in fat when made with ground turkey breast. -Cynthia Hudson, Greenville, South Carolina.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1-1/2 pounds ground beef
2 small onions, chopped
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1 teaspoon minced garlic
2 cans (16 ounces each) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) stewed tomatoes
1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
1 bottle (12 ounces) beer or nonalcoholic beer
1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
1/4 cup chili powder
3/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1/4 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, cook the beef, onions and green pepper over medium heat until meat is no longer pink. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Drain. Add remaining ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 154 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 22mg cholesterol, Sodium 269mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 12g protein.

CHILI-FLAVORED RICE



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Provided by Pierre Franey

Categories     side dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons butter
1/3 cup finely chopped onion
1/3 cup finely chopped scallions or green onions
1/2 cup finely chopped celery
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 cup raw rice
1 1/2 cups fresh or canned chicken broth
Salt to taste if desired
Freshly ground pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Heat 1 tablespoon of the butter in a saucepan and add the onion, scallions, celery and chili powder. Cook, stirring, until wilted.
  • Add rice and stir. Add broth, salt and pepper and bring to a simmer. Cover and cook exactly 17 minutes. Stir in remaining butter and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 245, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams, Carbohydrate 42 grams, Fat 6 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 430 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams

WEEKNIGHT VEGETARIAN CHILI



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Weeknight comfort foods like this one-pan quick chili are a great entryway into eating a more plant-based diet. Switching from a pot to a skillet slashed the cooking time in half for this recipe, and the wider pan surface lets spices and aromatics meld quickly for deep complexity.

Provided by Shira Bocar

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 red onion, finely diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
Kosher salt
2 teaspoons chopped chipotle in adobo
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
3 cups cooked pinto, kidney, or black beans; or 2 cans (each 15 ounces) beans, drained and rinsed, plus 1 cup bean-cooking liquid or water
6 ounces sharp cheddar, grated (1 1/2 cups)
1 avocado, pitted, peeled, and chopped
1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves or small sprigs
Sour cream and blistered corn tortillas, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large straight-sided skillet over medium. Reserve 1/4 cup diced onion; add remaining onion to skillet along with garlic. Season with salt and cook, stirring, until tender, 4 to 6 minutes.
  • Add chipotle, chili powder, cumin, and tomatoes with their juices; cook, stirring, 2 minutes. Add beans and cooking liquid; bring to a simmer. Cook until slightly thickened, 15 to 18 minutes. Season to taste. Sprinkle with cheese, cover, and cook until just melted, about 2 minutes.
  • Remove from heat; top with reserved onion, avocado, and cilantro, and serve with sour cream and tortillas.

WHITE CHICKEN CHILI WITH RICE



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Fresh veggies, roasted chicken, and creamy Knorr® rice make this a quick comfort food on a chilly day.

Provided by Peggianne

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chili Recipes     White Chili Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 14

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 pounds roasted chicken, cut into bite-size pieces
2 (14 ounce) cans fat-free chicken broth
4 cups hot water
1 (15 ounce) can navy beans
2 (5.6 ounce) packages creamy chicken-flavored rice mix (such as Knorr® Rice Sides™)
½ head broccoli, coarsely chopped
2 large carrots, sliced 1/4 inch thick
1 red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch chunks

Steps:

  • Combine chicken, chicken broth, water, navy beans, chicken-flavored rice mix, broccoli, carrots, and red bell pepper in a large Dutch oven. Bring to a boil; reduce heat to low and simmer until broccoli and carrots are tender, about 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 224.8 calories, Carbohydrate 11.3 g, Cholesterol 55.7 mg, Fat 9.7 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 22.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 319.7 mg, Sugar 1.1 g

Tips:

  • Use a variety of beans: Different beans have different flavors and textures, so using a mix will create a more complex and interesting chili. Some good options include kidney beans, black beans, pinto beans, and cannellini beans.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different spices: Chili is a great dish to experiment with different spices, so feel free to add your own favorites. Some good options include chili powder, cumin, oregano, and paprika.
  • Simmer the chili for a long time: The longer you simmer the chili, the more time the flavors will have to develop. Aim for at least 30 minutes, but you can simmer it for longer if you have the time.
  • Serve the chili with your favorite toppings: Chili is a versatile dish that can be served with a variety of toppings. Some good options include sour cream, shredded cheese, diced onions, and chopped cilantro.

Conclusion:

Chili is a hearty, flavorful dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like it mild or spicy, with beans or without, chili is a dish that everyone can enjoy.

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