Our Best Chili Recipes

A generous handful of corn chips is the crunchy accent on this classic family-style chili. We've updated the method: It takes only 10 minutes to simmer and blend flavors of beef, onions, tomato, jalapeno chiles, and beans.

This beef chili packs a two-tomato wallop with both dried and canned tomatoes. Crushed red pepper adds bite, balanced by mild and sweet red and green chiles. Golden raisins are another element of surprise.

To tempt the serious chili-head, this recipe is all meat, no means. It's a mix of lean ground beef and thick-cut bacon simmered in garlic-laden broth. Just before serving, top with cheddar slices.

With fresh Southwest flavor, this chili is made with spicy chorizo. Carrots, peppers, and grape tomatoes bring a lighter touch. Corn hominy is a tasty stand-in for beans.

Dried plums sweeten and thicken the mix while balancing the spiciness in this all-time favorite recipe.

To make this soup budget-friendly and hearty, opt for turkey. A pinch of cayenne delivers mild heat, while shredded Monterrey jack and sour cream enrich the white-bean broth.

Cilantro, spinach, Edamame, and green onions send a healthy message, while sparking fresh flavor. A jar of salsa verde is a timesaving substitute that makes this chili unique.

Cayenne and chili powder add heat to the mix of chicken-apple sausage, butternut squash, and Granny Smith apples. Ladle it onto a bed of polenta for a satisfying one-dish dinner.

Pumpkin adds an autumnal twist to this zesty chili filled with veggies and beef.

Red lentils blend right in with classic chili ingredients such as diced tomatoes, kidney beans, and chopped veggies in this hearty, meatless dish.

Venison -- which has a woody, almost fruity flavor -- is combined with veggies and seven spices to create a knockout chili.

A touch of chocolate adds richness to this zesty pork and two-bean chili.

Spicy chili powder, chunky salsa, and smoky barbecue sauce add heat to this meaty chili.

This five-ingredient chili packs lots of flavor -- and it's so simple to make.

Unusual ingredients, such as smoked paprika, plums, cloves, and bittersweet chocolate, give a standby recipe a conversation-worthy twist.

Hominy, chicken, and great Northern beans create a tantalizing trio in this jazzed up white chili. For an added spark of flavor, dress up each serving with green salsa, tortilla chips, and cilantro.

For a chili that's sure to satisfy the meat lovers in your family, try this recipe: It combines beef and bacon. Mix your classic cheddar topper with fresh oregano for a new twist.

What makes this chili so rich and thick? Crushed tortilla chips! They're stirred into the chili's base to create a lusciously creamy texture -- and amazing flavor.

Garden-fresh pumpkin, dried cranberries, jalapeno peppers, and turkey add a pleasing twist to slow-simmering chili.

Lime juice and luscious slices of fresh mango give this delightful pork-and-white-bean chili an unexpectedly sweet twist.

It doesn't get much easier than this 5-ingredient dinner. Ground pork and pineapple salsa make it outstanding.

Rich, chunky, and filled with fabulous flavor, this traditional chili is a classic for a reason! Add an extra sprinkle of cheese and a dollop of sour cream for a smooth finish.

Creamy avocado and fresh cilantro brighten this hearty chili recipe. Bottled salsa adds a zesty kick.

If you can't decide between tacos and chili for dinner, why not have both? This easy 5-ingredient recipe marries all the goodness of tacos with hearty chili.

Beer adds a tangy nuance to this turkey chili recipe. Sprinkle Monterey Jack cheese on top for a bit of zing.

Topped with tender dumplings, this chili has everything you need cooked right in -- beans, veggies, and corn bread!

Serve up your chili like they do in Cincinnati -- heaped over swirls of spaghetti and topped with oodles of onions and cheese.