Easy Stovetop Taco Chili
Ingredients
- 1 tbspavocado oil
- 2 lbgrass fed ground beef
- 2packets taco seasoning
see notes
- 1 mediumwhite onion
diced
- 1red or green bell pepper
diced
- 1 canpetite fire roasted diced tomatoes
- 1 cantomato sauce
- 1 candiced green chiles
- 2 clovesgarlic
minced
- 16 ozfrozen fire roasted sweet potatoes
see notes
- sour cream
chopped green or red onion, sliced black olives, avocado, guacamole, chopped cilantro, hot sauce, shredded cheddar
Directions
Stovetop directions
- 1
Heat the avocado oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium to medium high heat. Add the ground beef and taco seasoning, cooking until the meat is browned and crumbled into small pieces, about 5 to 7 minutes.
- 2
Stir in the diced onion and bell pepper, and continue to sauté for 2 to 3 minutes or until the vegetables are just softened.
- 3
Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, green chiles, garlic, and sweet potatoes. Bring the mixture to a simmer and continue to cook, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes or until the sweet potatoes are tender.
- 4
Serve hot with your choice of garnishes & enjoy! (Instant Pot & slow cooker instructions in the notes below)
Easy Stovetop Taco Chili
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About this Recipe
Craving the vibrant flavors of taco night but in a comforting, spoonable form? This Easy Stovetop Taco Chili brings together all your favorite taco fixings into one hearty bowl, perfect for a satisfying dinner.
Why This Recipe Works
This isn't just chili; it's a celebration of taco meat, reimagined. By combining savory ground beef with classic taco seasonings, diced onion, and bell pepper, then simmering it with fire roasted tomatoes, green chiles, and even fire roasted sweet potatoes, you create a dish that's both familiar and exciting. It's a clever way to infuse a classic chili with beloved taco flair, packing in extra veggies for a complete meal.
What to Expect
Prepare for a rich, deeply flavored chili that’s bursting with the zesty, savory notes you love from tacos. The ground beef provides a substantial base, while the medley of tomatoes, green chiles, and sweet potatoes adds layers of smoky sweetness and a gentle warmth. Each spoonful delivers a balanced experience, inviting you to load it up with your favorite taco toppings like cool sour cream, creamy avocado, crisp cilantro, and tangy shredded cheddar. It’s a comforting, substantial meal that's perfect for weeknights.
Customization & Variations
Want to adjust the heat? Simply add more or fewer diced green chiles to suit your preference, or finish with a dash of your favorite hot sauce. For an even more robust vegetable profile, consider stirring in a can of drained black beans or corn towards the last few minutes of cooking. If you don't have fire roasted sweet potatoes on hand, regular frozen diced sweet potatoes can be used, though you'll miss a bit of that smoky depth.
Serving & Context
This Easy Stovetop Taco Chili is ideal for a casual family dinner, a cozy night in, or even game day. Set out a build-your-own topping bar with all the suggested fixings—sour cream, chopped green or red onion, sliced black olives, avocado, guacamole, chopped cilantro, hot sauce, and shredded cheddar—and let everyone customize their bowl to perfection.