Stove Top Chili Recipe with Tomato Juice (2024)

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If you love an easy chili recipe, the gods of the interwebs have landed you in the right place. This stove top chili recipe with tomato juice comes together in less than two hours. This easy stove chili recipe can be frozen to use on a hectic evening in the future – which is something I do a few times a year!

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I found this recipe around 15 years ago at allrecipes.com. I have since tweaked it a bit, but there really wasn’t much tweaking to do in all honesty. This easy stove top chili recipe with tomato juice is perfect can’t get much more perfect!

Worthy of a Chili Cook-Off

It’s funny how many different ways chili can be prepared, huh? There are basic chili recipes, spicy chili recipes, meatless chili recipes, beanless chili recipes, and tomato-y chili recipes. I would say this chili recipe with tomato juice is both spicy and tomato-y. The tomato juice gives the chili a kick. It is the main chili I make.

Admittedly, the chili didn’t win our neighborhood chili cook-off this last year, but I haven’t given up hope! I know a win is in the future for this yummy chili! We had around 12 entries, and they were all quite good. You can’t win them all! But my cousin used this recipe in her church cook-off in Massachusetts this year and WON!

It’s been in my editorial calendar to write a post on hosting a neighborhood chili cook off. It’s a lot of work, but it is so much to do! I’m always curious what other neighborhoods are doing to bring people together during the changing seasons. If you have any fun ideas, please pop them into the comments below!

Back to the chili…

Simple Steps to Delicious Stove Chili

First, you simply brown some ground beef with onions and peppers in a large stock pot. Drain the meat and add the meat back to the pot.

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Next, it’s time to add in the tomato base, the beans, and the seasonings. The concoction will turn a bright red color due to the bright red tomato juice and tomato sauce.

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Set it to boil on medium-high heat. Once this stove top chili has reached a full boiling stage, it’s time to turn it down to a simmer for around one and a half hours.

This chili thickens upon standing. And it is even more superb on the second day – as many chili recipes are!

What to Serve with this Easy Stove Top Chili with Tomato Juice

Of course, like with any chili, you can change the base to reflect the ingredients you prefer. I love to make this easy chili recipe to serve with tamales, rice, or on top of Fritos for Frito chili pie.

Of course, it’s great with a cornbread muffin on the side, too!

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This is one deee-lish and easy stove chili recipe!

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Easy Stove Top Chili Recipe with Tomato Juice

This easy stove top chili recipe with tomato juice is perfect to make on the stove top on a chilly fall or winter day!

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 1 hour hr 30 minutes mins

Total Time 1 hour hr 50 minutes mins

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Servings 8 servings

Calories 426 kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cup Onions chopped
  • 1/2 cup Green bell peppers chopped
  • 2 lbs Ground beef
  • 48 oz Tomato juice
  • 29 oz Tomato sauce
  • 1 can Dark red kidney beans drained, 16 oz
  • 1 can Light red kidney beans drained, 16 oz
  • 1/8 tsp Red pepper
  • 1/2 tsp White sugar
  • 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 tsp Black pepper
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 1/2 tsp Cumin or roasted cumin
  • 1/4 cup Chili powder

Instructions

  • In large stockpot, brown ground beef and onions and peppers.

  • Drain.

  • Return the beef to the stockpot. Add the tomato juice, tomato sauce, beans, and seasonings.

  • Bring to a boil.

  • Reduce to low and simmer for 1 1/2 hours or so.

  • Serve with Fritos, cornbread, rice, or tamales.

Nutrition

Calories: 426kcalCarbohydrates: 29gProtein: 26gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 81mgSodium: 1151mgPotassium: 1365mgFiber: 9gSugar: 13gVitamin A: 3448IUVitamin C: 49mgCalcium: 107mgIron: 6mg

Keyword beef chili, chili, stovetop chili

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  1. Tomi C

    This is definitely chili weather. I used to make it all the time on the stove but now I usually use my crockpot. I will have to try out your recipe. Looks delicious and easy.

    • The Gifted Gabber

      Thanks so much, Tomi! Yes, this one is great either way! Happy weekend to you!

Stove Top Chili Recipe with Tomato Juice (2024)

FAQs

Can you use tomato juice instead of tomato sauce? ›

In a pinch, Tomato Juice can be a substitution for tomato sauce. Obviously, the juice is much thinner than the sauce. You could either simmer it down, add some tomato paste to thicken it or decrease other liquids in your recipe.

What does brown sugar do to chili? ›

The brown sugar gave it a sweet/tangy flavor that reminded me of BBQ-sauce! Th chili was so good - it was hard to stop eating it! I did had some extra veggies (1 cl. garlic, 1 celery stalk, 1 carrot, 1 bell pepper, 1 hot pepper) and used a can of diced tomatoes rather than tomato juice.

How long should chili simmer on the stove? ›

Add diced tomatoes, tomato juice, ketchup, beans, brown sugar, chili powder, garlic salt, pepper, paprika, cumin and cayenne. Simmer: Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring, then reduce the heat and simmer over medium-low heat for at least one hour, or up to 3 hours, stirring occasionally.

How does Martha Stewart make chili? ›

Add chili powder, cocoa, and tomato paste; cook until fragrant, about 2 minutes more. Add tomatoes, broth, and cooked beef. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, partially covered, until thickened slightly, 25 to 30 minutes. Season with salt and pepper; serve with sour cream and chives.

What can I use if I don't have tomato sauce for chili? ›

Substitute Tomato Paste For Tomato Sauce

If you have a can of tomato paste in your pantry, you are in luck—this is the best substitution for tomato sauce. All you need is the tomato paste and water. Mix together 1 part tomato paste and 1 part water until well blended.

How much tomato sauce equals tomato juice? ›

Tomato Sauce Substitute for Tomato Juice

Mix one part tomato sauce and one part water until well blended. For example, 1/2 cup tomato sauce and 1/2 cup water to make 1 cup tomato juice. This alternative will give you a very close approximation of what you will get with canned tomato juice.

What liquid is best for chili? ›

Chili cooks low and slow, so you need enough liquid to tenderize the meat and keep everything from drying out. That liquid should also add flavor to the chili, so use chicken, beef, or vegetable stock, or beer.

Should you add a pinch of sugar to chili? ›

The chili tastes completely different without the brown sugar so if you like a subtle sweetness in your chili then you've just got to go for it! Trust me, it will not make your chili taste like candy. It's all about balance between spicy, smoky, and sweet.

Why do you put honey in chili? ›

The honey helps balance all the spicy flavors without being overly sweet and plays well with the fruity flavor of the habanero peppers. As written, the honey only adds a hint of sweetness, but feel free to increase the amount of honey to make it sweeter.

What can you not put in chili? ›

Chili's Popularity and Recipe Adaptations

The ICS defines Traditional Red Chili as "any kind of meat, or combination of meats, cooked with red chili peppers, various spices, and other ingredients. Beans and non-vegetable fillers such as rice and pasta are not allowed."

Is Chilli better in crockpot or stove? ›

Chili is perhaps the ideal slow-cooker dish because its flavor improves with a long, slow simmer. This makes a big batch, perfect for a cold-weather get-together, but if you're making it for a smaller group, the leftovers freeze well.

Should chili be thick or soupy? ›

Traditionally, we expect a robust, spicy base, meat and/or beans, perhaps some bonus veggies, and a thick, rich consistency. Unlike soups, which are brothy, or even bisques, which are creamy yet thinner, chili is meant to be more stew-like; it's a definite stick-to-your-ribs creation.

What is the trick to a good chili? ›

Rumi Spice's top tips for making chili:
  1. Brown the Meat.
  2. Don't Forget Vegetables.
  3. Elevate with Extra Flavor.
  4. Only Add Flavorful Liquids.
  5. Opt for Dried Beans.
  6. Season Early and Often.
  7. Add Some Acidity at the End.
  8. Top It Off.

How do you make chili taste richer? ›

I like to give my chili a little more complexity, so I'll often add canned chipotle chili peppers, a touch of cinnamon or Chinese 5 spice, chocolate and cilantro or coriander. A few other flavor boosting ingredients could be: smoked sausage, grilled corn kernels, coffee, beer or roasted tomatoes.

Why do people put baking soda in chili? ›

According to the magazine's food experimenters, the baking soda treatment will definitely keep the meat tender and juicy when cooked.

Can you use tomato juice for cooking? ›

Reserve the fresh juices in a non-plastic container (the tomato juice will stain plastic containers), refrigerate and use within a day or two. Use the juice to make Spanish or Mexican rice. Make gazpacho and add it to the soup. Throw it into a pot of meatballs or sausages that are simmering in sauce.

Can I use V8 instead of tomato sauce? ›

Substituting V8 juice for tomato sauce in recipes is a practical solution when tomato sauce is unavailable or someone desires a variation in taste and nutritional content. V8 juice, a blend of vegetables including tomatoes, provides a different flavor profile and can contribute to the complexity of the dish.

Is tomato juice as good as fresh tomatoes? ›

If you have an all-natural juice or make your own tomato juice, then the benefits between tomatoes and tomato juice are nearly identical.

Can you substitute tomato juice? ›

Yes, you can substitute tomato juice with an equal amount of canned or fresh tomato puree, tomato sauce, or a combination of tomato paste and water.

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