Three Bean Chili | Great Freezer Meal

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Three Bean Chili | Great Freezer Meal

A three-bean chili that’s perfect to enjoy cuddled up under a blanket by the fire.  A family favorite,  this is comfort food at it’s best.  So, let’s warm up to a bowl of chili and reminisce of years gone by.

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Three-Bean ChiliChili is one of the fall and winter dishes that you can’t go wrong with.  Whether you like it with a bite or a little more on the mild side (that’s me), it’s pure comfort food!  I love how the aroma of this three-bean chili fills the house as it simmers.  And I certainly can remember many winters where we enjoyed family dinners together over a bowl (or two) or chili.

Growing up it was always served with cheddar cheese and cornbread.  In addition to that, I remember some friends in college proposing that we add sour cream.  I thought that was the craziest idea.  However, it ended up being delicious.  And now it’s a staple when I’m serving this three-bean chili in my home.

Bowl of Three Bean Chili

Can you freeze chili?

Yes, you can freeze chili.  Be sure that the chili is placed in an airtight container or strong, heavy-duty freezer bags.

How long does cooked chili last in the freezer?

Properly stored, chili can be frozen for up to 4 to 6 months.  It’s best used within that time frame; however, it will remain safe to eat beyond that time.  

Other chili recipes to try:
Slow Cooker Sausage and Sweet Potato Chili
Three-Bean WW Chili (Zero Points)
White Chicken Chili

So tell me, how do you like your chili?  With Fritos? Cheese and sour cream? Hot or Mild?

This three-bean chili recipe is incredibly delicious and super easy to make.  Consequently, I usually double the recipe and freeze leftovers.   Guess what’s simmering on my stove right now? (wink-wink).  Enjoy.

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Three-Bean Chili

Servings 8 servings

Ingredients

  • 2 teaspoons vegetable oil
  • 1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef or ground turkey
  • 1 small onion
  • 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1 can 16 ounces pinto or red kidney beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 can 15.5 ounces fava, lime or butter beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 can 15.5 ounces chick-pea (garbanzo), rinsed and drained
  • 1 can 14.5 ounces tomatoes, diced or crushed
  • 1 can 15 ounces Spanish style tomato sauce
  • 2 tablespoons tomato chili sauce or ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder or to taste
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  • Heat oil in a large pan or Dutch oven. Add beef or turkey, onion and garlic; cook over high heat, stirring to break up large pieces, until beef loses its pink color.
  • Add remaining ingredients, bring to boil; reduce heat.
  • Cover, stirring occasionally. Simmer 1-1/2 hours until meat is tender and flavors have blended.

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Comments

  2. Denise @ Go Cheap or Go Home says

    I made chili yesterday; I think it is our new Halloween night Chili. I accidentally opened a can of pinto beans instead of kidney, so we had kidney, pinto and black- a three bean chili by accident. I love mine with tortilla chips or fritos and Greek Yogurt instead of Sour Cream

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    • Kelly Rowe says

      Thanks for stopping by Denise! I’m going to have to give the tortilla chips/fritos and greek yogurt…sounds interesting and I like to shake things up. 🙂 xo.

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  4. Tisa says

    This is on my stove now. 🙂 added one more can of Tom sauce cuz I like it saucy. Hopefully my 2 yr old will eat it!

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  8. Deb @ Kneaded Creations says

    Hi Kelly! Bean soup is just one of those things that makes fall my favorite season- especially if I have cornbread with it! just popping over from the Marvelous Mondays Link Party. I have pinned, liked and tweeted, and g+-ed. I would love it if you would drop by my site at http://www.kneadedcreations.com for a short visit! I will look forward to seeing you there! Deb @ Kneaded Creations.

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