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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    12 Cozy Chili Recipes to Warm You Up From the Inside Out

    By Emmeline Kemperyd updated December 12, 2025 · Published January 1, 2026 · Leave a Comment

    These 12 cozy chili recipes are perfect for warming you up on chilly days. Each recipe offers a unique twist on classic flavors, making them easy to prepare and enjoyable for everyone. Whether you prefer meat, beans, or a vegetarian option, there's a chili here to satisfy your cravings.

    4-Ingredient Chili

    Chili.
    Photo credit: The Feathered Nester.

    This chili is a filling and budget-friendly dish that's great for a cozy meal. With only four basic ingredients, it's simple to prepare and really satisfying to eat.

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    Slow Cooker Pineapple Chicken Chili

    Slow Cooker Pineapple Chicken Chili.
    Photo Credit: Swirls of Flavor.,

    A rich and tasty sauce develops as it cooks slowly in the slow cooker. This is an easy way to enjoy a warm and filling chili right at home.

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    Sweet Potato Turkey Chili

    Sweet Potato Turkey Chili {No Beans}
    Photo Credit: Scarlati Family Kitchen.

    Sweet potato turkey chili is a hearty dish perfect for chilly evenings. With ground turkey and sweet potatoes, it offers a satisfying and warming meal. This chili is not only filling but also brings a cozy vibe to your dinner table.

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    Lentil Chili

    Lentil Chili
    Photo Credit: Inquiring Chef.

    Lentil chili is a straightforward dish that brings together smoky and slightly spicy flavors, along with two types of beans and lentils for a filling, plant-based meal. It's perfect for warming you up on a chilly day. Just add your favorite toppings, and it's good to go!

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    Turkey Chili with Wild Rice

    Turkey Chili with Wild Rice
    Photo Credit: Tried and True Recipe.

    Turkey chili with wild rice is a filling meal that will keep you satisfied for hours. It's easy to make and loaded with healthy ingredients. This dish is perfect for chilly days when you want something warm and comforting.

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    Butternut Squash and Black Bean Chili

    Instant Pot Vegan Chili (Butternut Squash and Black Bean Chili)
    Photo Credit: Hey Nutrition Lady.

    This vegan chili comes together quickly in your Instant Pot. Packed with butternut squash, quinoa, black beans, and smoky chipotle peppers, it's a healthy and filling meal that's great for chilly days. It's perfect for warming you up from the inside out.

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    Vegan White Bean Chili

    Vegan White Bean Chili.
    Photo Credit: Ooh Lal La It's Vegan.

    Black garlic chili is full of rich flavors from cannellini beans, fresh vegetables, and a blend of spices. The addition of creamy vegan sour cream gives it a delightful finish. This dish is perfect for warming you up on a chilly day.

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    Easy Pumpkin Black Bean Chili

    Easy Pumpkin Black Bean Chili
    Photo Credit: Tried and True Recipe.

    Pumpkin black bean chili is a simple vegetarian meal loaded with mushrooms. It's a tasty option when you're in the mood for chili that highlights pumpkin. This dish is perfect for warming you up on a chilly day.

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    Black Bean Chili

    Easy Vegetarian Chili Sin Carne with Black Beans
    Photo credit: always use butter

    Chili Sin Carne is full of bold chili flavor and loaded with veggies like zucchini, eggplant, and green bell pepper. It comes together in just 40 minutes, making it a quick and satisfying meal. This dish combines a great mix of flavors and textures, perfect for a cozy night in.

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    Easy Beef Chili

    Easy Beef Chili
    Photo Credit: Tried and True Recipe.

    This beef chili includes carrots, giving it a unique twist while helping you use up any leftover vegetables. It's a great option for those times when you want a filling meal without wasting food. This dish is perfect for chilly days when you need something warm and satisfying.

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    Slow Cooker Hot Chili

    Slow Cooker Hot Chili.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    This chili packs a punch with serrano peppers and is loaded with flavor from crispy bacon. It's perfect for warming you up on chilly days. With its rich taste and satisfying ingredients, this dish is sure to be a hit at the dinner table.

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    Vegan White Chickpea Chili

    Vegan White Chickpea Chili
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie Blog.

    White Chickpea Chili is a tasty vegan version of the traditional white chicken chili. It's loaded with veggies and beans, plus a bit of spice to give it some flavor. The creamy broth, made with coconut milk, vegetable broth, and salsa verde, makes this a great choice for a quick dinner.

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    About Emmeline Kemperyd

    Emmeline Kemperyd is a writer, food blogger, recipe creator and food photographer and the founder of alwaysusebutter.com. She has 20+ years experience creating and simplifying recipes so they taste good, and are quick, easy, and approachable. She is a regular contributor to MSN and her work has been featured by The Guardian, Well+Good, Vulture, SheKnows, Good Men Project, and The Feed Feed, among others.

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