Campfire Trail Chili — Easy, Hearty Off-Road Meal

This is the easiest campfire chili recipe for a quick meal around the fire with friends! Delicious, filling, and customizable, it will be a big win with your camping or trail riding buddies.

What you’ll need:

• Cast Iron Skillet or Pan
• Portable Campfire Grill Grate
• Heat Resistant Gloves
• Lid Lifter
• Long Handle Spoon

🔥 Campfire Trail Chili

There’s nothing like a warm pot of chili after a long day on the trail. This recipe is simple, filling, and made for UTV adventurers who cook with fire (or portable stoves).

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 25 minutes mins

Servings: 4 people

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Calories: 420

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 1 lb ground beef or turkey
• 1 can kidney beans drained and rinsed
• 1 14.5 oz diced tomates
• 1 small onion chopped
• 1 packet chili seasoning
• 1/2 cup water
• Optional shredded cheese, green onions, crackers

Equipment

• 1 cast-iron skillet or pan

Method

 

1. Heat your cast-iron skillet or pot over medium flame
2. Brown the mean and drain excess fat
3. Add onions and cook until soft
4. Stir in tomatoes, beans, chili seasoning, and water
5. Simmer for 15-20 minutes until thickened
6. Serve hot and (optional) top with cheese, green onion, crackers

Notes

Trail Tip:
This chili reheats beautifully — store leftovers in a sealed container and warm it on your next camp morning.