WASHINGTON — Spring may be around the corner, but it’s always a good time for chili.
Whether you’re looking to pull something together quickly on a weeknight or have hours to let a flavorful stew simmer, we’ve got you covered.
Scroll through the gallery for some of the best chili recipes from our readers and the experts:
Carl Tremblay/America’s Test Kitchen via AP
Joe Keller/America’s Test Kitchen via AP
Carl Tremblay/America’s Test Kitchen via AP
Carl Tremblay/America’s Test Kitchen via AP
Joe Keller/America’s Test Kitchen via AP
Carl Tremblay/America’s Test Kitchen via AP
![This Nov. 16, 2015 photo shows game day turkey chili in Concord, NH. Everyone has a favorite chili recipe, and this is the time of year to break out yours, invite some friends over and yell at some football players on TV. (AP Photo/Matthew Mead)](https://wtop.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/AP_434293597331-1880x1254.jpg)
AP Photo/Matthew Mead
![This Aug. 26, 2013 photo shows turkey and corn chili with sweet white miso in Concord, N.H. (AP Photo/Matthew Mead)](https://wtop.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/AP_668050088116-836x1254.jpg)
AP Photo/Matthew Mead
![** FOR USE WITH AP WEEKLY FEATURES ** Red Onion Chili is baked in hollowed-out onions. The sweetness of the onion complements the bold flavor of the vegetarian chili topped with cheese. (AP Photo/Larry Crowe)](https://wtop.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/AP_050603018313-1880x1175.jpg)
AP Photo/Larry Crowe
![This Jan. 6, 2014 photo shows chili cornbread pie in Concord, N.H. (AP Photo/Matthew Mead)](https://wtop.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/AP_141740525943-1880x1254.jpg)
AP Photo/Matthew Mead
![In this image taken on January 7, 2013, Mexican beef brisket and winter squash chili is shown served in bowls in Concord, N.H. (AP Photo/Matthew Mead)](https://wtop.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/AP_339044888810-1880x1254.jpg)
AP Photo/Matthew Mead
![** FOR USE WITH AP WEEKLY FEATURES ** Whiteface Mountain Chili, from Kenneth Class at Olympic Sports Complex in Lake Placid, N.Y. will warm you up after a day on the slopes. (AP Photo/Larry Crowe)](https://wtop.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/AP_061119033928-836x1254.jpg)
AP Photo/Larry Crowe
![Corn Bread and Quick Chili are made in short order, for a weeknight meal than can be on the table in half an hour flat. Vegetarian chili is an easy, one-pot meal, and while most great chilies call for at least an hour of simmering, the absence of meat from this recipe speeds things along. (AP Photo/Larry Crowe)](https://wtop.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/AP_050406023866-944x1254.jpg)
AP Photo/Larry Crowe
![** FOR USE WITH AP LIFESTYLES ** Fresh tomatillos are a highlight in Green Chili, shown in this Aug. 23, 2007 photo. The distinctive flavors and hearty texture will not allow you to confuse it with soup, as many quick chilis will. (AP Photo/Larry Crowe)](https://wtop.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/AP_070823037539-1816x1254.jpg)
AP Photo/Larry Crowe
![This undated photo provided by America's Test Kitchen in August 2018 shows a slow-cooker chicken tortilla soup in Brookline, Mass. This recipe appears in the cookbook “Multicooker Perfection.” (Joe Keller/America's Test Kitchen via AP)](https://wtop.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/AP_18247602698564.jpg)
Joe Keller/America’s Test Kitchen via AP
![**FOR USE WITH AP LIFESTYLES** Vegetable-bean Chili with Whole-wheat Couscous is seen in this Oct. 16, 2007 photo. This dish comes together quickly and will hold nicely for 3 days or can be frozen for 3 months. Prepare the couscous fresh whenever you decide to serve this spicy dish. (AP Photo/Larry Crowe)](https://wtop.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/AP_071016053036-1880x1254.jpg)
AP Photo/Larry Crowe
![**FOR USE WITH AP LIFESTYLES** Three-way Cincinnati Chili layers spaghetti, a quick cooking chili and cheese as seen here in this Tuesday, March 25, 2008 photo. The regional favorite is ordered by the number of toppings, with a four way having another topping like onion or beans. (AP Photo/Larry Crowe)](https://wtop.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/AP_080325032524-1880x1254.jpg)
AP Photo/Larry Crowe
![**FOR USE WITH AP LIFESTYLES** Chili-stuffed Potatoes are seen in this Sunday, July 27, 2008 photo. These potato skins can be fun, tasty and quick to the weeknight table. (AP Photo/Larry Crowe)](https://wtop.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/AP_080727032932-1880x1254.jpg)
AP Photo/Larry Crowe
![This Oct. 31, 2011 photo shows winter chili dogs in Concord, N.H. To serve, divide the mashed potatoes between 4 serving plates. Top each with a hot dog, then ladle the beans over them. Top with cheese, sour cream, jalapenos and red onion. (AP Photo/Matthew Mead)](https://wtop.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/AP_111031140515-1880x1254.jpg)
AP Photo/Matthew Mead
![**FOR USE WITH AP LIFESTYLES** Mixed Bean Chili and Brown Rice is seen in this Sunday, Dec. 7, 2008 photo. Mixed Bean Chili and Brown Rice is not only a healthy meal, taking advantage of high fiber, low-fat beans, but is also economical while being filling. (AP Photo/Larry Crowe)](https://wtop.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/AP_081207036013-1880x1254.jpg)
AP Photo/Larry Crowe
![This photo taken July 12, 2009 shows bison chili. Wash down this Bison Chili with an intensly hoppy beer like Green Flash Brewing Co.'s West Coast IPA. (AP Photo/Larry Crowe)](https://wtop.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/AP_090712026013-836x1254.jpg)
AP Photo/Larry Crowe
![This Sept. 29, 2014 photo shows smoky slow cooker vegetarian chili in Concord, N.H. No browning or other pots needed for this dump-and-go vegetarian chili that truly takes just 10 minutes to assemble. (AP Photo/Matthew Mead)](https://wtop.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/AP_952225990471-1880x1254.jpg)
AP Photo/Matthew Mead
![This Nov. 8, 2011 photo shows pumpkin-roasted red pepper chili in Concord, N.H. This recipe uses a blend of ground bison and finely chopped boneless pork ribs, but any blend of lean meats can be used, including ground turkey or beef and chopped steak. This recipe can also be made vegetarian by substituting beans for the meat. (AP Photo/Matthew Mead)](https://wtop.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/AP_111108153086-1880x1254.jpg)
AP Photo/Matthew Mead
![This April 27, 2015 photo shows chili stuffed avocados in Concord, N.H. (AP Photo/Matthew Mead)](https://wtop.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/AP_205950871574-1880x1254.jpg)
AP Photo/Matthew Mead
![This Jan. 19, 2011 photo shows all-or-nothing chili in Concord, N.H. For a day that's all about the rough and tumble, you need a chili that isn't afraid to play hard. (AP Photo/Larry Crowe)](https://wtop.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/AP_110119090907-836x1254.jpg)
AP Photo/Larry Crowe
![This April 28, 2014 photo shows a sweet-and-tangy chili grinder in Concord, N.H. (AP Photo/Matthew Mead)](https://wtop.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/AP_252842524761-1843x1254.jpg)
AP Photo/Matthew Mead
![In this image taken on August 27, 2012, Fire Roasted Tomato and Veggie Chili is shown in a serving dish in Concord, N.H. (AP Photo/Matthew Mead)](https://wtop.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/AP_344261734259-1880x1254.jpg)
AP Photo/Matthew Mead
![This Nov. 16, 2015 photo shows game day turkey chili in Concord, NH. Everyone has a favorite chili recipe, and this is the time of year to break out yours, invite some friends over and yell at some football players on TV. (AP Photo/Matthew Mead)](https://wtop.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/AP_434293597331-260x174.jpg)
![This Aug. 26, 2013 photo shows turkey and corn chili with sweet white miso in Concord, N.H. (AP Photo/Matthew Mead)](https://wtop.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/AP_668050088116-260x174.jpg)
![** FOR USE WITH AP WEEKLY FEATURES ** Red Onion Chili is baked in hollowed-out onions. The sweetness of the onion complements the bold flavor of the vegetarian chili topped with cheese. (AP Photo/Larry Crowe)](https://wtop.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/AP_050603018313-260x174.jpg)
![This Jan. 6, 2014 photo shows chili cornbread pie in Concord, N.H. (AP Photo/Matthew Mead)](https://wtop.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/AP_141740525943-260x174.jpg)
![In this image taken on January 7, 2013, Mexican beef brisket and winter squash chili is shown served in bowls in Concord, N.H. (AP Photo/Matthew Mead)](https://wtop.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/AP_339044888810-260x174.jpg)
![** FOR USE WITH AP WEEKLY FEATURES ** Whiteface Mountain Chili, from Kenneth Class at Olympic Sports Complex in Lake Placid, N.Y. will warm you up after a day on the slopes. (AP Photo/Larry Crowe)](https://wtop.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/AP_061119033928-260x174.jpg)
![Corn Bread and Quick Chili are made in short order, for a weeknight meal than can be on the table in half an hour flat. Vegetarian chili is an easy, one-pot meal, and while most great chilies call for at least an hour of simmering, the absence of meat from this recipe speeds things along. (AP Photo/Larry Crowe)](https://wtop.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/AP_050406023866-260x174.jpg)
![** FOR USE WITH AP LIFESTYLES ** Fresh tomatillos are a highlight in Green Chili, shown in this Aug. 23, 2007 photo. The distinctive flavors and hearty texture will not allow you to confuse it with soup, as many quick chilis will. (AP Photo/Larry Crowe)](https://wtop.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/AP_070823037539-260x174.jpg)
![This undated photo provided by America's Test Kitchen in August 2018 shows a slow-cooker chicken tortilla soup in Brookline, Mass. This recipe appears in the cookbook “Multicooker Perfection.” (Joe Keller/America's Test Kitchen via AP)](https://wtop.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/AP_18247602698564.jpg)
![**FOR USE WITH AP LIFESTYLES** Vegetable-bean Chili with Whole-wheat Couscous is seen in this Oct. 16, 2007 photo. This dish comes together quickly and will hold nicely for 3 days or can be frozen for 3 months. Prepare the couscous fresh whenever you decide to serve this spicy dish. (AP Photo/Larry Crowe)](https://wtop.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/AP_071016053036-260x174.jpg)
![**FOR USE WITH AP LIFESTYLES** Three-way Cincinnati Chili layers spaghetti, a quick cooking chili and cheese as seen here in this Tuesday, March 25, 2008 photo. The regional favorite is ordered by the number of toppings, with a four way having another topping like onion or beans. (AP Photo/Larry Crowe)](https://wtop.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/AP_080325032524-260x174.jpg)
![**FOR USE WITH AP LIFESTYLES** Chili-stuffed Potatoes are seen in this Sunday, July 27, 2008 photo. These potato skins can be fun, tasty and quick to the weeknight table. (AP Photo/Larry Crowe)](https://wtop.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/AP_080727032932-260x174.jpg)
![This Oct. 31, 2011 photo shows winter chili dogs in Concord, N.H. To serve, divide the mashed potatoes between 4 serving plates. Top each with a hot dog, then ladle the beans over them. Top with cheese, sour cream, jalapenos and red onion. (AP Photo/Matthew Mead)](https://wtop.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/AP_111031140515-260x174.jpg)
![**FOR USE WITH AP LIFESTYLES** Mixed Bean Chili and Brown Rice is seen in this Sunday, Dec. 7, 2008 photo. Mixed Bean Chili and Brown Rice is not only a healthy meal, taking advantage of high fiber, low-fat beans, but is also economical while being filling. (AP Photo/Larry Crowe)](https://wtop.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/AP_081207036013-260x174.jpg)
![This photo taken July 12, 2009 shows bison chili. Wash down this Bison Chili with an intensly hoppy beer like Green Flash Brewing Co.'s West Coast IPA. (AP Photo/Larry Crowe)](https://wtop.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/AP_090712026013-260x174.jpg)
![This Sept. 29, 2014 photo shows smoky slow cooker vegetarian chili in Concord, N.H. No browning or other pots needed for this dump-and-go vegetarian chili that truly takes just 10 minutes to assemble. (AP Photo/Matthew Mead)](https://wtop.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/AP_952225990471-260x174.jpg)
![This Nov. 8, 2011 photo shows pumpkin-roasted red pepper chili in Concord, N.H. This recipe uses a blend of ground bison and finely chopped boneless pork ribs, but any blend of lean meats can be used, including ground turkey or beef and chopped steak. This recipe can also be made vegetarian by substituting beans for the meat. (AP Photo/Matthew Mead)](https://wtop.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/AP_111108153086-260x174.jpg)
![This April 27, 2015 photo shows chili stuffed avocados in Concord, N.H. (AP Photo/Matthew Mead)](https://wtop.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/AP_205950871574-260x174.jpg)
![This Jan. 19, 2011 photo shows all-or-nothing chili in Concord, N.H. For a day that's all about the rough and tumble, you need a chili that isn't afraid to play hard. (AP Photo/Larry Crowe)](https://wtop.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/AP_110119090907-260x174.jpg)
![This April 28, 2014 photo shows a sweet-and-tangy chili grinder in Concord, N.H. (AP Photo/Matthew Mead)](https://wtop.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/AP_252842524761-260x174.jpg)
![In this image taken on August 27, 2012, Fire Roasted Tomato and Veggie Chili is shown in a serving dish in Concord, N.H. (AP Photo/Matthew Mead)](https://wtop.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/AP_344261734259-260x174.jpg)