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Chili is warm, comforting, and filling, but it requires a fair amount of chopping and simmering to build those complex flavors. So canned options offer a cheap and convenient way to enjoy the classic meal.

I reviewed five kinds of canned chili -- Hormel, Wolf Brand, Amy's, Campbell's Chunky, and the Campbell's brand Well Yes -- to find the best option.

I decided to compare versions with beans for consistency's sake, and I heated up each chili in the microwave following the instructions on the respective cans.