Description
This Best Beef Chili Recipe is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cozy night in. Packed with ground beef, beans, and a blend of spices, this chili is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
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Chili:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 lbs ground beef
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
- 2 cans (15 oz each) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1½ tablespoons chili powder
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 cup beef broth or water
Instructions
- Heat olive oil: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Cook onion and garlic: Add chopped onion and cook until soft. Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Add ground beef: Cook ground beef until browned, breaking it up with a spoon.
- Combine ingredients: Add bell peppers, tomato paste, tomatoes, beans, broth, and spices. Bring to a simmer.
- Simmer: Reduce heat and simmer for 30–40 minutes until thickened.
- Adjust seasoning: Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve: Serve hot with desired toppings.
Notes
- Chili can be made ahead and tastes better the next day.
- Freeze leftovers for up to 3 months.
- Add corn, jalapeños, or lime juice for a twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1½ cups
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
