Description
This hearty and classic Ground Beef Chili is the perfect comfort food for a cozy night in. Packed with flavorful spices, beans, and tender beef, this stovetop chili is a crowd-pleaser that’s easy to make and even better the next day.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion (diced)
- 1 green bell pepper (diced)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 pounds ground beef (80/20)
Spices and Seasonings:
- 3 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
Canned Ingredients:
- 2 (15 oz) cans diced tomatoes (with juices)
- 1 (15 oz) can tomato sauce
- 1 (15 oz) can kidney beans (drained and rinsed)
- 1 (15 oz) can pinto beans (drained and rinsed)
Liquid:
- ½ cup beef broth or water
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Sauté onion and bell pepper until softened. Add garlic and cook briefly.
- Brown Beef: Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Add Spices: Stir in chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, pepper, and cayenne. Cook briefly to bloom spices.
- Combine Ingredients: Add diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, beans, and broth. Stir well to combine.
- Simmer: Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 30–45 minutes until thickened.
- Serve: Serve hot with desired toppings like cheese, sour cream, or green onions.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add more cayenne or jalapeño.
- This chili freezes well for up to 3 months. Cool completely before storing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
