Description
A hearty bowl of chili featuring ground beef, beans, and a mix of spices, perfect for comforting meals any time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 large onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20 or leaner)
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp cayenne (optional)
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- 1 can (6 oz) tomato paste
- 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes (fire-roasted if possible)
- 2 cups beef broth (low-sodium preferred)
- 1 can (15 oz) red kidney beans, drained & rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained & rinsed
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Sauté diced onion for 3–4 minutes until soft.
- Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
- Brown ground beef, breaking it up for 5–7 minutes.
- Stir in chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, cayenne, salt & pepper. Cook for 1 minute.
- Mix in tomato paste and cook for 1 minute.
- Add diced tomatoes and beef broth, stirring well.
- Add beans and stir again.
- Simmer uncovered for 30–40 minutes, stirring occasionally until thickened.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary.
- Serve hot with your favorite toppings.
Notes
Chili tastes even better the next day, making it great for meal prep or leftovers. Adjust spice levels to your liking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: chili, ground beef, comfort food, one-pot meal, easy recipe