Description
This Best Ground Beef Stovetop Chili is a quick, flavorful, and hearty chili made with ground beef, beans, and a perfect blend of spices. Perfect for weeknight dinners or game day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450g) ground beef
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped cilantro
Instructions
- In a large pot, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat. Drain excess fat.
- Add onion, garlic, and bell pepper. Sauté 4–5 minutes until softened.
- Stir in chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, cayenne, salt, and pepper. Cook 1–2 minutes to release flavors.
- Add diced tomatoes and beans. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20–25 minutes.
- Adjust seasoning as needed. Serve hot with optional toppings.
Notes
For a deeper flavor, simmer longer or add a splash of beef broth. Customize with extra vegetables or spice levels to your taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20–25 minutes
- Category: Soup/Stew
- Method: Stovetop Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: ground beef chili, stovetop chili, easy chili, hearty chili, classic chili