Description
This classic chili recipe is hearty, flavorful, and easy to make. Packed with ground beef, beans, and a blend of spices, it’s perfect for cozy dinners or game-day gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450g) ground beef
- 1 onion, diced
- 2–3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
- 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
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped green onions
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, salt, and pepper. Cook 1–2 minutes to release flavors.
- Add diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and beans. Stir to combine.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 25–30 minutes.
- Adjust seasoning to taste. Serve hot with optional toppings.
Notes
Simmering longer develops richer flavor. Freeze leftovers for easy future meals.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25–30 minutes
- Category: Soup/Stew
- Method: Stovetop Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: classic chili, beef chili, hearty chili, comfort food, easy chili