Description
Homemade Mexican Beef Chili is a bold, flavorful chili with tender beef, beans, and traditional Mexican spices. Perfect for cozy dinners or family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450g) ground beef or beef chuck, diced
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1/2 tsp oregano
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped cilantro, lime wedges
Instructions
- In a large pot, brown the beef over medium-high heat and drain excess fat.
- Add onion, garlic, and bell peppers. Sauté for 4–5 minutes until softened.
- Stir in chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, cayenne, oregano, 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 25–30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Adjust seasoning as needed. Serve hot with optional toppings like cheese, sour cream, cilantro, or lime wedges.
Notes
For extra depth, simmer longer or add a splash of beer. For more authentic Mexican flavor, consider adding chopped jalapeños or a pinch of cinnamon.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25–30 minutes
- Category: Soup/Stew
- Method: Stovetop Simmering
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: mexican chili, beef chili, homemade chili, hearty chili, spicy chili