Chili Con Carne with Beans
Warm up your weeknight dinners with this hearty and flavor-packed Chili Con Carne with Beans! This classic recipe combines tender ground beef, rich diced tomatoes, and a medley of kidney and black beans, all simmered together with aromatic spices like chili powder, cumin, and paprika for a bold and smoky kick. With just 15 minutes of prep, this one-pot wonder is ready in under an hour, making it a perfect choice for busy evenings or cozy family meals. Finish it off with optional toppings like shredded cheddar, sour cream, and fresh cilantro to customize the perfect bowl. Whether you’re hosting a game day gathering or craving some comfort food, this protein-packed chili is a satisfying crowd-pleaser perfect for any occasion.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound ground beef
- 14 ounces diced tomatoes (canned)
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 cup beef broth
- 15 ounces kidney beans (canned, drained and rinsed)
- 15 ounces black beans (canned, drained and rinsed)
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional, for serving)
- 0.5 cup sour cream (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and cook for 3–4 minutes until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground beef. Cook for 6–8 minutes, breaking it into small pieces, until browned and no longer pink. Drain excess fat if necessary.
Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1–2 minutes to deepen the flavor.
Add the diced tomatoes, beef broth, kidney beans, black beans, chili powder, ground cumin, paprika, dried oregano, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. If the chili is too thick, add a splash of beef broth or water to reach your desired consistency.
Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro, shredded cheddar cheese, and a dollop of sour cream if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2966 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 170.7 g | 219% | |
| Saturated Fat | 73.6 g | 368% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 501 mg | 167% | |
| Sodium | 6591 mg | 287% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 201.5 g | 73% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 62.5 g | 223% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.8 g | ||
| Protein | 168.8 g | 338% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 1498 mg | 115% | |
| Iron | 31.7 mg | 176% | |
| Potassium | 5448 mg | 116% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
