Chili Plain and Simple but Darn Good
Get ready to cozy up with a hearty bowl of "Chili Plain and Simple but Darn Good," a no-fuss recipe that delivers bold, comforting flavors with minimal effort. This classic chili features perfectly seasoned ground beef, tender kidney beans, and diced tomatoes simmered with aromatic spices like chili powder, smoked paprika, and cumin. Ready in under an hour, it’s the perfect go-to dish for a quick family dinner or game day feast. The recipe is versatile and can be topped with shredded cheddar, sour cream, or fresh cilantro for a personalized touch. With only 15 minutes of prep time and easy-to-find ingredients, this chili truly lives up to its name—plain, simple, and downright delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium (diced) yellow onion
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes
- 15 ounces (drained and rinsed) canned kidney beans
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 cup beef broth
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.5 cup (optional, for garnish) shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.25 cup (optional, for garnish) sour cream
- 2 tablespoons (optional, chopped for garnish) fresh cilantro
Instructions
Heat a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the olive oil and allow it to warm up for a few seconds.
Add the diced onion to the pot and sauté until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the ground beef to the pot. Cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until browned and fully cooked, about 8-10 minutes. Drain any excess grease if needed.
Stir in the tomato paste, chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until the beef is fully coated with the spices.
Pour in the beef broth and canned diced tomatoes (with their juices). Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Add the rinsed kidney beans and stir to combine. Lower the heat to medium-low and allow the chili to simmer uncovered for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Taste the chili and adjust seasoning as needed. If it’s too thick, add a splash of beef broth or water to thin it out to your desired consistency.
Once the chili has finished simmering, ladle it into bowls.
Top with optional garnishes such as shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, or fresh cilantro. Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2309 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 140.2 g | 180% | |
| Saturated Fat | 57.8 g | 289% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 399 mg | 133% | |
| Sodium | 5816 mg | 253% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 139.9 g | 51% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 45.7 g | 163% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.1 g | ||
| Protein | 135.0 g | 270% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 890 mg | 68% | |
| Iron | 28.6 mg | 159% | |
| Potassium | 4406 mg | 94% | |
*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.
