Flatlander Chili
Warm up your kitchen with Flatlander Chili, a hearty and flavorful classic that’s perfect for feeding a crowd or cozy weeknight dinners. This robust chili combines two pounds of savory ground beef with tender kidney beans, diced tomatoes, and a smoky blend of spices like chili powder, cumin, and paprika for a rich and satisfying dish. The recipe is easy to make, requiring just 15 minutes of prep and a simmering time that allows the ingredients to meld together beautifully for bold, homestyle flavor. Whether you serve it as-is or garnish with shredded cheese, sour cream, or a sprinkle of green onions, this one-pot wonder is sure to become your go-to chili recipe. Packed with protein and simple pantry staples, Flatlander Chili is the ultimate comfort food that’s both easy and delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 1 large, diced onion
- 4 minced garlic cloves
- 28 ounces (1 large can) diced tomatoes
- 15 ounces (1 can) tomato sauce
- 30 ounces (2 cans, drained and rinsed) kidney beans
- 3 tablespoons chili powder
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoons cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 cup water or beef broth
- 2 tablespoons (optional, for sautéing onions and garlic) olive oil
Instructions
In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat (if using).
Add the diced onion to the pot and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
Add the ground beef to the pot and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks. Drain off any excess fat if necessary.
Stir in the chili powder, ground cumin, paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Cook the spices with the meat for a minute to release their flavors.
Add the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, drained kidney beans, sugar, and water (or beef broth) to the pot. Stir everything together until well combined.
Bring the chili to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 45-60 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking and ensure the flavors meld well.
Taste the chili and adjust the seasoning as needed, adding more salt, pepper, or spices to taste.
Serve hot in bowls with your choice of toppings, such as shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped green onions, or crushed tortilla chips.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
8079 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 343.2 g | 440% | |
| Saturated Fat | 88.0 g | 440% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 642 mg | 214% | |
| Sodium | 36763 mg | 1598% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1036.2 g | 377% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 490.5 g | 1752% | |
| Total Sugars | 703.6 g | ||
| Protein | 387.0 g | 774% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 8091 mg | 622% | |
| Iron | 159.6 mg | 887% | |
| Potassium | 45582 mg | 970% | |
*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.
