Full Flavor Amazing Chili
Get ready to wow your taste buds with this Full Flavor Amazing Chili, a hearty and satisfying dish perfect for weeknight dinners or game day gatherings. Packed with a bold combination of ground beef or turkey, tender kidney and black beans, and aromatic spices like smoked paprika, chili powder, and cumin, this chili is a symphony of robust flavors. Each bite is layered with the richness of diced tomatoes, the subtle sweetness of a touch of sugar, and a kick of cayenne pepper for just the right amount of heat. Simmered to perfection in a savory broth, this one-pot wonder is easy to prepare in just over an hour. Top it off with fresh cilantro, sour cream, or shredded cheddar cheese for the ultimate comfort food experience. Whether you're craving a cozy meal or cooking for a crowd, this chili delivers maximum flavor with minimal effort.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef or turkey
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
- 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 28 ounces diced tomatoes (with juices)
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 15 ounces kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 15 ounces black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup beef or chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- optional sour cream (for serving, optional)
- optional shredded cheddar cheese (for serving, optional)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
Add the ground beef or turkey and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon as it cooks. Drain any excess fat if necessary.
Stir in the diced onion, green bell pepper, and garlic. Cook for 5 minutes, until the vegetables are softened.
Add the diced tomatoes (with juices), tomato paste, kidney beans, black beans, and broth. Stir to combine.
Stir in chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, cayenne pepper, salt, black pepper, and sugar.
Bring the chili to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer uncovered for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Taste the chili and adjust seasoning with additional salt or spices as needed.
Stir in the fresh cilantro right before serving.
Serve hot with optional toppings like sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, or even avocado slices.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2698 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 140.5 g | 180% | |
| Saturated Fat | 50.8 g | 254% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 408 mg | 136% | |
| Sodium | 5646 mg | 245% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 221.0 g | 80% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 67.4 g | 241% | |
| Total Sugars | 45.8 g | ||
| Protein | 147.3 g | 295% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 842 mg | 65% | |
| Iron | 39.0 mg | 217% | |
| Potassium | 6156 mg | 131% | |
*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.
