Home Recipe for Waffle House Chili
Bring the comforting, hearty flavors of a Waffle House classic straight to your kitchen with this irresistible home recipe for Waffle House Chili. Bursting with rich, savory goodness, this chili combines tender ground beef, sweet diced onions, and a robust medley of spices like chili powder, cumin, and paprika for an authentic taste. Simmered to perfection with crushed tomatoes, kidney beans, and a splash of beef broth, this dish strikes the perfect balance of smoky depth and subtle sweetness, thanks to a touch of tomato paste and sugar. Ready in just over an hour, this chili makes a satisfying meal on its own or serves as the ultimate topping for chili dogs, loaded fries, and more. Perfect for cozy nights and game-day gatherings, it’s a go-to recipe you’ll crave again and again.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground beef (80/20 blend)
- 1 medium Yellow onion, finely diced
- 2 tbsp Tomato paste
- 2 cups Beef broth
- 1 cup Crushed tomatoes (canned)
- 1 cup Kidney beans (canned, drained)
- 2 tbsp Chili powder
- 1 tsp Ground cumin
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 1 tsp Paprika
- 1 tsp Sugar
- 1 tsp Hot sauce (optional)
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 1 tbsp Vegetable oil
Instructions
Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up into small pieces with a wooden spoon. Drain any excess fat if needed.
Add the diced onion to the pot and cook for 3-4 minutes, or until softened.
Stir in the tomato paste and cook for an additional minute to caramelize it slightly.
Pour in the beef broth and stir to deglaze the bottom of the pot, scraping up any browned bits.
Add the crushed tomatoes, kidney beans, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, paprika, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine all the ingredients evenly.
If desired, add hot sauce for a spicier chili.
Bring the chili to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer uncovered for about 45 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Taste and adjust seasonings as needed before serving.
Serve hot as a standalone dish or as a topping for hot dogs, fries, or other comfort foods.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
421 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 27.1 g | 35% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.7 g | 48% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 80 mg | 27% | |
| Sodium | 1273 mg | 55% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 19.7 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.8 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.8 g | ||
| Protein | 24.7 g | 49% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 70 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 5.0 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 716 mg | 15% | |
*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.
