Homemade Chili

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Warm up your kitchen and your taste buds with this hearty and flavorful Homemade Chili recipe! Packed with perfectly seasoned ground beef, tender beans, and a rich tomato base, this one-pot wonder is a comforting classic that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or game-day gatherings. Aromatic spices like cumin, chili powder, and paprika create a deep, smoky flavor, while a hint of cayenne adds just the right touch of heat. Simmered to perfection with onions, peppers, and a bay leaf, this chili achieves a deliciously robust taste in just over an hour. Serve it steaming hot with your favorite toppings, like melty cheese, tangy sour cream, or fresh cilantro, for a dish that’s as customizable as it is satisfying. Simple to make and loaded with bold flavors, this chili is destined to be your go-to recipe for cozy comfort food!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 15 min
• Cook Time: 1 hr
• Total Time: 1 hr 15 min
• Servings: 6 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

17 items

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large yellow onion, chopped
• 1 medium green bell pepper, chopped
• 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 tablespoon ground cumin
• 3 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 28 ounces diced tomatoes
• 1 can (15 ounces) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup beef broth
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 bay leaf

📝 Instructions

9 steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and green bell pepper. Sauté until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.

2. Add the minced garlic and continue to sauté for another minute until fragrant.

3. Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground beef to the pot. Cook the beef until browned, stirring frequently and breaking it into smaller pieces with a spoon, about 7 to 10 minutes.

4. Stir in the ground cumin, chili powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Ensure the meat is evenly coated with the spices.

5. Add the diced tomatoes, kidney beans, black beans, beef broth, and tomato paste to the pot. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.

6. Gently place the bay leaf in the pot, then bring the mixture to a gentle boil.

7. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let the chili simmer for 45 to 50 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together, stirring occasionally.

8. Remove and discard the bay leaf from the pot. Taste the chili and adjust seasoning if necessary.

9. Serve the chili hot, garnished with optional toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped cilantro, or green onions.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (2732.5g)

Calories		2394
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		116.8 g	150%
	Saturated Fat	38.0 g	190%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	2.7 g
Cholesterol		321 mg	107%
Sodium		7285 mg	317%
Total Carbohydrate		214.3 g	78%
	Dietary Fiber	77.1 g	275%
	Total Sugars	37.0 g
Protein		131.9 g	264%
Vitamin D		0.0 mcg	0%
Calcium		760 mg	58%
Iron		38.7 mg	215%
Potassium		6078 mg	129%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1051 cal (43.2%%)

Protein: 527 cal (21.7%%)

Carbs: 857 cal (35.2%%)