Kevs Chili
Get ready to cozy up with a bowl of Kev’s Chili, the ultimate comfort food packed with bold flavors and hearty ingredients. This easy-to-make chili recipe features a robust blend of ground beef, tender kidney and black beans, and a rich tomato base infused with a perfect balance of chili powder, cumin, and smoky paprika. Fresh veggies like diced onion and green bell pepper add depth, while a touch of cayenne pepper kicks up the spice for those who dare. Simmered to perfection, this one-pot wonder is ideal for weeknight dinners or game-day feasts. Customize it with your favorite toppings—think shredded cheddar, dollops of sour cream, or fresh cilantro—for a dish that’s as satisfying as it is versatile. Perfectly suited for both beginner cooks and seasoned chefs, Kev’s Chili is a crowd-pleaser that will have everyone asking for seconds.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
- 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 pound ground beef
- 28 ounces canned diced tomatoes
- 3 tablespoons tomato paste
- 15 ounces canned kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 15 ounces canned black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup beef broth
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for spice)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- to taste shredded cheddar cheese (optional, for garnish)
- to taste sour cream (optional, for garnish)
- to taste chopped fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Heat a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the olive oil and allow it to warm up.
Add the diced onion and bell pepper to the pot. Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
Add the ground beef to the pot. Cook, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until it is browned and fully cooked, about 7-10 minutes. Drain any excess fat if necessary.
Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, kidney beans, black beans, and beef broth.
Add the chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper. Stir until all the spices are well incorporated.
Bring the mixture to a simmer. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let the chili simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Taste the chili and adjust the seasonings as needed. If a thicker consistency is desired, remove the lid and let it simmer uncovered for an additional 10 minutes.
Serve hot with your favorite garnishes, such as shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, or chopped cilantro.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2748 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 152.9 g | 196% | |
| Saturated Fat | 52.3 g | 262% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 9.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 382 mg | 127% | |
| Sodium | 6341 mg | 276% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 207.4 g | 75% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 73.2 g | 261% | |
| Total Sugars | 41.3 g | ||
| Protein | 148.5 g | 297% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 961 mg | 74% | |
| Iron | 36.6 mg | 203% | |
| Potassium | 6261 mg | 133% | |
*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.
