Mild Meaty Chili
Warm up with a hearty bowl of Mild Meaty Chili, a comforting classic packed with robust flavor and family-friendly appeal. This recipe combines ground beef and pork for a rich, meaty base, perfectly complemented by tender kidney and black beans. Aromatic spices like chili powder, smoked paprika, and cumin give this chili a deep, smoky flavor without overwhelming heat, making it ideal for all palates. Simmered to perfection with diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and a splash of beef broth, it’s a rich and filling dish perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or game-day gatherings. Customize each bowl with toppings like fresh cilantro, sour cream, or shredded cheddar cheese for a personalized touch. Ready in under an hour and serving six, this chili is an easy, crowd-pleasing comfort food you'll want on repeat.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 0.5 pound ground pork
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 3 cloves garlic cloves
- 28 ounces diced tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 15 ounces red kidney beans (canned, drained and rinsed)
- 15 ounces black beans (canned, drained and rinsed)
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1.5 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
- to taste sour cream (optional, for serving)
- to taste shredded cheddar cheese (optional, for serving)
Instructions
In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
Add the ground beef and ground pork to the pot. Cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
Finely chop the yellow onion and mince the garlic. Add them to the pot and cook until the onion is translucent and softened, about 3-5 minutes.
Stir in the chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to toast the spices and release their flavors.
Add the tomato paste and stir well to combine. Cook for 1 minute.
Pour in the diced tomatoes and beef broth. Stir to combine all ingredients.
Add the kidney beans, black beans, and sugar. Stir everything together and bring the mixture to a simmer.
Reduce the heat to low and let the chili simmer uncovered for 25-30 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
Taste and adjust seasonings if needed. For a slightly thicker chili, simmer for an additional 5-10 minutes.
Serve hot, topped with optional garnishes like fresh cilantro, sour cream, or shredded cheddar cheese. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3016 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 162.5 g | 208% | |
| Saturated Fat | 62.1 g | 310% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 550 mg | 183% | |
| Sodium | 6598 mg | 287% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 198.1 g | 72% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 68.9 g | 246% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.1 g | ||
| Protein | 203.5 g | 407% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 993 mg | 76% | |
| Iron | 33.8 mg | 188% | |
| Potassium | 5607 mg | 119% | |
*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.
