My Favorite Chili
Warm up your kitchen with "My Favorite Chili," a hearty and flavorful one-pot recipe that's sure to become a family favorite. Packed with tender ground beef, a medley of kidney and black beans, and simmered in a rich tomato base infused with bold spices like smoky paprika, cumin, and chili powder, this chili is the ultimate comfort food. Perfectly balanced with just a hint of heat from cayenne pepper, it’s customizable with garnishes like shredded cheddar cheese, fresh cilantro, or a dollop of sour cream. Ready in just over an hour, this easy chili recipe is a go-to for weeknight dinners, game days, or cozy gatherings. Serve it warm with crusty bread or over rice for a satisfying, crowd-pleasing meal! Keywords: best chili recipe, easy chili, hearty chili, ground beef chili, one-pot chili.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 1 medium bell pepper, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 pound ground beef
- 28 ounces canned diced tomatoes
- 15 ounces canned tomato sauce
- 15 ounces canned kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 15 ounces canned black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 bay leaf
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)
- 0.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional, for topping)
- 0.25 cup sour cream (optional, for topping)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and bell pepper, and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the ground beef to the pot and cook, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until browned and fully cooked. Drain any excess fat if necessary.
Stir in the chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, dried oregano, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper, ensuring the beef is well coated with spices.
Add the canned diced tomatoes (with their juices), tomato sauce, chicken broth, and bay leaf to the pot. Stir well to combine.
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot with a lid and let simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add the kidney beans and black beans to the pot, stirring to incorporate. Simmer uncovered for an additional 20-30 minutes, or until the chili thickens to your desired consistency.
Taste and adjust seasonings if needed.
Remove the bay leaf before serving.
Ladle the chili into bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro, shredded cheddar cheese, or a dollop of sour cream, if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3046 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 167.8 g | 215% | |
| Saturated Fat | 61.3 g | 306% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 9.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 407 mg | 136% | |
| Sodium | 7430 mg | 323% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 238.0 g | 87% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 81.2 g | 290% | |
| Total Sugars | 58.0 g | ||
| Protein | 159.4 g | 319% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 1290 mg | 99% | |
| Iron | 39.3 mg | 218% | |
| Potassium | 7509 mg | 160% | |
*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.
