My Mom's Chili

Warm, hearty, and brimming with rich, savory flavors, "My Mom's Chili" is a classic comfort food recipe that’s perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. This one-pot wonder features tender ground beef, a colorful medley of red and green bell peppers, and a blend of kidney and black beans for a hearty, protein-packed base. A robust tomato sauce infused with chili powder, cumin, paprika, and a touch of optional cayenne provides just the right balance of spice and depth. Seamlessly combining fresh aromatics like diced onions and garlic with pantry staples like canned tomatoes and beef broth, this chili is as easy to make as it is satisfying. Simmered to perfection in just over an hour, it’s a versatile dish that can be topped with shredded cheese, sour cream, green onions, or tortilla chips for a truly customizable meal. Perfect for game day, chilly evenings, or meal prep, this recipe is a must-try for chili lovers everywhere.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds ground beef
• 1 large yellow onion, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
• 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
• 28 ounces canned diced tomatoes
• 15 ounces tomato sauce
• 15 ounces kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 15 ounces black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup beef broth
• 3 tablespoons chili powder
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add olive oil and let it warm up for a minute.

Step 2

Add the diced onion to the pot and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic, red bell pepper, and green bell pepper. Cook for another 2-3 minutes.

Step 4

Add the ground beef to the pot. Break it up with a wooden spoon and cook until browned, about 8-10 minutes. Drain any excess fat if necessary.

Step 5

Stir in the chili powder, ground cumin, paprika, oregano, sugar, salt, black pepper, and optional cayenne. Cook for 1-2 minutes to toast the spices.

Step 6

Pour in the canned diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and beef broth. Stir well to combine.

Step 7

Add the kidney beans and black beans. Stir again and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.

Step 8

Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let the chili simmer uncovered for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Add more salt or spices if desired.

Step 10

Serve hot with your favorite toppings such as shredded cheese, sour cream, diced green onions, or tortilla chips.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3262.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3381.3

Total Fat 223.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 75.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 9.5g
Cholesterol 658.1mg	0%
Sodium 5848.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 160.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 55.5g	0%
Total Sugars 52.2g
Protein 177.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 654.8mg	0%
Iron 35.4mg	0%
Potassium 6006.6mg	0%

*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: 59.8%

Protein: 21.1%

Carbs: 19.1%