Old Fashioned Fireside Chili
Warm up your evenings with a hearty bowl of Old Fashioned Fireside Chili—a comforting, flavor-packed recipe that's perfect for cozy gatherings or meal prepping. This classic chili features tender ground beef simmered with a vibrant blend of aromatic spices like chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika, alongside hearty red kidney beans and fire-roasted tomatoes. A medley of diced onion, green bell pepper, and garlic delivers a rich, savory base, while a touch of cayenne pepper adds an optional kick of heat. Ready in just under an hour, this one-pot wonder is topped with melty cheddar cheese, creamy sour cream, and fresh green onions for an irresistible finish. Ideal for feeding a crowd or enjoying leftovers, this old-fashioned chili is your go-to recipe for satisfying comfort food cravings.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound ground beef
- 28 ounces canned diced tomatoes
- 15 ounces canned red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 cup beef broth
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional, for garnish)
- 0.5 cup sour cream (optional, for garnish)
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onions (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and green bell pepper to the pot and sauté for 5 minutes, until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Add the ground beef to the pot and cook until fully browned, breaking it up with a wooden spoon as it cooks. Drain any excess fat, if necessary.
Stir in the diced tomatoes (with their juices), kidney beans, tomato paste, and beef broth.
Add the chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using). Stir well to combine.
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pot. Simmer the chili for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Taste and adjust the seasoning, adding more salt or spices as needed.
Ladle the chili into bowls, and top with shredded cheddar cheese, a dollop of sour cream, and a sprinkle of green onions, if desired.
Serve hot and enjoy your Old Fashioned Fireside Chili!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
503 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 34.1 g | 44% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.9 g | 69% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 84 mg | 28% | |
| Sodium | 980 mg | 43% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 24.4 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.0 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.6 g | ||
| Protein | 24.4 g | 49% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 249 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 4.6 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 823 mg | 18% | |
*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.
