Description
This chili recipe is a comforting and hearty dish that is perfect for cozy evenings. Packed with flavors from a blend of spices, ground beef, and beans, this chili is easy to make and great for feeding a crowd.
Ingredients
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For the Chili:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 3 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
- 1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes (with juices)
- 2 (15-ounce) cans kidney beans (drained and rinsed)
- 1 (15-ounce) can black beans (drained and rinsed)
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 teaspoon sugar (optional to balance acidity)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and bell peppers, cook until softened.
- Stir in garlic and cook briefly. Add ground beef, cook until browned.
- Drain excess fat if needed. Add spices and tomato paste, cook briefly.
- Pour in tomatoes, beans, broth, and sugar. Simmer for at least 30 minutes.
- Taste, adjust seasoning, and serve hot with toppings.
Notes
- For a spicier chili, add more cayenne or jalapeños.
- This chili tastes even better the next day and freezes well for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
