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The Best Homemade Chili

The Best Homemade Chili is a hearty and comforting dish that’s packed with bold flavors and a perfect blend of spices. It’s not too spicy or overly complex either.
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Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Can opener

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large onion diced
  • 1 bell pepper diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 1/2 pounds ground beef
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 14.5-ounce cans diced tomatoes
  • 1 15-ounce can tomato sauce
  • 1 6-ounce can tomato paste
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 15-ounce can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 15-ounce can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • Optional Toppings:
  • Shredded cheese
  • Sour cream
  • Chopped fresh cilantro
  • Sliced green onions
  • Cornbread

Instructions
 

  • In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and bell pepper, and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
  • Brown Ground Beef:
  • Add the ground beef to the pot and cook until browned, breaking it up with a wooden spoon as it cooks. Drain any excess fat.
  • Add Spices:
  • Stir in the chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1-2 minutes to toast the spices.
  • Add Tomatoes and Beans:
  • Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, tomato paste, and beef broth. Bring to a simmer.
  • Simmer:
  • Reduce the heat to low and let the chili simmer uncovered for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add Beans:
  • Stir in the kidney beans and black beans, and continue to simmer for another 15-20 minutes, until the chili is thickened and flavors are well combined.
  • Serve:
  • Serve hot with your favorite toppings and a side of cornbread.
  • Prep Time:
  • 15 minutes
  • Cook Time:
  • 45 minutes
  • Total Time:
  • 1 hour
  • Nutrition (per serving, based on 6 servings):
  • Calories: 420
  • Total Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg
  • Sodium: 980mg
  • Total Carbohydrate: 35g
  • Dietary Fiber: 11g
  • Sugars: 8g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Enjoy this hearty and comforting Best Homemade Chili, perfect for warming up on a cold day or feeding a crowd at your next gathering!