Description
This classic hearty chili recipe is the perfect comfort food packed with bold flavors, tender ground beef, beans, and rich spices. Whether you are looking for an easy chili recipe, a homemade beef chili, or a cozy dinner idea, this dish delivers warmth and satisfaction in every bite.
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 can diced tomatoes
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat and cook the chopped onion until soft and translucent.
2. Add minced garlic and cook for about one minute until fragrant.
3. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain excess fat if needed.
4. Stir in chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper, mixing well to coat the meat.
5. Add diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and kidney beans, then stir until everything is well combined.
6. Reduce heat to low and let the chili simmer for 30 to 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
7. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed before serving warm.
Notes
You can make this chili spicier by adding cayenne pepper or fresh chili peppers.
This recipe tastes even better the next day as the flavors continue to develop.
You can substitute ground turkey for a lighter version of this chili.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 65mg