Beef Chili Recipe

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5

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Excellent
  • Prep Time

    10 mins

  • Cook Time

    20 mins

  • Total Time

    30 mins

  • Servings

    8 people

  • Calories

    366 kcal

  • Course

    Main Course

  • Cuisine

    American, Tex-Mex

Beef Chili Recipe

This Beef Chili combines ground beef with a medley of vegetables and kidney beans simmered in a flavorful blend of cumin, chili powder, and tomato broth. The dish develops a tender texture in both meat and vegetables through gentle boiling, while the seasoning mix balances savory, spicy, and slightly sweet notes. Preparing and resting the chili allows the flavors to meld, making it well suited for a hearty lunch or dinner served with bread or rice.

Description

The Beef Chili Recipe brings together ground beef cooked with finely cubed onion, carrot, and green bell pepper, enhanced by minced garlic. The addition of canned diced tomatoes, kidney beans, and beef broth creates a rich base. Seasonings including cumin, chili powder, salt, black pepper, and a touch of sugar contribute depth and mild heat. After browning and simmering until tender, the chili develops a cohesive, hearty texture with a balanced flavor profile. The resting period at the end helps meld the flavors further.

Best served warm, this chili can accompany rice, cornbread, or tortilla chips, providing a filling meal. Its combination of protein, vegetables, and beans offers both substance and comfort, making it practical for colder days or casual gatherings.

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Ingredients

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Beef Chili Ingredients:

  • 2 lbs ground beef
  • 1 onion finely cubed, medium
  • 1 carrot cubed, large
  • ½ green bell pepper cubed, medium
  • 3 garlic minced, cloves
  • 14.5 oz diced tomatoes canned
  • 15.5 oz Kidney Beans drained and rinsed, can
  • 3 cups beef broth

Chili Seasonings:

  • 1 ½ tsp cumin ground
  • 2 tsp granulated sugar
  • 2 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper ground
  • 2 ½ tsp chili powder

Instructions

  1. Brown beef in a Dutch oven over med-high heat, breaking up the meat while stirring. 
  2. Add onion and cook until tender.
  3. Add diced carrot, bell pepper and minced garlic. Cook until vegetables are tender, stirring as needed. Drain excess fat.
  4. Pour in diced tomatoes with juice, add beans, broth and seasonings. Stir well to combine.
  5. Turn heat down to a gentle boil and allow chili to cook 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally (longer if meat and vegetables aren’t desired tenderness).
  6. Taste chili and additional seasonings if needed. Turn off heat and allow chili to rest 5 minutes.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 366kcal (18%) Carbs 14g Protein 24g (48%) Fat 23g (35%) Saturated Fat 8g (40%) Cholesterol 80mg (27%) Sodium 1057mg (44%) Potassium 810mg (17%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 4g (8%) Vitamin A 1610IU (32%) Vitamin C 13mg (14%) Calcium 66mg (7%) Iron 3.9mg (22%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 366 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 366kcal 18%
Carbs 14g
Protein 24g 48%
Fat 23g 35%
Saturated Fat 8g 40%
Cholesterol 80mg 27%
Sodium 1057mg 44%
Potassium 810mg 17%
Fiber 4g 16%
Sugar 4g 8%
Vitamin A 1610IU 32%
Vitamin C 13mg 14%
Calcium 66mg 7%
Iron 3.9mg 22%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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