Beef Chili Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
8 people
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Calories
366 kcal
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Course
Main Course
Beef Chili Recipe
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.
Ingredients
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
- Brown beef in a Dutch oven over med-high heat, breaking up the meat while stirring.
- Add onion and cook until tender.
- Add diced carrot, bell pepper and minced garlic. Cook until vegetables are tender, stirring as needed. Drain excess fat.
- Pour in diced tomatoes with juice, add beans, broth and seasonings. Stir well to combine.
- 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).
- Taste chili and additional seasonings if needed. Turn off heat and allow chili to rest 5 minutes.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition 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.