Best Beef Chili Recipe
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Total Time
45 mins
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Servings
6
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Course
Dinner
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Cuisine
International
Best Beef Chili Recipe
Description
The Best Beef Chili Recipe starts by browning ground beef with onions, creating a savory base seasoned simply with salt and pepper. Adding Dr. Pepper soda introduces a hint of sweetness and acidity, which complements the tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, and chili beans. The seasoning blend including taco seasoning, ancho chili powder, ranch dressing mix, and garlic salt layers in varying spice elements and depth.
The chili is simmered for 20 to 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly for a rich texture. The beans soften and absorb the spices, while the beef retains a tender, crumbly consistency within the thick sauce.
Chili is served with a variety of traditional toppings such as shredded Mexican cheese, sour cream or crema, diced avocado, chopped green onions, cilantro, fresh lime juice, and crunchy tortilla strips. These add contrasts in texture and cool, fresh elements to balance the warm, spiced stew. This dish works well for casual dinners and gatherings, providing a filling and flavorful option.
Ingredients
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil or any cooking oil
- 1 onion diced
- 1 - 1 1/2 lbs. ground beef
- salt
- black pepper
- 1 - 12 ounce Dr. Pepper can
- 2 - 14 1/2 ounce tomato sauce canned
- 1 - 14 1/2 ounce chili beans canned
- 1 - 14 1/2 ounce diced tomato petite, canned
- 3 Tablespoons taco seasoning
- 1 Tablespoon ancho chili powder or any Chili Powder
- 3 Tablespoons Ranch dressing mix
- 2 teaspoons garlic salt
Chili Bar Toppings:
- Mexican cheese
- sour cream or Mexican crema
- lime fresh
- green onions
- cilantro
- avocado
- tortilla chips or strips
Instructions
- Heat pot over medium heat and add oil. Heat for 1 minute and add diced onions. Let cook for 2-3 minutes. Add ground beef and let brown, breaking up into small pieces as it is cooking. Generously season with salt and pepper.
- Reduce heat to medium low and add Dr. Pepper, tomato sauce, chili beans, diced tomatoes, taco seasoning, chili powder, ranch dressing mix, and garlic salt.
- Simmer for 20-30 minutes to let flavors intensify.
- Ladle into bowls and top with cheese, sour cream, green onions, cilantro, avocado, tortilla strips, and sprinkle with fresh lime.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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