Best Ever 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
8 People
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Calories
194 kcal
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Course
Side Dish, Main Course, Appetizer, Dinner
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Cuisine
American
Best Ever Chili Recipe
Description
Ground beef and diced vegetables such as onion and green bell pepper form the chili’s base, sautéed until softened and browned, adding rich flavor. Minced garlic enhances the aromatic profile. The addition of beef broth, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, and two types of beans create a thick, chunky texture and hearty mouthfeel. Spices including chili powder, oregano, cumin, coriander, salt, and a touch of cayenne pepper build complexity and warm heat without overpowering.
Simmering the mixture for about 30 minutes allows the flavors to meld and the chili to thicken to a desirable consistency. This method delivers a classic chili suitable for serving alone or garnished with typical toppings like cheese, sour cream, or bread on the side.
The recipe is straightforward, ideal for cooks looking for a well-rounded chili with familiar ingredients and balanced spices.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion diced
- 1 green bell pepper diced
- 2 garlic minced, cloves
- 2 pounds ground beef lean
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 ounce can tomato sauce
- 1 ounce can diced tomatoes undrained
- 1 ounce can pinto beans
- 1 ounce can Kidney Beans
- 3 Tablespoons chili powder
- 1 Tablespoon oregano
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon Coriander
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Instructions
- In a large pot add the olive oil over medium high heat. Add the onion, bell pepper and garlic and sauté until almost tender. Add in the ground beef and cook and crumble until brown.
- Add in the beef broth, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, pinto beans, kidney beans, chili powder, oregano, cumin, coriander, salt and cayenne.
- Bring to a boil and reduce to a simmer until it starts to thicken and flavors combine about 30 minutes.
Notes
- This chili recipe has been refined and updated for consistent flavor and texture.
- Simmer for at least 30 minutes to let flavors meld and thicken the chili.
- Use lean ground beef to reduce greasiness and maintain hearty texture.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8People
Amount Per Serving
Calories 194 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 194kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Protein | 26g | 52% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 70mg | 23% |
| Sodium | 640mg | 27% |
| Potassium | 534mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 981IU | 20% |
| Vitamin C | 13mg | 14% |
| Calcium | 41mg | 4% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.