Hearty Chili
Hearty and comforting, this chili recipe is the perfect dish for chilly evenings or game days. Packed with flavor and easy to prepare, it features tender ground beef, hearty kidney beans, and aromatic spices simmered to perfection. Ideal for sharing with friends and family, this chili is more than just a meal—it’s an experience that warms the soul.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 can (14.5 oz) fire-roasted diced tomatoes
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp chili powder (adjust for heat preference)
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 2 cups beef broth (or vegetable broth)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and bell pepper; sauté until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in garlic, chili powder, and cumin; cook for another minute.
- Increase heat and add ground beef. Cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon.
- Stir in diced tomatoes (with juices) and kidney beans until well combined.
- Pour in beef broth; bring to a boil then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 30 minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg