Hearty chili featuring ground beef, beans, and spices, perfect for quick, comforting weeknight dinners.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Meats
01 - 1 lb ground beef (optionally ground turkey for lighter variant)
→ Vegetables
02 - 1 medium yellow onion, diced
03 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
→ Canned Goods
05 - 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
06 - 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
07 - 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
08 - 1 can (6 oz) tomato paste
→ Liquids
09 - 1 cup low-sodium beef broth (or vegetable broth)
→ Spices & Seasonings
10 - 2 tbsp chili powder
11 - 1 tsp ground cumin
12 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
13 - 1/2 tsp dried oregano
14 - 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
15 - 1 tsp salt, adjust to taste
16 - 1/2 tsp black pepper
→ Optional Toppings
17 - Shredded cheddar cheese
18 - Sour cream
19 - Sliced green onions
20 - Fresh cilantro
21 - Sliced jalapeños
# How To Make It:
01 - Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook, breaking it apart, until fully browned, approximately 5 to 7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
02 - Incorporate diced onion and red bell pepper. Cook for 4 to 5 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute.
03 - Mix in chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, cayenne pepper if using, salt, and black pepper. Stir thoroughly to evenly coat meat and vegetables.
04 - Add tomato paste and cook for 1 minute, stirring occasionally to blend flavors.
05 - Stir in diced tomatoes, kidney beans, black beans, and beef broth. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
06 - Lower heat, cover, and simmer gently for 25 to 30 minutes, stirring intermittently.
07 - Adjust seasoning as necessary after tasting.
08 - Ladle chili into bowls and garnish with preferred optional toppings.
