Description
Discover the warmth and richness of this Best Chili recipe, perfect for cozy evenings or feeding a crowd. Packed with savory ground beef, beans, and a harmonious blend of spices, each spoonful promises a burst of satisfying flavors.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs ground beef
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 (15 oz) cans kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes
- 1 (15 oz) can tomato sauce
- 2-3 tablespoons chili powder (adjust to taste)
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika (smoked paprika adds a nice touch)
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 cup beef broth or water
- Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped green onions, cilantro
Instructions
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the beef. Cook until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another 2 minutes to allow the spices to bloom.
- Add the kidney beans, black beans, crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, and beef broth or water. Stir well to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer, covered, for at least 1 hour, stirring occasionally. For deeper flavor, simmer for 2-3 hours.
- Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. If the chili is too thick, add more beef broth or water to reach your desired consistency.
- Serve hot with your choice of toppings, such as shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped green onions, or cilantro.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1-3 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg