Description

Get ready to savor the ultimate comfort food with this delicious chili recipe, perfect for any season. Packed with hearty ground beef, robust spices, and kidney beans, this dish is sure to warm your soul on chilly nights or during gatherings with friends and family. With a blend of savory ingredients and customizable toppings like creamy sour cream, shredded cheese, and fresh green onions, each bowl promises satisfaction. Easy to prepare and perfect for meal prep, this chili can be enjoyed immediately or saved for quick weeknight dinners. Dive into flavors that will make this your go-to recipe for cozy nights at home.

Ingredients

Scale

2 pounds ground beef
2 medium onions (diced)
1 teaspoon salt (plus more to taste)
1 tablespoon cumin
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 tablespoon garlic powder
2 tablespoons sugar
3–4 tablespoons tomato paste
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 (28 ounce) can tomato sauce
2 (15 ounce) cans red kidney beans (drained)
2 cups broth (beef or chicken)

Instructions

In a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
In the same pot, cook diced onions until soft, then stir in salt, cumin, garlic powder, chili powder, sugar, and tomato paste for added flavor.
Add diced tomatoes and tomato sauce; bring to a simmer.
Return the browned beef to the pot along with drained kidney beans and broth. Mix well.
Allow the chili to simmer on low for about 15–20 minutes to meld flavors. Adjust seasoning as needed.
Serve hot with desired toppings such as sour cream, cheddar cheese, green onions, or hot sauce.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 60 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Simmering
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 350
Sugar: 7g
Sodium: 680mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 8g
Protein: 22g
Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: For extra texture and flavor variations, consider adding bell peppers or corn. If you prefer a vegetarian version, substitute ground beef with plant-based meat alternatives or add more beans and veggies.