Hearty Chili

Warm up your kitchen with this savory, flavor-packed Hearty Chili recipe! Loaded with tender ground beef, bold spices like chili powder and smoked paprika, and nutrient-rich beans, this one-pot wonder delivers the ultimate comfort food experience. Fresh veggies like onions, garlic, and green bell peppers add depth, while a touch of sugar balances the robust tomato base. Simmered to perfection in just under an hour, this chili is perfect for weeknight dinners or game-day gatherings. Customize each bowl with toppings like shredded cheddar, sour cream, and chopped cilantro for a personal touch. With simple ingredients and big flavors, this hearty chili is a crowd-pleaser that’s gluten-free, protein-packed, and irresistibly delicious!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 pound ground beef
• 28 ounces canned diced tomatoes (with juice)
• 15 ounces canned kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 15 ounces canned black beans, drained and rinsed
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 cup beef broth
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)
• 0.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional, for topping)
• 0.25 cup sour cream (optional, for topping)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and green bell pepper. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, until softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, until fragrant.

Step 4

Push the vegetables to one side of the pot and add the ground beef. Cook the beef for 5-7 minutes, breaking it into small pieces, until browned.

Step 5

Drain any excess grease from the pot if needed.

Step 6

Stir in the canned diced tomatoes, kidney beans, black beans, and tomato paste.

Step 7

Pour in the beef broth, then add the chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, black pepper, and sugar. Stir to combine.

Step 8

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let it simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.

Step 10

Serve hot, topped with chopped cilantro, shredded cheddar cheese, and sour cream if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2851 grams (2851.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2668

Total Fat 143.50g	184%
Saturated Fat 55.90g	280%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 411mg	137%
Sodium 6488mg	282%
Total Carbohydrate 207.00g	75%
Dietary Fiber 65.70g	235%
Total Sugars 37.20g
Protein 154.10g	308%

Vitamin D 12IU	60%
Calcium 1080mg	83%
Iron 34mg	187%
Potassium 5879mg	125%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 47.2%

Protein: 22.5%

Carbs: 30.3%