Hearty Chili Beef

Warm up your taste buds with this bold and flavorful Hearty Chili Beef recipe, a comforting one-pot dish perfect for weeknight dinners or game-day gatherings. Packed with tender ground beef, a vibrant medley of red and green bell peppers, and protein-rich kidney and black beans, this chili is elevated with a bold blend of chili powder, cumin, paprika, and oregano. Simmered in a rich tomato and beef broth base, it develops a deep, satisfying flavor in just under an hour. Featuring a balance of smoky spices and hearty ingredients, this dish pairs beautifully with classic toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, or cilantro. Whether served on its own or alongside cornbread, this simple yet robust chili promises to be a crowd-pleaser. Ideal as a make-ahead meal, this recipe is as convenient as it is delicious!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 500 grams ground beef
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 medium red bell pepper, chopped
• 1 medium green bell pepper, chopped
• 400 grams canned diced tomatoes
• 400 grams canned kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 400 grams canned black beans, drained and rinsed
• 250 ml beef broth
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 bay leaf

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté until the onion becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 2

Add the ground beef to the pot and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon, about 7-8 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.

Step 3

Stir in the red and green bell peppers and cook for another 5 minutes until they begin to soften.

Step 4

Add the canned diced tomatoes, kidney beans, black beans, beef broth, and tomato paste to the pot. Stir well to combine.

Step 5

Season the mixture with chili powder, ground cumin, paprika, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Add the bay leaf, and stir everything together.

Step 6

Bring the chili to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary before serving. Discard the bay leaf and serve the chili hot, garnished with your preference of toppings such as shredded cheese, sour cream, or chopped cilantro.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2473.7 grams (2473.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2653

Total Fat 147.60g	189%
Saturated Fat 48.20g	241%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.10g
Cholesterol 353mg	118%
Sodium 5640mg	245%
Total Carbohydrate 191.00g	69%
Dietary Fiber 65.80g	235%
Total Sugars 34.40g
Protein 142.40g	285%

Vitamin D 31IU	155%
Calcium 611mg	47%
Iron 33mg	182%
Potassium 5217mg	111%

*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: 49.9%

Protein: 21.4%

Carbs: 28.7%