Hormel Beanless Chili Copycat

Recreate the bold, savory flavors of your favorite canned chili with this irresistible Hormel Beanless Chili Copycat recipe! Packed with perfectly seasoned ground beef, aromatic spices like chili powder and cumin, and a rich tomato base, this homemade version delivers all the hearty, comforting taste without the beans. A touch of Worcestershire sauce deepens the flavor, while a simmered blend of beef broth and water achieves that perfect, velvety texture. Ready in just under an hour, this versatile chili shines as a topping for hot dogs, nachos, and baked potatoes or can be enjoyed as a stand-alone dish. It's a quick, easy way to bring your favorite classic chili to life, right in your own kitchen!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef (80/20 lean-to-fat ratio)
• 0.5 cup Yellow onion, finely diced
• 3 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 1 cup Beef broth
• 1 cup Water
• 2 tablespoons Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Oregano, dried
• 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil or lard

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large skillet or pot over medium-high heat and add the vegetable oil or lard.

Step 2

Add the ground beef to the skillet, break it apart using a wooden spoon, and cook until fully browned, about 7-10 minutes.

Step 3

Once the beef is cooked, drain any excess fat from the pan, leaving about 1 tablespoon of drippings for flavor.

Step 4

Add the finely diced yellow onion to the skillet and sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened and translucent.

Step 5

Stir in the tomato paste and cook for another minute, allowing the tomato paste to caramelize slightly.

Step 6

Sprinkle the all-purpose flour over the beef mixture and stir well to combine. Cook for 1-2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.

Step 7

Pour in the beef broth and water, then stir to fully incorporate the liquid into the mixture.

Step 8

Add the chili powder, paprika, ground cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to blend the spices into the chili base.

Step 9

Mix in the Worcestershire sauce and reduce the heat to low. Allow the chili to simmer uncovered for about 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens to your desired consistency.

Step 10

Taste the chili and adjust the seasoning as needed. Add more salt, pepper, or cayenne pepper for extra heat if preferred.

Step 11

Serve the chili warm as a topping for hot dogs, nachos, baked potatoes, or enjoy on its own. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1119.2 grams (1119.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1508

Total Fat 107.90g	138%
Saturated Fat 38.50g	193%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 313mg	104%
Sodium 1581mg	69%
Total Carbohydrate 46.50g	17%
Dietary Fiber 11.60g	41%
Total Sugars 10.20g
Protein 84.80g	170%

Vitamin D 28IU	141%
Calcium 187mg	14%
Iron 17mg	92%
Potassium 1765mg	38%

*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: 64.9%

Protein: 22.7%

Carbs: 12.4%