Mild Meaty Chili

Warm up with a hearty bowl of Mild Meaty Chili, a comforting classic packed with robust flavor and family-friendly appeal. This recipe combines ground beef and pork for a rich, meaty base, perfectly complemented by tender kidney and black beans. Aromatic spices like chili powder, smoked paprika, and cumin give this chili a deep, smoky flavor without overwhelming heat, making it ideal for all palates. Simmered to perfection with diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and a splash of beef broth, it’s a rich and filling dish perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or game-day gatherings. Customize each bowl with toppings like fresh cilantro, sour cream, or shredded cheddar cheese for a personalized touch. Ready in under an hour and serving six, this chili is an easy, crowd-pleasing comfort food you'll want on repeat.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 0.5 pound ground pork
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion
• 3 cloves garlic cloves
• 28 ounces diced tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 15 ounces red kidney beans (canned, drained and rinsed)
• 15 ounces black beans (canned, drained and rinsed)
• 1 cup beef broth
• 1.5 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
• 0 to taste sour cream (optional, for serving)
• 0 to taste shredded cheddar cheese (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Add the ground beef and ground pork to the pot. Cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.

Step 3

Finely chop the yellow onion and mince the garlic. Add them to the pot and cook until the onion is translucent and softened, about 3-5 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to toast the spices and release their flavors.

Step 5

Add the tomato paste and stir well to combine. Cook for 1 minute.

Step 6

Pour in the diced tomatoes and beef broth. Stir to combine all ingredients.

Step 7

Add the kidney beans, black beans, and sugar. Stir everything together and bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 8

Reduce the heat to low and let the chili simmer uncovered for 25-30 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasonings if needed. For a slightly thicker chili, simmer for an additional 5-10 minutes.

Step 10

Serve hot, topped with optional garnishes like fresh cilantro, sour cream, or shredded cheddar cheese. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2820 grams (2820.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3016

Total Fat 162.50g	208%
Saturated Fat 62.10g	311%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 550mg	183%
Sodium 6598mg	287%
Total Carbohydrate 198.10g	72%
Dietary Fiber 68.90g	246%
Total Sugars 37.10g
Protein 203.50g	407%

Vitamin D 6IU	30%
Calcium 993mg	76%
Iron 34mg	188%
Potassium 5607mg	119%

*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: 47.7%

Protein: 26.5%

Carbs: 25.8%