My Favorite Chili

Warm up your kitchen with "My Favorite Chili," a hearty and flavorful one-pot recipe that's sure to become a family favorite. Packed with tender ground beef, a medley of kidney and black beans, and simmered in a rich tomato base infused with bold spices like smoky paprika, cumin, and chili powder, this chili is the ultimate comfort food. Perfectly balanced with just a hint of heat from cayenne pepper, it’s customizable with garnishes like shredded cheddar cheese, fresh cilantro, or a dollop of sour cream. Ready in just over an hour, this easy chili recipe is a go-to for weeknight dinners, game days, or cozy gatherings. Serve it warm with crusty bread or over rice for a satisfying, crowd-pleasing meal! Keywords: best chili recipe, easy chili, hearty chili, ground beef chili, one-pot chili.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 1 medium bell pepper, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 pound ground beef
• 28 ounces canned diced tomatoes
• 15 ounces canned tomato sauce
• 15 ounces canned kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 15 ounces canned black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 tablespoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 bay leaf
• 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 bell pepper, and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the ground beef to the pot and cook, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until browned and fully cooked. Drain any excess fat if necessary.

Step 5

Stir in the chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, dried oregano, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper, ensuring the beef is well coated with spices.

Step 6

Add the canned diced tomatoes (with their juices), tomato sauce, chicken broth, and bay leaf to the pot. Stir well to combine.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot with a lid and let simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 8

Add the kidney beans and black beans to the pot, stirring to incorporate. Simmer uncovered for an additional 20-30 minutes, or until the chili thickens to your desired consistency.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasonings if needed.

Step 10

Remove the bay leaf before serving.

Step 11

Ladle the chili into bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro, shredded cheddar cheese, or a dollop of sour cream, if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3284.7 grams (3284.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3046

Total Fat 167.80g	215%
Saturated Fat 61.30g	307%
Polyunsaturated Fat 9.50g
Cholesterol 407mg	136%
Sodium 7430mg	323%
Total Carbohydrate 238.00g	87%
Dietary Fiber 81.20g	290%
Total Sugars 58.00g
Protein 159.40g	319%

Vitamin D 12IU	60%
Calcium 1290mg	99%
Iron 39mg	218%
Potassium 7509mg	160%

*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: 48.7%

Protein: 20.6%

Carbs: 30.7%