Description
This chili recipe is a warm and hearty meal made with ground beef, beans, tomatoes, and spices. It’s a rich and comforting dish perfect for family dinners, meal prep, or cozy nights.
Ingredients
Ground Beef:
1 pound
Onion, chopped:
1 medium
Garlic, minced:
3 cloves
Crushed Tomatoes:
2 cups
Kidney Beans, rinsed and drained (15 oz can):
1 can
Chili Powder:
1 tablespoon
Cumin:
1 teaspoon
Salt:
1 teaspoon
Black Pepper:
1/2 teaspoon
Olive Oil:
1 tablespoon
Instructions
- Heat Olive Oil: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onion until soft.
- Add Garlic: Add garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Cook Beef: Add beef, browning thoroughly and breaking it into small pieces.
- Combine Ingredients: Stir in crushed tomatoes and kidney beans. Add spices and stir well to combine.
- Simmer: Lower heat and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Adjust Seasoning: Taste and adjust salt or spice levels before serving.
Notes
- You can make the chili spicier by adding cayenne pepper or hot peppers.
- The flavors blend better the next day.
- If too thick, add water or broth.
- Black beans or pinto beans can be used instead of kidney beans.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg