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The Best Chili Recipe

The Best Chili Recipe

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  • Author: Elina
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 People
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Cooking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: None

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

  1. Heat Olive Oil: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onion until soft.
  2. Add Garlic: Add garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Cook Beef: Add beef, browning thoroughly and breaking it into small pieces.
  4. Combine Ingredients: Stir in crushed tomatoes and kidney beans. Add spices and stir well to combine.
  5. Simmer: Lower heat and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
  6. 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