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Homemade Chili

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  • Author: Molly Yeh
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A hearty and flavorful homemade chili made with ground beef, beans, tomatoes, and spices. Perfect for a comforting meal.


Ingredients

Units Scale
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 1 can (6 oz) tomato paste
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add garlic and cook for another 1 minute.
  3. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks.
  4. Stir in chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper if using.
  5. Add tomato paste and mix well. Then stir in diced tomatoes, beans, and beef broth.
  6. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  7. Adjust seasoning to taste and serve hot.

Notes

  • For a spicier chili, add more cayenne or chopped jalapeños.
  • Can be made ahead and tastes even better the next day.
  • Serve with shredded cheese, sour cream, or chopped green onions if desired.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 640mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 7g
  • Protein: 22g
  • Cholesterol: 55mg