Description
Beef chili is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly nights or festive gatherings. This hearty dish combines tender ground beef with vibrant vegetables and a medley of spices, creating a warming bowl that’s both satisfying and flavorful. Easy to prepare, it’s ideal for busy weeknights or potlucks, ensuring your dinner table is filled with warmth and deliciousness. Enjoy every spoonful topped with your favorite garnishes!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium sweet onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup bell peppers (any color), diced
- 28 oz canned diced tomatoes (fire-roasted preferred)
- 15 oz kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Chop onions and bell peppers into small pieces.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté onions and bell peppers until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in minced garlic and ground beef; cook until browned, breaking it apart for even cooking (7-10 minutes).
- Add chili powder and cumin; stir to coat the meat evenly.
- Mix in canned tomatoes with their juices and kidney beans.
- Pour in beef broth; stir well to combine.
- Reduce heat to low, partially cover the pot, and let simmer for 30 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg