Chili Family Style

Warm, hearty, and bursting with bold flavors, "Chili Family Style" is the ultimate one-pot comfort food perfect for feeding a hungry crowd. This classic chili recipe combines tender ground beef, fragrant spices like chili powder and smoked paprika, and a medley of beans simmered in a rich tomato base. The addition of sautéed onions, green bell peppers, and minced garlic infuses each spoonful with irresistible layers of savory warmth. Ready in just over an hour, this easy chili recipe makes weeknight dinners a breeze while still being special enough for game days or family gatherings. Customize it with your favorite toppings—think shredded cheese, dollops of sour cream, and fresh cilantro—for a dish that's as versatile as it is satisfying. With its blend of robust flavors and simple preparation, "Chili Family Style" is sure to become a household staple.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large yellow onion, diced
• 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
• 4 cloves minced garlic
• 2 pounds ground beef
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 tablespoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 28 ounces canned diced tomatoes (with juice)
• 15 ounces canned tomato sauce
• 15 ounces canned kidney beans (drained and rinsed)
• 15 ounces canned black beans (drained and rinsed)
• 1 cup beef broth
• 0 optional toppings (shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped cilantro, diced green onions, etc.)

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat and add the olive oil.

Step 2

Once hot, add the diced onion and green bell pepper. Sauté for 4-5 minutes or until softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the ground beef to the pot. Break it into small pieces with a wooden spoon and cook until browned, about 7-8 minutes. Drain any excess grease if necessary.

Step 5

Season the beef mixture with salt, black pepper, chili powder, ground cumin, and smoked paprika. Stir well to coat the meat evenly with spices.

Step 6

Pour in the canned diced tomatoes (with their juice), tomato sauce, kidney beans, black beans, and beef broth. Stir to combine all ingredients.

Step 7

Bring the chili to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasonings as needed before serving.

Step 9

Serve hot in bowls with your choice of optional toppings such as shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped cilantro, or diced green onions.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3589.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3561.2

Total Fat 205.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 76.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 592.0mg	0%
Sodium 8050.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 227.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 70.1g	0%
Total Sugars 45.5g
Protein 207.1g	0%

Vitamin D 6IU	0%
Calcium 939.1mg	0%
Iron 43.7mg	0%
Potassium 7921.9mg	0%

*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: 51.6%

Protein: 23.1%

Carbs: 25.4%