Chili Lover's Chili

Warm up your taste buds with Chili Lover’s Chili, the ultimate hearty comfort food for spice enthusiasts and family dinners alike. This bold and flavorful dish combines tender ground beef, vibrant bell peppers, and a medley of kidney and black beans simmered in a rich, tomato-based sauce infused with smoky chili powder, cumin, and paprika. A subtle kick from cayenne pepper makes this chili truly unforgettable! Ready in just over an hour, this one-pot wonder is perfect for weeknight meals or game-day gatherings. Garnish with a dollop of sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, and fresh cilantro for a satisfying, crowd-pleasing meal packed with protein and big flavors. Whether served on its own or with cornbread on the side, Chili Lover’s Chili will become a go-to favorite in your recipe collection.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 pound ground beef
• 28 ounces canned diced tomatoes
• 3 tablespoons tomato paste
• 15 ounces canned kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 15 ounces canned black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup beef broth
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0 optional sour cream (for garnish)
• 0 optional shredded cheddar cheese (for garnish)
• 0 optional chopped cilantro (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and green bell pepper. Sauté for 5 minutes, until softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the ground beef to the pot. Cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and fully cooked, about 8-10 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.

Step 5

Stir in the chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1-2 minutes to toast the spices.

Step 6

Add the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, kidney beans, black beans, and beef broth. Stir well to combine.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning, if needed.

Step 9

Serve hot, garnished with sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, and chopped cilantro, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2748.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2722.8

Total Fat 151.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 52.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 9.5g
Cholesterol 382.0mg	0%
Sodium 6332.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 204.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 72.7g	0%
Total Sugars 41.0g
Protein 147.4g	0%

Vitamin D 6IU	0%
Calcium 914.5mg	0%
Iron 35.0mg	0%
Potassium 6179.0mg	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: 49.3%

Protein: 21.3%

Carbs: 29.5%