Crazy Mary's Chili

Get ready to spice up your dinner table with Crazy Mary’s Chili, a hearty and flavor-packed chili recipe that's perfect for any occasion! This one-pot wonder combines tender ground beef, a medley of kidney and black beans, and a robust tomato base infused with smoky spices like cumin, smoked paprika, and chili powder. A touch of cayenne pepper adds customizable heat, while sautéed onions, bell peppers, and garlic provide a savory foundation. Simmered to perfection in just under an hour, this chili is ideal for quick weeknight meals or game day feasts. Garnish with fresh cilantro, melted cheese, and a dollop of sour cream for a comforting bowl of goodness. Serve with crusty bread or cornbread for a soul-warming, crowd-pleasing meal!

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large yellow onion, diced
• 1 medium bell pepper, diced (red or green)
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 pound ground beef
• 28 ounces canned diced tomatoes
• 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
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 tablespoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for extra spice)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)
• 1 cup shredded cheese (optional, for topping)
• 0.5 cup sour cream (optional, for topping)

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the olive oil and heat until shimmering.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and bell pepper to the pot. Sauté for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables soften.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Add the ground beef to the pot. Cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until browned and no longer pink. This should take about 7–8 minutes. Drain off excess grease if necessary.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Add the canned diced tomatoes (with their juice), tomato sauce, beef broth, kidney beans, and black beans to the pot. Stir everything to combine well.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a simmer. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot with a lid, and let the chili cook for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. If you like your chili spicier, add a little more cayenne pepper or chili powder to taste.

Step 9

Serve the chili hot in bowls, garnished with fresh cilantro, shredded cheese, and sour cream if desired. Pair with crusty bread or cornbread for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3400.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3388.3

Total Fat 196.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 79.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 9.5g
Cholesterol 496.9mg	0%
Sodium 8152.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 242.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 81.0g	0%
Total Sugars 59.1g
Protein 174.5g	0%

Vitamin D 24IU	0%
Calcium 1744.4mg	0%
Iron 39.1mg	0%
Potassium 7519.5mg	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: 51.4%

Protein: 20.3%

Carbs: 28.3%