Dave's Chili

Warm up your kitchen and your soul with Dave's Chili, a hearty, flavor-packed classic that's perfect for cozy nights or game-day gatherings. This robust chili combines tender ground beef, a medley of colorful bell peppers, and protein-rich kidney and black beans simmered in a rich, spiced tomato base. Infused with bold flavors from chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, and a hint of cayenne for optional heat, this one-pot wonder is as versatile as it is delicious. Ready in just over an hour, it's the ultimate comfort food that can be customized with toppings like shredded cheddar, sour cream, or fresh cilantro. Easy to make, deeply satisfying, and brimming with wholesome ingredients, Dave's Chili is sure to be your new go-to recipe for any occasion.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
• 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
• 28 ounces canned diced tomatoes
• 2 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
• 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for spice)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional, for garnish)
• 0.5 cup sour cream (optional, for garnish)
• 0.25 cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Once the oil is hot, add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes, until softened.

Step 3

Add the garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, stirring frequently to prevent burning.

Step 4

Add the diced green and red bell peppers and cook for 5 minutes, until they start to soften.

Step 5

Push the vegetables to the side of the pot and add the ground beef to the center. Use a wooden spoon to break it up into crumbles as it cooks.

Step 6

Cook the ground beef until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess grease, if necessary.

Step 7

Stir in the chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper. Let the spices cook with the beef and vegetables for 1-2 minutes to bloom their flavors.

Step 8

Add the canned diced tomatoes (with their juices), tomato paste, kidney beans, black beans, and beef broth. Stir everything together until well combined.

Step 9

Bring the chili to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Cover partially and let it simmer gently for 30-35 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 10

Taste the chili and adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper, if needed.

Step 11

Serve hot, topped with shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, and chopped cilantro if desired. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2986.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2922.1

Total Fat 162.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 65.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.2g
Cholesterol 416.9mg	0%
Sodium 6542.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 213.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 74.9g	0%
Total Sugars 47.0g
Protein 150.5g	0%

Vitamin D 12IU	0%
Calcium 1221.7mg	0%
Iron 34.2mg	0%
Potassium 6443.7mg	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: 50.1%

Protein: 20.7%

Carbs: 29.3%