Dutch Oven Chili

Warm, hearty, and packed with bold flavors, this Dutch Oven Chili is the ultimate comfort food for any season. Made with tender ground beef, a medley of savory spices like chili powder, smoked paprika, and cumin, and a blend of hearty beans, this one-pot wonder is both satisfying and easy to make. The Dutch oven ensures a slow, even simmer, allowing the rich tomato base and aromatic vegetables to meld beautifully into a deliciously robust chili. Perfect for feeding a crowd, this recipe serves up to six and can be personalized with your favorite toppings—think shredded cheese, sour cream, or a sprinkle of chopped green onions. Whether you're hosting game day or craving a cozy weeknight dinner, this Dutch Oven Chili is a surefire hit that’s as comforting as it is flavorful.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:105 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 yellow onion, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 bell pepper, diced
• 2 cans canned diced tomatoes (14.5 oz)
• 1 can canned tomato sauce (8 oz)
• 1 can canned kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can canned black beans, drained and rinsed
• 2 tbsp chili powder
• 1 tbsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 1 cup beef broth
• 0 optional toppings (shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped green onions, etc.)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Once cooked, transfer the beef to a plate and set aside.

Step 3

In the same Dutch oven, add the diced onion and cook for 5 minutes until softened.

Step 4

Stir in the garlic and bell pepper, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes until fragrant and slightly softened.

Step 5

Add the cooked ground beef back into the pot, followed by the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, kidney beans, black beans, and beef broth.

Step 6

Stir in the chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let the chili simmer uncovered for 1-1.5 hours, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasonings as needed before serving.

Step 9

Serve hot in bowls with optional toppings, such as shredded cheese, sour cream, and chopped green onions.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2702.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2370.3

Total Fat 111.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 41.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 341.1mg	0%
Sodium 6626.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 212.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 64.6g	0%
Total Sugars 42.3g
Protein 144.4g	0%

Vitamin D 20IU	0%
Calcium 744.5mg	0%
Iron 34.8mg	0%
Potassium 5860.0mg	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: 41.3%

Protein: 23.8%

Carbs: 34.9%