Freshour's Chili

Warm up your weeknight dinners with Freshour's Chili, a hearty, flavor-packed classic that brings bold spices and wholesome ingredients together in perfect harmony. This comforting one-pot recipe combines tender ground beef, vibrant bell peppers, and creamy beans, simmered to perfection with a medley of chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika for a rich, smoky depth of flavor. A touch of brown sugar adds just the right balance to the savory goodness, while optional garnishes like fresh cilantro, shredded cheddar cheese, and sour cream elevate each bowl into a customizable masterpiece. Ready in just over an hour, this chili is an ideal choice for cozy family meals or game-day gatherings—and it’s even better the next day! Perfect for chili lovers searching for a hearty, easy-to-make recipe that’s packed with character.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

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

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large Dutch oven or stockpot over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil.

Step 2

Once the oil is hot, add the ground beef. Cook, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until browned, about 6–8 minutes. Drain any excess fat and set the beef aside on a plate.

Step 3

In the same pot, add the diced onion and minced garlic. Cook until fragrant and softened, about 3–4 minutes.

Step 4

Add the diced red and green bell peppers to the pot, continuing to cook for another 5 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.

Step 5

Stir in the chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Toast the spices for 1 minute to intensify their flavors.

Step 6

Add the browned ground beef back into the pot, followed by the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, beef broth, kidney beans, and black beans. Stir everything to combine.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a simmer. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let cook for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 8

After 45 minutes, taste the chili and adjust the seasoning if necessary. Stir in the brown sugar to balance the flavors.

Step 9

Serve the chili hot, garnished with chopped fresh cilantro, shredded cheddar cheese, and a dollop of sour cream if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3527.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4065.5

Total Fat 238.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 103.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 782.1mg	0%
Sodium 7699.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 247.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 73.5g	0%
Total Sugars 61.0g
Protein 250.5g	0%

Vitamin D 24IU	0%
Calcium 1557.3mg	0%
Iron 42.6mg	0%
Potassium 7612.8mg	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: 51.8%

Protein: 24.2%

Carbs: 24.0%