Jen's Chili

Warm, hearty, and bursting with bold flavors, Jen’s Chili is the ultimate comfort food for any occasion. This one-pot recipe combines tender ground beef, aromatic spices like smoked paprika and cumin, and a hearty mix of kidney and black beans for a rich, satisfying dish. Simmered to perfection with diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and a splash of beef broth, this chili achieves the perfect balance of smoky heat and savory depth, with a touch of optional sugar to round things out. Ready in just under an hour, it’s an effortless dinner idea that serves six. Finish it with a sprinkling of fresh cilantro, creamy sour cream, and shredded cheddar for a cozy, crowd-pleasing meal that’s perfect for weeknights, game days, or chilly weather. Search no further for the best chili recipe—Jen’s Chili has it all!

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large yellow onion, diced
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 28-ounce can diced tomatoes, with juices
• 3 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 cup beef broth
• 1 15-ounce can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 15-ounce can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 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
• 1 teaspoon sugar (optional, for balancing flavor)
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
• 0.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese (for serving)
• 0.5 cup sour cream (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Add the ground beef, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Cook until browned and no longer pink, about 8-10 minutes. Drain any excess fat if necessary.

Step 5

Stir in the chili powder, ground 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, and beef broth, stirring to combine.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let it simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 8

Add the kidney beans and black beans to the pot. Stir well and continue to simmer, uncovered, for another 10-15 minutes.

Step 9

Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or a teaspoon of sugar if needed.

Step 10

Serve the chili hot in bowls, garnished with fresh cilantro, shredded cheddar cheese, and sour cream. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2879.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2865.7

Total Fat 153.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 61.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 421.1mg	0%
Sodium 4355.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 225.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 67.8g	0%
Total Sugars 50.4g
Protein 159.8g	0%

Vitamin D 12IU	0%
Calcium 1112.6mg	0%
Iron 32.6mg	0%
Potassium 6497.8mg	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: 47.2%

Protein: 21.9%

Carbs: 30.9%