Judy's Chili

Warm, hearty, and bursting with bold flavors, Judy's Chili is the ultimate comfort food that's perfect for weeknight dinners or game-day gatherings. Made with perfectly browned ground beef, tender kidney beans, and a vibrant medley of diced tomatoes and spices like chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika, this one-pot wonder delivers a rich, smoky depth with a hint of heat from cayenne pepper. Sweet bell peppers and aromatic garlic round out the flavor profile, while a simmer in beef or vegetable broth ensures every spoonful is irresistibly satisfying. Ready in under an hour and customizable with your favorite toppings like sour cream, shredded cheese, or fresh cilantro, this easy chili recipe feeds a crowd and is guaranteed to win over both spice lovers and traditionalists alike. Ideal for cozy nights in or meal prepping for the week, Judy's Chili perfectly combines simplicity and robust flavor.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium, diced onion
• 3 cloves, minced garlic
• 1 medium, diced bell pepper
• 2 15-ounce cans, rinsed and drained kidney beans
• 2 14.5-ounce cans, with juices diced tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 tablespoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 cup beef or vegetable broth
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon (adjust to taste) salt
• 0.5 teaspoon (adjust to taste) black pepper
• 0 optional toppings (sour cream, shredded cheese, chopped cilantro, jalapeño slices)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the diced onion and bell pepper, cooking for 5 minutes until softened.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Add the ground beef to the pot, breaking it apart with a spoon, and cook until browned, about 7-8 minutes. Drain any excess fat if necessary.

Step 5

Stir in the chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, dried oregano, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1-2 minutes to toast the spices.

Step 6

Add the tomato paste and stir to coat the meat and vegetables evenly.

Step 7

Pour in the diced tomatoes (with their juices) and beef or vegetable broth. Stir well to combine.

Step 8

Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer uncovered for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 9

Add the rinsed and drained kidney beans, stirring to combine. Simmer for another 10 minutes.

Step 10

Taste the chili and adjust seasonings as needed with additional salt or spice.

Step 11

Serve hot with your favorite toppings like sour cream, shredded cheese, chopped cilantro, or jalapeño slices.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2729.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2244.5

Total Fat 108.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 39.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.4g
Cholesterol 316.1mg	0%
Sodium 7273.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 227.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 70.1g	0%
Total Sugars 49.7g
Protein 132.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1013.9mg	0%
Iron 35.5mg	0%
Potassium 6545.9mg	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: 40.3%

Protein: 22.0%

Carbs: 37.7%