Lorie's Prizewinning Chili

Warm up your taste buds with Lorie's Prizewinning Chili, a hearty, flavor-packed dish that's sure to impress at any gathering. This crowd-pleasing chili combines tender ground beef, a medley of kidney and black beans, and bold seasonings like chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika for a perfectly spiced, smoky kick. Diced tomatoes with green chilies add a zesty touch, while a hint of optional dark chocolate creates an irresistible depth of flavor. Simmered low and slow to perfection, this chili is easy to make with just 15 minutes of prep time. Whether you're serving it at a game day party or cozy family dinner, this award-winning recipe shines with customizable toppings like shredded cheese and sour cream. Perfect for meal prep, potlucks, or freezing leftovers, Lorie's Prizewinning Chili is the ultimate comfort food you'll come back to time and time again.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1.5 pounds ground beef (80% lean)
• 2 14.5-ounce cans diced tomatoes with green chilies
• 1 15-ounce can tomato sauce
• 1 15-ounce can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 15-ounce can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup beef broth
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 tablespoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 ounce dark chocolate (optional, for depth of flavor)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the diced onion and sauté until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the ground beef to the pot and cook, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until browned and no longer pink, about 7–8 minutes. Drain any excess fat if necessary.

Step 5

Stir in the chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute to toast the spices.

Step 6

Pour in the diced tomatoes with green chilies, tomato sauce, beef broth, kidney beans, and black beans. Stir everything to combine.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer the chili for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 8

Optional: Stir in the dark chocolate during the last 10 minutes of cooking to add a rich, subtle depth of flavor.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasonings as necessary, adding more salt, cayenne, or spices if desired.

Step 10

Serve hot, garnished with your favorite toppings such as shredded cheese, sour cream, fresh cilantro, or diced avocado. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3158.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3245.5

Total Fat 184.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 63.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 469.6mg	0%
Sodium 4195.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 216.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 71.0g	0%
Total Sugars 37.7g
Protein 178.6g	0%

Vitamin D 42.1IU	0%
Calcium 659.6mg	0%
Iron 40.8mg	0%
Potassium 5785.1mg	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: 51.2%

Protein: 22.1%

Carbs: 26.7%