Mama's Simple and Easy Chili

Cozy up with a bowl of hearty comfort food by making Mama's Simple and Easy Chili—a quick, flavorful classic that's perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. This one-pot wonder combines tender ground beef, savory sautéed onions, and garlic with a medley of pantry staples like diced tomatoes, kidney beans, and black beans, all simmered in a rich, spiced tomato broth. With just 10 minutes of prep and 30 minutes of cooking time, this chili is a lifesaver when you need a satisfying, crowd-pleasing meal in a hurry. Customize it with your favorite toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, or chopped green onions, and serve it with cornbread or tortilla chips for the ultimate chili experience. Bursting with bold flavors and easy to make, this dish is guaranteed to become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef
• 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 14.5 ounces Canned diced tomatoes (with juices)
• 15 ounces Canned kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 15 ounces Canned black beans, drained and rinsed
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 1 cup Beef broth
• 2 tablespoons Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 0 n/a Optional toppings (shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped green onions)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Once the oil is hot, add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, stirring frequently to avoid burning.

Step 4

Add the ground beef to the pot. Cook and crumble the beef using a wooden spoon until it is browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat if necessary.

Step 5

Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1-2 minutes to deepen the flavor.

Step 6

Add the canned diced tomatoes (with their juices), kidney beans, black beans, and beef broth to the pot. Stir to combine.

Step 7

Season the chili with chili powder, ground cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to evenly distribute the spices.

Step 8

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

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed with more salt or spices.

Step 10

Serve hot in bowls, topped with your choice of optional toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, or chopped green onions.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2178.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2236.0

Total Fat 108.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 41.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 331.1mg	0%
Sodium 6022.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 187.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 59.7g	0%
Total Sugars 25.3g
Protein 141.2g	0%

Vitamin D 6IU	0%
Calcium 688.8mg	0%
Iron 29.2mg	0%
Potassium 4960.3mg	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: 42.6%

Protein: 24.7%

Carbs: 32.7%