Mama Mull's Chili

Warm, hearty, and packed with bold flavors, Mama Mull's Chili is the ultimate comfort food perfect for any occasion. This classic chili recipe features a robust blend of ground beef (or your choice of ground turkey or plant-based meat), two types of beans, and a medley of aromatic spices including cumin, smoked paprika, and a hint of cayenne pepper for a subtle kick. Simmered to perfection with diced tomatoes, rich tomato paste, and a bay leaf for depth, this chili is as satisfying as it is easy to prepare in just one pot. Customize it with your favorite toppings like shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, or fresh cilantro for a dish that's as vibrant as it is versatile. With its 15-minute prep time and irresistible balance of spices, Mama Mull's Chili is sure to become a family favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 pound ground beef (can substitute with ground turkey or plant-based meat)
• 1 tablespoon ground cumin
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 cans canned diced tomatoes (14.5 oz)
• 1 can canned kidney beans, drained and rinsed (15 oz)
• 1 can canned black beans, drained and rinsed (15 oz)
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 cup beef broth (can substitute chicken or vegetable broth)
• 1 whole bay leaf
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)
• 0.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
• 0.25 cup sour cream (optional)
• 2 tablespoons green onions, sliced (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

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

Step 3

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

Step 4

Add the ground beef to the pot. Cook, breaking apart with a wooden spoon, until browned and fully cooked, about 7-8 minutes.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Add the diced tomatoes, kidney beans, black beans, tomato paste, beef broth, and the bay leaf to the pot. Stir well to combine.

Step 7

Bring the chili to a simmer. Reduce heat to low, cover the pot, and let it cook for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 8

Remove the bay leaf and taste for seasoning, adjusting salt and pepper as needed.

Step 9

Serve hot in bowls topped with optional garnishes such as chopped cilantro, shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, and sliced green onions.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2037.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2183.0

Total Fat 151.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 59.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 452.9mg	0%
Sodium 5594.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 97.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.1g	0%
Total Sugars 43.0g
Protein 112.2g	0%

Vitamin D 12IU	0%
Calcium 858.1mg	0%
Iron 26.3mg	0%
Potassium 4163.5mg	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: 61.8%

Protein: 20.4%

Carbs: 17.8%