Mom's Easy Comfort Food Chili

Warm, hearty, and brimming with rich flavor, *Mom's Easy Comfort Food Chili* is the ultimate one-pot meal for cozy dinners. This no-fuss recipe combines tender ground beef, fragrant sautéed onions and garlic, and a robust blend of chili powder, cumin, and paprika for a flavor-packed base. Loaded with hearty kidney and pinto beans, tangy diced tomatoes, and a touch of optional cayenne for heat, this chili is simmered to perfection in just 40 minutes. Serve it piping hot and topped with shredded cheddar cheese, a dollop of sour cream, and fresh green onions for a dish that's as comforting as it is satisfying. With just 15 minutes of prep, it's an easy weeknight favorite that will warm you from the inside out.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 pound Ground beef
• 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 28 ounces Canned diced tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 15 ounces Canned kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 15 ounces Canned pinto beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup Beef broth
• 2 tablespoons Chili powder
• 1 tablespoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper (optional, for extra heat)
• 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese (for serving)
• 0.5 cup Sour cream (for serving)
• 0.25 cup Chopped green onions (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a wooden spoon as it cooks, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.

Step 3

Add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, until fragrant.

Step 4

Stir in the chili powder, ground cumin, paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using). Cook for 1-2 minutes to toast the spices.

Step 5

Add the canned diced tomatoes, tomato paste, kidney beans, pinto beans, and beef broth. Stir until all ingredients are well combined.

Step 6

Bring the chili to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let it cook for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more salt or spices as needed.

Step 8

Serve hot with shredded cheddar cheese, a dollop of sour cream, and a sprinkle of chopped green onions for garnish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2822.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3138.5

Total Fat 194.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 79.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 9.5g
Cholesterol 496.9mg	0%
Sodium 6772.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 197.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 65.7g	0%
Total Sugars 40.9g
Protein 165.7g	0%

Vitamin D 24IU	0%
Calcium 1680.1mg	0%
Iron 33.9mg	0%
Potassium 6180.6mg	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: 54.7%

Protein: 20.7%

Carbs: 24.6%