Mom's Hoosier Chili

Warm up with a hearty bowl of Mom's Hoosier Chili, a comforting, slow-simmered classic that’s perfect for chilly nights. This Midwest-inspired chili combines tender ground beef, savory sautéed onions, and garlic with a robust blend of chili powder, cumin, paprika, and optional cayenne for just the right kick. Packed with protein-rich kidney and pinto beans, juicy diced tomatoes, and a touch of beef broth, this one-pot wonder achieves the ideal balance of bold flavors and rich, hearty texture. Ready in under two hours, including prep time, this family-favorite recipe serves eight—perfect for game days, gatherings, or cozy weeknight dinners. Customize each bowl with your favorite toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, or crackers for an irresistible, crowd-pleasing dish that will have everyone coming back for seconds!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:110 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 pounds ground beef
• 1 large yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 28 ounces diced tomatoes (canned)
• 15 ounces tomato sauce
• 15 ounces kidney beans (drained and rinsed)
• 15 ounces pinto beans (drained and rinsed)
• 3 tablespoons chili powder
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoons cayenne pepper (optional)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 cups beef broth
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

Directions

Step 1

In a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the ground beef to the pot, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Cook until browned, about 7-8 minutes.

Step 5

Drain any excess grease from the pot if necessary.

Step 6

Stir in the chili powder, ground cumin, paprika, dried oregano, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper, coating the beef mixture in the spices.

Step 7

Add the canned diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, kidney beans, pinto beans, and beef broth to the pot.

Step 8

Stir well to combine all the ingredients and bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 9

Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let the chili simmer uncovered for 60-75 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 10

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed before serving.

Step 11

Serve hot with your favorite toppings, such as shredded cheese, sour cream, diced green onions, or crackers.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3672.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3423.6

Total Fat 188.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 68.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.4g
Cholesterol 602.1mg	0%
Sodium 7929.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 230.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 71.2g	0%
Total Sugars 42.9g
Protein 221.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 672.0mg	0%
Iron 41.0mg	0%
Potassium 6896.9mg	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: 48.4%

Protein: 25.3%

Carbs: 26.3%