My Family's Favorite Chili

Warm, hearty, and bursting with bold flavors, "My Family's Favorite Chili" is the ultimate comfort food your household will love. This easy-to-make chili recipe combines tender ground beef, nutrient-packed beans, and a fragrant medley of spices like chili powder, smoked paprika, and cumin for a rich, smoky depth. Diced tomatoes and a splash of beef broth create a perfectly balanced base, while sautéed onions, green bell peppers, and garlic add layers of savory goodness. Simmered to perfection in just 45 minutes, this one-pot wonder is a crowd-pleaser, ideal for game days, weeknight dinners, or cozy gatherings. Serve with a generous topping of shredded cheddar cheese, creamy sour cream, and chopped green onions for a restaurant-quality finish. Pair it with cornbread or crunchy tortilla chips, and watch it become the go-to chili recipe in your repertoire! Perfect for anyone searching for "easy homemade chili," "classic chili recipe," or "quick one-pot meals."

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 28 oz canned diced tomatoes
• 15 oz canned kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 15 oz canned black beans, drained and rinsed
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 cup beef broth
• 2 tbsp chili powder
• 1 tbsp ground cumin
• 2 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 0.25 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (for topping)
• 0.5 cup sour cream (for topping)
• 0.25 cup chopped green onions (for topping)

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add olive oil and cook the ground beef until browned. Break apart the meat with a wooden spoon as it cooks. Once browned, remove the beef from the pot and set aside, leaving about 1 tablespoon of drippings in the pot.

Step 2

In the same pot, sauté the diced onion and green bell pepper over medium heat for 5 minutes, or until softened. Then, add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, stirring frequently.

Step 3

Return the browned ground beef to the pot. Stir in the canned diced tomatoes (with their juices), drained kidney beans, black beans, and tomato paste.

Step 4

Pour in the beef broth, and stir to combine. Add the chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using). Mix well to distribute the spices evenly.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary. If the chili is too thick, add a splash of beef broth or water to reach your desired consistency.

Step 7

Serve the chili hot in bowls, and top with shredded cheddar cheese, a dollop of sour cream, and a sprinkle of chopped green onions. Enjoy with cornbread or tortilla chips for a complete meal!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2888.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3092.5

Total Fat 181.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 77.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.2g
Cholesterol 496.9mg	0%
Sodium 6885.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 205.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 72.1g	0%
Total Sugars 38.9g
Protein 170.9g	0%

Vitamin D 24IU	0%
Calcium 1646.3mg	0%
Iron 36.1mg	0%
Potassium 6021.3mg	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: 52.0%

Protein: 21.8%

Carbs: 26.2%