Prize Winning Chili

Warm up your taste buds with this Prize Winning Chili, a rich and hearty dish that's guaranteed to impress at any gathering. Packed with bold flavors from a blend of chili powder, smoked paprika, and cumin, this recipe combines tender ground beef, plump kidney and black beans, and a robust tomato base simmered to perfection. Featuring a touch of heat from optional crushed red pepper flakes, this chili is both comforting and customizable. With just 15 minutes of prep and a hands-off simmer, it’s an easy yet irresistible dinner for six. Top each bowl with sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, and green onions for a finishing touch that adds creamy and tangy layers of flavor. Perfect for game days, chilly evenings, or family feasts, this award-worthy chili is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:75 mins

Total Time:90 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large, diced yellow onion
• 4 minced garlic cloves
• 2 pounds ground beef
• 28 ounces (1 can) diced tomatoes
• 16 ounces (1 can) tomato sauce
• 15 ounces (1 can, drained and rinsed) kidney beans
• 15 ounces (1 can, drained and rinsed) black beans
• 1.5 cups beef broth
• 3 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 tablespoon ground cumin
• 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon oregano
• 1.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon (optional for heat) crushed red pepper flakes
• 0.5 cup (for garnish, optional) sour cream
• 0.5 cup (for garnish, optional) shredded cheddar cheese
• 0.25 cup (for garnish, optional) chopped green onions

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the diced onion and garlic, and sauté for 4-5 minutes until softened and fragrant.

Step 3

Add the ground beef to the pot, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, and cook until browned, about 7-8 minutes. Drain any excess fat if necessary.

Step 4

Stir in the chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes (if using). Cook for 1-2 minutes to bloom the spices.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let it simmer gently for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 7

Remove the lid and simmer for an additional 15-20 minutes to allow the chili to thicken.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Add more salt, pepper, or spices to your preference.

Step 9

Serve hot in bowls, and garnish with sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, and chopped green onions, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(9281.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	8930.2

Total Fat 309.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 106.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 843.8mg	0%
Sodium 27645.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 1046.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 384.0g	0%
Total Sugars 92.4g
Protein 539.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 4221.4mg	0%
Iron 126.3mg	0%
Potassium 5248.8mg	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: 30.5%

Protein: 23.6%

Carbs: 45.9%