Description
This classic chili recipe is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for cozy nights in or casual gatherings with friends and family. Packed with hearty beef, beans, and a flavorful blend of spices, this chili is sure to become a favorite in your household.
Ingredients
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Chili:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 1 pound 90% lean ground beef
- 2 1/2 tablespoons chili powder*
- 2 tablespoons ground cumin
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper** (optional)
- 1 1/2 cups beef broth
- 1 (15 oz.) can petite diced tomatoes
- 1 (16 oz.) can red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 (8 oz.) can tomato sauce
Instructions
- Cook the Onion: Add olive oil to a large soup pot over medium-high heat. Cook the diced onion for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Brown the Beef: Add ground beef to the pot, breaking it apart with a spoon. Cook for 6-7 minutes until browned.
- Add Spices: Stir in chili powder, cumin, sugar, tomato paste, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and cayenne if using.
- Combine Ingredients: Add broth, diced tomatoes, kidney beans, and tomato sauce. Stir well.
- Simmer: Bring to a low boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Rest and Serve: Remove from heat and let chili rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
