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Homemade Chili Recipe Close up of a steaming bowl of chili topped with cheese, fresh jalapeños, and crispy tortilla chips, a comforting and flavorful treat.

Homemade Chili Recipe

This hearty homemade chili is the ultimate comfort food, loaded with ground beef, beans, and tomatoes. Perfect for cozy family dinners!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 398
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoon olive oil For sautéing
  • 1 yellow onion Diced
  • 2 cloves garlic Minced
  • 1 lb. ground beef Use higher fat content for richer flavor
  • 1 15 oz. can kidney beans Drained
  • 1 15 oz. can black beans Drained
  • 1 15 oz. can diced tomatoes With juices
  • 1 6 oz. can tomato paste Adds richness
  • 1 cup water For consistency
  • Chili Seasoning:
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder Mild blend of dried chilies
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin For earthy flavor
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne powder For a mild heat kick
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder For depth
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder For flavor balance
  • ½ tablespoon brown sugar To balance acidity
  • 1 teaspoon salt To taste
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper Freshly cracked for flavor

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, sautéing until soft and translucent. prep
  2. Add the ground beef to the pot. Continue sautéing until the beef is fully browned and no longer pink. prep
  3. Drain the kidney and black beans, then add them to the pot along with the diced tomatoes (with juices), tomato paste, and 1 cup of water. Stir well to combine all ingredients. mix
  4. Add the chili seasoning (chili powder, cumin, cayenne, garlic powder, onion powder, brown sugar, salt, and black pepper) to the pot. Stir everything until evenly mixed. mix
  5. Cover the pot and reduce the heat to low. Let the chili simmer for at least 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. The longer it simmers, the more flavorful it becomes. cook
  6. Taste the chili and adjust the seasoning with more salt or chili powder if needed. Serve hot with your favorite toppings like cheese, sour cream, or green onions. finish

Nutrition

Serving: 1ServingCalories: 398kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 23gFat: 21gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 468mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 10gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 15mg

Notes

This chili is the perfect blend of savory and hearty. Customize it with your favorite toppings like sour cream, shredded cheese, or green onions!

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