Absolutely! Here’s a hearty, flavorful beef chili recipe that’s perfect for warming up and can be made on the stovetop or in a slow cooker.
Ingredients (Serves 4–6)
- 1 lb (450g) ground beef
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper (red or green), diced
- 1 can (14.5 oz / 400g) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (15 oz / 425g) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (8 oz / 225g) tomato sauce
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 cup beef broth or water
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika (optional, for smoky flavor)
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Olive oil, for cooking
Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped green onions, tortilla chips, avocado
Instructions
- Cook the beef
- Heat a large pot over medium heat. Add a splash of olive oil.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon. Remove excess fat if needed.
- Sauté the veggies
- In the same pot, add onion, bell pepper, and garlic. Cook 3–5 minutes until soft and fragrant.
- Add spices
- Stir in chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, cayenne, salt, and black pepper. Cook 1–2 minutes to toast the spices.
- Add liquids and beans
- Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, tomato paste, and beef broth. Mix well.
- Add kidney beans. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low.
- Simmer
- Cover and let simmer for at least 20–30 minutes (longer if you want richer flavor, up to 1–2 hours). Stir occasionally.
- Taste and adjust
- Taste your chili and add more salt, pepper, or spices as needed.
- Serve
- Serve hot with optional toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, or avocado. Cornbread on the side is a classic match!
💡 Tips:
- For extra depth, add 1 tsp cocoa powder or a small square of dark chocolate.
- For thicker chili, mash a few beans or simmer uncovered at the end.
- You can make it ahead; chili actually tastes better the next day.
If you want, I can also give you a super easy 30-minute version that’s still rich and tasty for busy nights.
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