Description
A hearty stovetop chili made with ground beef, beans, and spices, perfect for family dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 large onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (15 oz) red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (6 oz) tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups beef broth
- Olive oil for sautéing
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
- Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until soft and translucent.
- Add minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook until browned for about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper. Cook for 1-2 minutes to release the spices’ flavors.
- Mix in the tomato paste and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- Pour in the diced tomatoes, beef broth, and season with salt and pepper. Bring to a simmer and let it cook for 20-25 minutes.
- Stir in the kidney and black beans and simmer for another 10-15 minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve in bowls, topped with your favorite toppings.
Notes
Make sure to allow the beef to brown properly for enhanced flavors. Adjust spice levels to taste and use high-quality beef broth.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 70mg