Best Ground Beef Stovetop Chili: Easy Comfort Food Delight
This Best Ground Beef Stovetop Chili is a rich and savory comfort food perfect for any occasion.
Equipment
- large pot
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef Lean ground beef can be used for less fat.
- 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
- 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper Optional, for a spicy kick!
- To taste salt and pepper
- 2 cups beef broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil For sautéing.
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat and add the diced onion. Cook for 3-4 minutes until soft and translucent.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Brown the ground beef, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, for 5-7 minutes until no longer pink.
- Add the chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper, stirring well to coat.
- Stir in the tomato paste and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- Pour in the diced tomatoes and beef broth, and season with salt and pepper. Bring to a simmer.
- Lower heat and cook for 20-25 minutes, allowing flavors to meld and the chili to thicken.
- Add kidney beans and black beans, stirring to combine, and let simmer for another 10-15 minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more salt or chili powder as desired.
- Serve in bowls with your favorite toppings.
Notes
This chili can be served with shredded cheese, sour cream, cornbread, rice, or tortilla chips. It freezes well for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg
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