Description
Warm your soul with this Ultimate Classic Beef Chili, a comforting dish that combines tender ground beef, vibrant vegetables, and a blend of spices for an explosion of flavor. Perfect for cozy nights, this chili is not just a meal; it’s an experience that brings friends and family together. Serve it topped with shredded cheese and your favorite toppings for a delightful dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80% lean)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 2 (14.5 oz) cans fire-roasted diced tomatoes
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (for topping)
Instructions
- Heat a large pot over medium heat. Add a splash of oil and sauté the chopped onions and bell peppers for about 5 minutes until softened. Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Push the vegetables to one side of the pot, add ground beef, and cook until browned (7-10 minutes), breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Stir in the fire-roasted diced tomatoes and kidney beans until well combined.
- Sprinkle chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper into the mixture. Stir continuously to evenly distribute spices.
- Reduce heat to low, cover the pot, and let simmer for at least 30 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Once thickened to your liking, ladle into bowls and top with shredded cheese before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg