Description
Easy Classic Beef Chili is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for those chilly evenings or game day gatherings. Imagine a rich blend of lean ground beef, vibrant bell peppers, and hearty beans simmered to perfection, creating a dish that warms both the heart and belly. This easy recipe delivers robust flavors in under an hour, making it ideal for busy weeknights. Add your favorite toppings and enjoy a bowl of warmth and happiness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 28 oz can crushed tomatoes
- 15 oz can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup bell peppers (mix of red and green), diced
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Optional: sour cream and fresh cilantro for topping
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onions and garlic, cooking until fragrant.
- Increase heat to medium-high; add ground beef and brown it, breaking it apart as it cooks.
- Stir in diced bell peppers; cook until slightly softened.
- Add crushed tomatoes, kidney beans, and beef broth; mix well.
- Sprinkle in chili powder and cumin; stir thoroughly.
- Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 30 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg