Easy & Delicious Homemade Chili Recipe: A Cozy Fall Favorite

Name: Easy & Delicious Homemade Chili Recipe: A Cozy Fall Favorite
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1.5 pounds Ground Beef (80/20) (or 700g, lean ground beef for less fat); 1 large Yellow Onion (finely chopped); 3 cloves Garlic (minced); 28 ounces Crushed Tomatoes (1 large can (approx 800g)); 15 ounces Kidney Beans (1 can, rinsed and drained (approx 425g)); 15 ounces Black Beans (1 can, rinsed and drained (approx 425g)); 3 tablespoons Chili Powder; 1 tablespoon Cumin; 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika; 1/2 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper (optional, for extra heat); 1 cup Beef Broth (or 240ml); to taste Salt; to taste Black Pepper

Discover the ultimate chili recipe, perfected over years! This hearty and flavorful chili is packed with robust spices, tender meat, and beans, making it the perfect comforting meal for fall. Follow along for step-by-step instructions to create a delicious pot of chili that your family will love, ideal for a cozy night in.

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Hearty Bowl of Chili with Toppings

Recipe Information

15m

Prep Time

45m

Cook Time

Total Time

Servings

Medium

American

English

Nutrition (per serving)

350

Calories

30g

Protein

35g

Carbs

12g

Fat

Chili Simmering in a Pot

Ingredients

Servings: 6

💡 Tip: Check off ingredients as you add them to keep track of your progress!

Close-up of Rich Chili Texture

Instructions

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In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened and translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
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In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened and translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
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Don't rush this step; properly sautéed onions build a great flavor base.
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Add the minced garlic to the pot and cook for another minute until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
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Add the minced garlic to the pot and cook for another minute until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
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Garlic burns quickly, so add it after the onions are almost done.

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Add the ground beef to the pot, breaking it apart with a spoon. Cook until thoroughly browned, then drain any excess fat.
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Add the ground beef to the pot, breaking it apart with a spoon. Cook until thoroughly browned, then drain any excess fat.
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Browning the beef properly adds depth of flavor to the chili.
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Stir in the chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper (if using). Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, to toast the spices and release their aroma.
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Stir in the chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper (if using). Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, to toast the spices and release their aroma.
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Toasting spices amplifies their flavor significantly.
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Pour in the crushed tomatoes, drained kidney beans, drained black beans, and beef broth. Stir everything together, scraping any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
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Pour in the crushed tomatoes, drained kidney beans, drained black beans, and beef broth. Stir everything together, scraping any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
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Ensure all ingredients are well combined for even flavor distribution.

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Bring the chili to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for at least 30 minutes, or up to an hour, stirring occasionally. The longer it simmers, the richer the flavor.
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Bring the chili to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for at least 30 minutes, or up to an hour, stirring occasionally. The longer it simmers, the richer the flavor.
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Allowing it to simmer slowly helps the flavors meld and deepen. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
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Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Serve hot with your favorite toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, green onions, or cornbread.
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Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Serve hot with your favorite toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, green onions, or cornbread.
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Chili tastes even better the next day, so consider making it ahead of time.