Easy Beef Chili
Easy Beef Chili is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly nights or game day gatherings. This rich and flavorful dish combines lean ground beef, aromatic spices, and hearty beans, simmered to perfection for a satisfying meal that warms the soul. With easy preparation and customizable options, you can adapt it to your taste while impressing family and friends with every bowlful.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef (80/20)
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper (any color), chopped
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, rinsed
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 2 cups beef broth (low-sodium)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Sour cream and fresh cilantro for serving
Instructions
- Heat a large pot over medium heat. Sauté the chopped onion and bell pepper until soft, about 5 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and ground beef to the pot. Cook until browned, breaking up the meat into crumbles (7–10 minutes).
- Stir in chili powder and cumin, coating the beef evenly. Pour in diced tomatoes with their juice.
- Add rinsed kidney beans and beef broth. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to simmer.
- Simmer uncovered for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally until thickened.
- Serve hot topped with sour cream and cilantro.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For added depth of flavor, let the chili simmer longer if time allows. Customize by adding corn or various peppers; adjust spices for heat preference. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days.