Easy Chili Recipe
Warm up your weeknight dinners with this easy chili recipe that’s packed with flavor and comfort. With tender ground beef, vibrant veggies, and a blend of spices, this dish is perfect for cozy gatherings or solo nights on the couch. Simple enough for any cook, this chili will leave your taste buds dancing while keeping everyone at the table satisfied.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped (mixed colors)
- 28 oz can crushed tomatoes
- 15 oz can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, fresh cilantro
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, sauté onions and bell peppers until soft.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks.
- Stir in minced garlic, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper; cook until fragrant.
- Add crushed tomatoes and rinsed beans; mix well.
- Reduce heat to low, cover the pot, and let simmer for at least 30 minutes.
- Serve hot with optional toppings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: - For a vegetarian version, replace ground beef with lentils or additional beans. - Add diced jalapeños for extra heat or a splash of hot sauce for a kick. - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four days.