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Hearty Chili


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  • Author: Chef's Kitchen
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Description

A delicious and hearty chili recipe packed with flavor and perfect for any occasion.


Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1½ cups beef broth

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat.
  2. Sauté chopped onion, garlic, and bell peppers until softened.
  3. Add ground beef, breaking it apart, and cook until browned.
  4. Stir in chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper; cook for 1 minute.
  5. Add diced tomatoes with juice, tomato paste, and kidney beans; stir to combine.
  6. Pour in beef broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
  7. Reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 30–40 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  8. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  9. Serve hot with toppings like cheese, sour cream, and cilantro.

Notes

  • For a spicier chili, add diced jalapeños or cayenne pepper.
  • Serve with cornbread for a classic pairing.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg