Classic Beef Chili
A robust, hearty chili loaded with ground beef and kidney beans. Simmered in a rich tomato base flavored with chili powder, cumin, and a hint of sugar. Perfect for a cozy night in, it’s thick, savory, and warming. The flavors deepen even more the next day.
- Prep
- 15 min
- Cook
- 15 min
- Rest
- 15 min
- Servings
- 1
- Calories
- 400 per serving
- Temperature
- Simmer
- Difficulty
- beginner
- Cost
- $12
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 count yellow onion
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 2.5 tbsp chili powder
- 2 tbsp ground cumin
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1.5 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 1.5 cups beef broth
- 15 oz diced tomatoes
- 16 oz red kidney beans
- 8 oz tomato sauce
Steps
- 1Sauté onion.
- 2Brown beef.
- 3Add spices and tomato paste.
- 4Stir in tomatoes, beans, broth, sauce.
- 5Simmer 20-25 mins.
- 6Rest 5-10 mins.
beef · chili · dinner · comfort food