Thick, rich, and flavorful, this classic chili recipe is a MUST make! Filled with lean ground beef, a mix of beans, ripe tomatoes, fresh seasonings and it’s topped with all your favorites! Ready to serve your chili in style?! Try this homemade cornbread or add a little spice with this jalapeño cornbread for a side dish that compliments this chili recipe perfectly.
Chili Recipe
Classic traditional chili is one of my very favorite recipes to make. This by far can feed a crowd and made within 30 minutes. It is a dump and go kind of chili and uses only one pot to make. It is so simple and has SO much flavor. You can’t go wrong with this chili recipe. It is simple to make and only uses one pot. This delicious thick and hearty chili is full of flavor and a family favorite. My family loves to make this recipe year round. It is perfect in the winter to warm up but also a summer time favorite during BBQ season. It is so versatile and has all your pantry staple ingredients that makes this even easier to make. Get ready to WOW your family with this AMAZING chili recipe!
Ingredients to Make Chili:
This is an ultimate chili recipe with loads of flavor and an easy to make recipe. In 30 minutes this chili will be ready to feed a crowd!
Olive Oil: This is used to sauté the onion, bell pepper, cloves creating a flavor.Onion: Dice up the onion the best you can without too many tears.Green Bell Pepper: Cut into small chunks depending on your preference.Garlic Cloves: I prefer fresh cloves but you are welcome to use the jarred minced garlic for substitute.Ground Beef: Lean ground beef gives flavor but also less fat and grease.Beef Broth: Adds in flavor and liquid while cooking.Tomato: Sauce and diced tomatoes come in a can for a quick dump in the pot.Beans: Pinto and kidney bean give a good mixture of tender and soft beans.Seasonings: Chili powder, oregano, cumin, coriander, salt and cayenne mixes together giving the chili a sweet, spicy and savory flavoring.
How to Make Good Homemade Chili:
Dump and go recipe that uses only one pot! It is perfect for a quick meal during a busy week or let simmer on a weekend when feeding a crowd. Bring this chili to any potluck or gathering and watch it disappear in no time.
Vegetables: Potatoes, carrots, celery, mushrooms or zucchini are all great add ins for sautéing at the beginning.Meat: Substitute the beef for turkey, steak, Italian sausage or chicken.Seasonings: Try using taco seasoning for a tex-tex taste.Smokey Taste: Adobe sauce oor paprika or a liquid smoke for a smoky taste.Beef Broth: Don’t have beef broth? Chicken or even water will help keep it thick and will simmer well with either liquid.Sugar: Sounds crazy, right! Sugar adds a bit of sweetness. Cocoa powder will also add subtle hint of sweetness with a savory taste of chocolate. It is a must try! Just a teaspoon will do the trick!
Here are some of our families staple toppings to try:
Sour Cream: Add a dollop over top.Onions: Chopped up and sprinkled on top.Shredded Cheese: This will melt over top the chiliJalapeños: Spicy deliciousnessCilantro: Looks good and adds a great flavoringAvocado: Sliced and add inTortilla Strips: A crunchy biteFrito Chips: Pile them on!Lime Wedges: Squeeze over top
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All nutritional information is based on third party calculations and is only an estimate. Each recipe and nutritional value will vary depending on the brands you use, measuring methods and portion sizes per household.
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