Description
This Classic Beef Chili Recipe features hearty ground beef simmered with spices, onions, garlic, kidney beans, and crushed tomatoes to create a flavorful and comforting dish perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Vegetables
- 2 pounds ground beef, 85/15
- 1 yellow onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Spices and Seasonings
- 3 tablespoons tomato paste
- 3 tablespoons chili powder
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon coarse ground black pepper
Beans and Tomatoes
- 15 ounces canned kidney beans, rinsed and drained
- 28 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
Instructions
- Cook the Ground Beef and Onion: In a large pot over medium heat, add the ground beef and chopped onion. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the beef is no longer pink and the onions have softened, which should take about 7-10 minutes.
- Drain Fat and Add Garlic: Drain and discard any excess fat from the pot. Then add the minced garlic, stirring and cooking for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add Spices and Tomato Paste: Stir in the tomato paste, chili powder, ground cumin, cayenne pepper, kosher salt, and black pepper. Mix well to coat the meat evenly with the seasonings.
- Add Beans and Tomatoes: Pour in the rinsed and drained kidney beans and the crushed tomatoes. Stir to combine all ingredients thoroughly.
- Simmer the Chili: Bring the mixture up to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking and allowing flavors to meld.
Notes
- For a thicker chili, simmer longer to reduce excess liquid.
- Adjust cayenne pepper quantity to taste for preferred spice level.
- Serve with toppings such as shredded cheese, sour cream, or chopped green onions if desired.
- This chili can be made in advance and tastes even better the next day.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: classic beef chili, easy chili recipe, ground beef chili, hearty chili, kidney bean chili, comfort food
