Classic Beef Chili
A hearty and flavorful classic beef chili that's perfect for warming up on a chilly day. Packed with protein and spices, this dish is sure to become a favorite!
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Ingredients
Yields 4 servings
- (1 lb) ground beef
- (1) onion, diced
- (2) garlic cloves, minced
- (1) green bell pepper, diced
- (1) red bell pepper, diced
- (2 cans) (15 oz each) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- (1 can) (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
- (2 tbsp) tomato paste
- (1 tbsp) chili powder
- (1 tsp) cumin
- (1 tsp) smoked paprika
- (1/2 tsp) salt
- (1/2 tsp) black pepper
- (2 cups) beef broth
- (1 tbsp) olive oil
Instructions
- 1
In a large pot, heat (1 tbsp) olive oil over medium heat.
- 2
Add (1) diced onion and sauté for about 3 minutes until translucent.
- 3
Add (2) minced garlic cloves and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- 4
Stir in (1) diced green bell pepper and (1) diced red bell pepper, cooking for about 5 minutes until softened.
- 5
Add (1 lb) ground beef to the pot. Cook until browned and no longer pink, breaking it apart as it cooks, about 5-7 minutes.
- 6
Once the beef is browned, drain any excess fat if necessary.
- 7
Add (2) cans of kidney beans, (1 can) crushed tomatoes, and (2 tbsp) tomato paste to the pot. Stir well to combine.
- 8
Season with (1 tbsp) chili powder, (1 tsp) cumin, (1 tsp) smoked paprika, (1/2 tsp) salt, and (1/2 tsp) black pepper.
- 9
Pour in (2 cups) beef broth and stir everything together.
- 10
Bring the chili to a boil, then reduce heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 11
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve hot.
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