Hearty Homemade Chili
A flavorful and customizable chili recipe perfect for a cozy night in. This recipe is easy to make and packed with delicious ingredients.
Equipment
- Large pot or Dutch oven
- Wooden spoon
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground Beef
- 1 Large Onion chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic minced
- 1 Green Bell Pepper chopped
- 1 Red Bell Pepper chopped
- 28 ounces Crushed Tomatoes can
- 15 ounces Tomato Sauce can
- 15 ounces Kidney Beans can, rinsed and drained
- 2 tablespoons Chili Powder
- 1 teaspoon Cumin
- 1 teaspoon Oregano
- 2 cups Beef Broth
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
Instructions
Instructions
- Brown the ground beef in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain off any excess grease.
- Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, and bell peppers to the pot and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute more, stirring constantly, to toast the spices.
- Add the crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, kidney beans, and beef broth to the pot. Stir well to combine.
- Bring the chili to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for at least 1 hour, or up to 2 hours, stirring occasionally. The longer it simmers, the better the flavor.
- Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Serve hot, topped with your favorite toppings such as shredded cheese, sour cream, and chopped onions.
Notes
For a spicier chili, add a pinch of cayenne pepper. You can also substitute ground turkey or vegetarian crumbles for the beef. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.