Description
This One-Pot Chili Recipe is a hearty, chunky, and flavorful dish featuring ground beef, kidney beans, tomatoes, and a blend of aromatic spices. Perfect for an easy weeknight meal, it simmers on the stovetop to meld all the rich flavors together, making it a delicious and satisfying comfort food served best with cornbread and your favorite toppings like shredded cheddar cheese and sour cream.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lbs ground beef
- 1 onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, crushed
- 2 cans kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 (28 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 1 (6 oz) can tomato paste
- 1 (4.5 oz) can green chilies
- 3 cups chicken broth (or water with 2 teaspoons chicken bouillon powder)
Spices
- 2 Tbsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 tsp hot sauce
- 1 tsp sugar
Instructions
- Cook the Beef: In a large pot over medium heat, brown the ground beef thoroughly, breaking it apart as it cooks. Once fully cooked, drain any excess fat to reduce grease.
- Sauté Aromatics: Add the diced onion and crushed garlic to the pot with the beef. Cook and stir until the onion becomes soft and translucent, releasing its aroma, about 3-5 minutes.
- Add Spices and Ingredients: Stir in all the spices including chili powder, salt, cumin, oregano, cayenne pepper, hot sauce, and sugar. Then add the drained kidney beans, green chilies, diced tomatoes with their juice, tomato paste, and chicken broth.
- Simmer the Chili: Bring the mixture to a vigorous boil, then reduce heat to medium-low. Let it simmer uncovered for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking and to allow flavors to meld and thicken the chili.
- Serve: Spoon the chili into bowls and garnish with shredded cheddar cheese and sour cream if desired. Serve hot alongside warm cornbread for a classic pairing.
Notes
- This one-pot chili recipe is a classic, hearty, and beefy meal that’s a staple for chilly days or casual gatherings.
- Using a single pot reduces cleanup and simplifies cooking without compromising flavor.
- You can substitute chicken broth with water and bouillon powder if preferred.
- Adding toppings like shredded cheddar cheese and sour cream enhances the richness and texture.
- Adjust cayenne pepper and hot sauce amounts to control the heat level to your preference.
- Serve with traditional sides like cornbread for the authentic chili experience.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 7 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
