Description
A beloved, hearty beef chili recipe from The Pioneer Woman, featuring a rich tomato base, a blend of flavorful spices, and a mix of beans, perfect for a comforting family meal that warms you from the inside out.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 (14.5 oz) cans diced tomatoes
- 1 (15 oz) can tomato sauce
- 2 cups beef broth
- 2 (15 oz) cans kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 (15 oz) can pinto beans, drained and rinsed
- 2–3 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- For serving: Shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, sliced green onions, diced avocado, tortilla chips
Instructions
- In a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot, brown ground beef over medium-high heat, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain any excess fat. Add diced onion, green bell pepper, and minced garlic to the pot; cook until vegetables are softened and translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in chili powder, cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in the undrained diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and beef broth. Stir well to combine, scraping any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
- Add the drained and rinsed kidney beans and pinto beans to the pot. Bring the chili mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for at least 1.5 to 2 hours, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. The longer it simmers, the more the flavors will meld and deepen.
- After simmering, taste the chili and adjust seasonings as needed, adding more salt, pepper, or spices to your preference. Ladle the hot chili into bowls and serve immediately with your favorite toppings, such as shredded cheddar cheese, a dollop of sour cream, sliced green onions, diced avocado, or crunchy tortilla chips.
Notes
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Pioneer Woman Chili, Hearty Beef Chili, Comfort Food