Beef Chili Recipe

Name: Beef Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (optional); 1 medium yellow onion, diced; 1 red pepper, diced; 1 green pepper, diced; 1 jalapeno, diced; 1 lb ground beef, 10% fat; 3 garlic cloves, smashed and chopped; 1 tablespoon paprika; 1 tablespoon garlic powder; 1 tablespoon cumin; 1 teaspoon cayenne; 1 tablespoon oregano; 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce; 1 (5 1/2 ounce) can tomato paste; 1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes; 1 (15 ounce) can dark red kidney beans; 2 cups water; 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce; salt and pepper, to taste

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons vegetable oil (optional)
1 medium yellow onion, diced
1 red pepper, diced
1 green pepper, diced
1 jalapeno, diced
1 lb ground beef, 10% fat
3 garlic cloves, smashed and chopped
1 tablespoon paprika
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon cumin
1 teaspoon cayenne
1 tablespoon oregano
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 (5 1/2 ounce) can tomato paste
1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 (15 ounce) can dark red kidney beans
2 cups water
1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
salt and pepper, to taste

1
Sautee onion and peppers in oil with salt and pepper until just soft.
2
Add the ground beef and brown while stirring.
3
Add the garlic and the dry seasonings, adjust to taste.
4
Add the worchestershire and tomato paste and stir for about one minute.
5
Add diced tomato and kidney beans, stir in water.
6
Allow to cook uncovered over low/medium heat for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, add more water if it gets too dry but allow the water to mostly cook off by the end of the 30 minutes.
7
Add the tomato sauce and adjust seasoning.
8
Cook covered for another 15 minutes.
9
Serve hot with diced raw onion, cheese, sour cream, and/or tortilla chips.
10
I use no salt added canned tomato products so I can be in control of my seasonings. Season at every step instead of all at the beginning or the end and and remember that you can always add more salt, but you can't take it out.

576

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

My Personal Notes

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (optional), 1 medium yellow onion, diced, 1 red pepper, diced, 1 green pepper, diced, and more.

Yes, Beef Chili falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Beef Chili

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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