Beef Chili with Chipotle Chilies and Cilantro

Name: Beef Chili with Chipotle Chilies and Cilantro
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 pounds lean ground beef; 2 cups chopped onions; 3 tablespoons ground cumin; 3 tablespoons chili powder; 1 1/2 tablespoons garlic powder; 1 tablespoon chopped canned chipotle chilies in adobo sauce*; 2 1/2 cups (or more) water; 1 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro; Grated cheddar cheese; Sour cream; Additional chopped onion; *Canned chipotle chilies are available at Latin American markets, specialty foods stores and some supermarkets.

Servings: persons

2 pounds lean ground beef
2 cups chopped onions
3 tablespoons ground cumin
3 tablespoons chili powder
1 1/2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon chopped canned chipotle chilies in adobo sauce*
2 1/2 cups (or more) water
1 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro
Grated cheddar cheese
Sour cream
Additional chopped onion
*Canned chipotle chilies are available at Latin American markets, specialty foods stores and some supermarkets.

1
Saute beef and 2 cups chopped onions in large Dutch oven over high heat until beef is cooked through, stirring often and breaking up beef with back of spoon, about 10 minutes.
2
Add cumin, chili powder, garlic powder and chipotle chilies; saute 3 minutes.
3
Mix in 2 1/2 cups water and 1/2 cup cilantro.
4
Reduce heat to medium-low.
5
Cover partially and cook 1 1/2 hours, adding more water by 1/4 cupfuls if chili becomes dry.
6
Season with salt and pepper.
7
(Can be made 1 day ahead.
8
Cover; chill.
9
Bring to simmer before continuing.)
10
Mix remaining 1/2 cup cilantro into chili.
11
Ladle chili into bowls.
12
Serve, passing cheese, sour cream and additional chopped onion separately.

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* 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

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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

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

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 pounds lean ground beef, 2 cups chopped onions, 3 tablespoons ground cumin, 3 tablespoons chili powder, and more.

Yes, Beef Chili with Chipotle Chilies and Cilantro 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!