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Best Ground Beef Stovetop Chili

A hearty and flavorful stovetop chili made with ground beef, beans, and spices, perfect for a cozy meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Meat and Beans
  • 1 lb ground beef 80/20 for best flavor
  • 1 can kidney beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 can black beans drained and rinsed
Vegetables
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 1 medium bell pepper diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
Liquids and Spices
  • 1 can diced tomatoes with juices
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 2 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tbsp cumin
  • 1 tsp salt to taste
  • 1 tsp black pepper to taste

Method
 

Cook the Beef
  1. In a large pot over medium heat, add the ground beef and cook until browned, about 5 minutes.
  2. Drain excess fat if necessary.
Add Vegetables
  1. Add the diced onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic to the pot.
  2. Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
Combine Ingredients
  1. Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, beef broth, kidney beans, black beans, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Bring the mixture to a boil.
Simmer
  1. Reduce heat to low and let simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  2. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
Serve
  1. Serve hot, garnished with your choice of toppings such as cheese, sour cream, or green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gFiber: 8gSugar: 4g

Notes

This chili can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. It also freezes well for up to 3 months.

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