Go Back

Classic Chili

Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Servings 0

Equipment

  • 1 Large Pot
  • 1 Stove
  • 1 cutting board
  • 1 knife
  • 1 Cooking Spoon or Spatula
  • 1 Can Opener
  • 2-3 Measuring spoons
  • 2-3 Measuring spoons
  • 1 Ladle optional
  • Bowls for Serving
  • Toppings (optional) Bowls or plates for serving optional toppings such as shredded cheese, sour cream, sliced green onions, chopped cilantro, or diced avocado.

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 bell pepper chopped
  • 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 oz)
  • 1 can kidney beans drained and rinsed (15 oz)
  • 1 can black beans drained and rinsed (15oz)
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 can tomato paste 6oz
  • 2 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • Salt
  • pepper
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • toppings (optional) shredded cheese, sour cream, sliced green onions, chopped cilantro, diced avocado

Instructions
 

  • Brown Beef: In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add grass-fed ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula as it cooks. Drain excess fat if necessary.
  • Sauté Vegetables: Add chopped onion, minced garlic, and chopped bell pepper to the pot with the beef. Sauté until the vegetables are softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  • Add Remaining Ingredients: Stir in diced tomatoes, kidney beans, black beans, beef broth, tomato paste, chili powder, ground cumin, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix well to combine.
  • Simmer: Bring the chili to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let the chili simmer for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together, stirring occasionally.
  • Adjust Seasoning: Taste the chili and adjust the seasoning if needed, adding more salt, pepper, or chili powder according to your preference.
  • Serve: Ladle the hot chili into bowls and garnish with your favorite toppings such as shredded cheese, sour cream, sliced green onions, chopped cilantro, or diced avocado. Serve hot and enjoy your delicious classic beef chili!

Notes

This classic beef chili is hearty, flavorful, and perfect for warming up on a chilly day. Feel free to customize the recipe by adding additional vegetables, adjusting the spice level, or experimenting with different types of beans.
Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!