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Easy Chili Recipe

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This easy chili recipe is a hearty and flavorful one-pot meal that combines ground beef, tomatoes, beans, and a blend of spices. Perfect for a cozy dinner, it simmers on the stovetop to develop rich flavors and can be customized with your favorite toppings.

Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp Olive oil
  • 1/2 large Onion, chopped
  • 8 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 2 lb Ground beef

Tomato and Bean Mixture

  • 2 (15-oz) cans Diced tomatoes with liquid
  • 1 (6-oz) can Tomato paste
  • 1 (4-oz) can Green chiles with liquid
  • 1 (15-oz) can Black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 (15-oz) can Pinto beans, drained and rinsed

Liquids and Sauces

  • 1/2 cup Beef broth, reduced sodium
  • 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

Spices

  • 1/4 cup Chili powder
  • 2 tbsp Cumin
  • 1 tbsp Dried oregano
  • 2 tsp Sea salt
  • 1 tsp Black pepper
  • 1 medium Bay leaf (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare aromatics: Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes until it becomes translucent, softening and releasing its sweetness.
  2. Sauté garlic: Add the minced garlic to the pot and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, stirring constantly to avoid burning.
  3. Brown the ground beef: Add the ground beef to the pot. Break it apart with a wooden spoon and cook for 8-10 minutes until nicely browned and no longer pink.
  4. Add remaining ingredients: Stir in the diced tomatoes with their liquid, tomato paste, green chiles, black beans, pinto beans, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, chili powder, cumin, dried oregano, sea salt, and black pepper. Mix everything well. If using, place the bay leaf into the center of the mixture.
  5. Simmer the chili: Bring the chili to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover the pot and let it simmer gently for 45 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and develop fully.
  6. Finish and serve: Remove and discard the bay leaf. Serve the chili warm with optional toppings such as sour cream, shredded cheese, avocado slices, or hot sauce to suit your taste.

Notes

  • For a spicier chili, add more green chiles or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
  • To make this recipe vegetarian, substitute the ground beef with cooked lentils or plant-based crumbles and use vegetable broth.
  • Leftover chili stores well in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and freezes nicely for up to 3 months.
  • You can thicken the chili by simmering it uncovered for the last 10-15 minutes if desired.
  • Serve with cornbread or crusty bread for a complete meal.

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