This quick and easy American beef chili is the perfect meal for a cold winter night or a busy weeknight dinner. Packed with ground beef, beans, tomatoes, and spices, this chili is sure to satisfy your craving for a hearty and comforting meal. Best of all, it can be ready in just 30 minutes!
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce
- 1 cup beef broth
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped green onions
Directions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon.
- Add the diced onion and garlic, and cook until the onion is soft and translucent.
- Stir in the kidney beans, black beans, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, beef broth, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Bring the chili to a simmer and let it cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.
- Serve the chili hot, topped with shredded cheese, sour cream, and chopped green onions, if desired.
Interesting Facts
Chili is the official state dish of Texas.
Beans are a great source of fiber and protein in this chili recipe.
Leftover chili can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for future meals.