Description
Discover the satisfying warmth of Easy Homemade Chili, a hearty dish perfect for any occasion. This delicious chili is not only packed with flavor but is also incredibly simple to prepare, making it ideal for game day gatherings, family dinners, or cozy nights at home. With a rich blend of spices and tender ground beef combined with nutritious beans, this chili is sure to become a favorite in your household. It’s customizable for varying spice levels and can be served on its own or atop baked potatoes and nachos for added versatility. Enjoy a comforting bowl of chili that will leave everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
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- 1 Tablespoon olive oil
- 1 large onion (diced)
- 2 pounds lean ground beef
- 1/4 cup red apple vinegar
- 14.5 ounce can diced tomatoes (petite, undrained)
- 4 cups tomato juice
- 1 cup ketchup
- 2 15 ounce cans pinto beans (undrained)
- 1 16 ounce can kidney beans (undrained)
- 1 Tablespoon light brown sugar
- 3 Tablespoons chili powder
- ¾ teaspoon garlic salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or more if you want it spicier)
- Cornmeal (to thicken, if desired)
- Shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
- Sour cream (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat and sauté the diced onion until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Add the ground beef, breaking it into small pieces while cooking until fully browned; drain excess grease.
- Stir in red apple vinegar and cook for another minute before adding diced tomatoes, tomato juice, ketchup, beans, brown sugar, and spices.
- Bring to a boil then reduce heat to medium-low; simmer uncovered for at least one hour or up to three hours until thickened.
- Serve hot with optional toppings like cheese or sour cream.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour (up to 3 hours)
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg