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Best Beef Chili Recipe

Best Beef Chili Recipe: Easy Comfort Food for 4 Servings

  • Author: Jake Lylia
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: None

Description

This Best Beef Chili Recipe is a crowd‑pleasing, one‑pot comfort classic that combines ground beef, kidney beans, diced tomatoes, onion, garlic, and a perfect blend of chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika. Ready in under an hour, it delivers rich, smoky flavor and hearty texture, making it ideal for quick dinners, game day gatherings, or meal‑prep lunches. Easy to customize, this chili stays moist and flavorful, perfect for families seeking a satisfying, protein‑rich bowl for true food fans!

Ingredients

Scale
    • 1 pound ground beef
    • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
    • 1 medium onion
    • chopped
    • 2 cloves garlic
    • minced
    • 1 tablespoon chili powder
    • 1 teaspoon cumin
    • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
    • 1 cup beef broth
    • 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans
    • drained and rinsed
    • 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
    • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Measure out all spices, chop the onion, mince the garlic, and open the cans.
  2. Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, sauté until translucent and fragrant, about 3‑4 minutes.
  3. Add the ground beef, break it apart, and cook until fully browned, about 6‑8 minutes. Drain excess fat if desired.
  4. Stir in chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for 1 minute to toast the spices.
  5. Add diced tomatoes, kidney beans, and beef broth. Stir, scraping the bottom of the pot to release any browned bits.
  6. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or a splash more broth if needed. Serve hot with your favorite toppings.

Notes

  • For a spicier version
  • add a diced jalapeño or a pinch of cayenne. Leftovers improve in flavor after refrigeration.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4 servings

Keywords: Best Beef Chili Recipe, easy beef chili, quick dinner chili, comfort food chili, one pot chili, family dinner recipes, spicy beef stew, low effort chili, hearty chili recipe, meal prep chili

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