Hearty Homemade Chili Recipe: Classic Comfort Food (Print Version)

Classic hearty homemade chili recipe, packed with flavor. This comforting dish is perfect for family dinners or game day gatherings.

# Recipe Info:

Prep Time: 20 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 50 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 70 minutes
Servings: 8 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American
Dietary: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free

# Ingredients:

→ Hearty Foundation

01 - 1 1/2 lbs 85% lean ground beef
02 - 1 large yellow onion, diced
03 - 1 green bell pepper, diced
04 - 1 red bell pepper, diced

→ Deep Chili Flavor

05 - 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes
06 - 1 (15 oz) can diced tomatoes, undrained
07 - 2 (15 oz) cans kidney beans, rinsed and drained
08 - 1 (15 oz) can pinto beans, rinsed and drained
09 - 1 1/2 cups beef broth
10 - 3 tbsp chili powder
11 - 1 tbsp ground cumin
12 - 1 tsp smoked paprika

→ Aromatic Boosters

13 - 4 cloves garlic, minced
14 - 1 tsp dried oregano
15 - 1 bay leaf

→ Seasoning

16 - Salt and black pepper to taste

# Instructions:

01 - In a large Dutch oven or pot, brown 1 1/2 lbs 85% lean ground beef over medium-high heat, breaking it apart with a spoon. Cook until no pink remains, then drain any excess fat. This forms the hearty foundation for your Best Chili Recipe - Hearty Homemade Comfort Food.
02 - Add 1 large yellow onion, 1 green bell pepper, and 1 red bell pepper (all diced) to the pot with the beef. Cook for 5-7 minutes until softened. Stir in 4 cloves minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
03 - Stir in 3 tbsp chili powder, 1 tbsp ground cumin, 1 tsp smoked paprika, and 1 tsp dried oregano. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly. Pour in 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes and 1 (15 oz) can diced tomatoes (undrained).
04 - Add 1 1/2 cups beef broth, 2 (15 oz) cans rinsed and drained kidney beans, and 1 (15 oz) can rinsed and drained pinto beans to the pot. Drop in 1 bay leaf. Stir everything together to combine thoroughly.
05 - Bring the chili to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for at least 40-45 minutes, stirring occasionally. This allows the flavors of your Best Chili Recipe - Hearty Homemade Comfort Food to meld beautifully.
06 - Remove the bay leaf. Season the chili generously with salt and black pepper to taste. For the best Best Chili Recipe - Hearty Homemade Comfort Food, let it rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. Garnish as desired.

# Notes:

01 - For an extra kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a diced jalapeño (seeds removed for less heat) along with the bell peppers.
02 - This chili tastes even better the next day! Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.
03 - Feel free to substitute other beans like black beans for the kidney or pinto beans, or use ground turkey instead of beef for a leaner option.
04 - Serve this hearty chili with your favorite toppings like shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, chopped green onions, or a side of cornbread.

# Tools You'll Need:

01 - Large Dutch oven or stockpot
02 - cutting board
03 - chef's knife
04 - wooden spoon or spatula
05 - can opener
06 - measuring cups
07 - measuring spoons

# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):

Calories: 418 kcal
Total Fat: 17 g
Total Carbohydrate: 37 g
Protein: 33 g

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