Hearty and Spicy Chili Recipe
A hearty and spicy chili, perfect for a comforting dinner after a long week.
Equipment
- Large pot
- Wooden spoon
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 bell pepper chopped
- 1 can 15 oz kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can 15 oz diced tomatoes
- 1 can 8 oz tomato sauce
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Brown the beef:
- In a large pot over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain excess fat.1 lb ground beef
Sauté vegetables:
- Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, and chopped bell pepper to the pot. Cook until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.1 onion, 2 cloves garlic, 1 bell pepper
Add beans and tomatoes:
- Stir in the kidney beans, diced tomatoes, and tomato sauce.1 can, 1 can, 1 can
Season the chili:
- Add chili powder, ground cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.2 tablespoons chili powder, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1 teaspoon paprika, 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper, Salt and pepper to taste
Simmer:
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and let the chili simmer for about 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
Serve:
- Serve hot, garnished with shredded cheese, sour cream, or green onions if desired.
Notes
Adjust the spices to your heat preference.
Chili can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage.
Chili can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage.
Nutrition
Calories: 1315kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 84gFat: 95gSaturated Fat: 36gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 41gTrans Fat: 6gCholesterol: 322mgSodium: 586mgPotassium: 2080mgFiber: 11gSugar: 13gVitamin A: 9988IUVitamin C: 163mgCalcium: 205mgIron: 14mg
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