The Best Chili Recipe
Loaded with ground beef, beans, tomatoes, and bold spices, this hearty chili is perfect for game day or cozy nights—flavor-packed and easy to make!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Dinner, Main Course, Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
2 pounds lean ground beef
1 onion, diced
1 jalapeño, seeded and finely diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
2½ tablespoons chili powder, divided (or to taste)
1 teaspoon cumin
1 green bell pepper, seeded and diced
1 (14.5 oz) can crushed tomatoes
1 (19 oz) can red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes with juices
1½ cups beef broth
1 cup beer (or substitute with more broth)
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 tablespoon brown sugar (optional)
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
Combine ground beef with 1½ tablespoons chili powder.
In a large pot, brown the beef with onion, jalapeño, and garlic over medium heat. Drain excess fat.
Add all remaining ingredients. Stir to combine.
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 45–60 minutes, or until thickened to your liking.
Serve hot with toppings like cheddar cheese, green onions, sour cream, cilantro, or tortilla chips.
Notes
Serving Size: About 1½ cups
You can use any ground meat (turkey, pork, or chicken) in place of beef.
Beer adds flavor but can be swapped for broth.
Optional toppings: cheese, sour cream, jalapeños, avocado, red onion, lime wedges, tortilla chips.
Make ahead and refrigerate or freeze — chili tastes even better the next day!
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