Easy Chili Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 large Onion (diced)
• 1 Bell Pepper (any color, diced)
• 5 cloves Garlic (minced or pressed)
• 2 Tbsp Olive Oil
• 1 lb Ground Beef (90/10 lean)
• 1 Tbsp Tomato Paste
• 3 Tbsp Chili Powder
• 1 Tbsp Cumin
• 0.25 tsp Cayenne Pepper
• 1.5 tsp Oregano
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.25 tsp Black Pepper (cracked)
• 1 Tbsp Cocoa Powder (unsweetened)
• 1 Tbsp Brown Sugar
• 15 oz Diced Tomatoes (canned, drained)
• 8 oz Tomato Sauce
• 1 can Black Beans (15.5 oz, drained and rinsed)
• 1 can Pinto Beans (15.5 oz, drained and rinsed)
• 2 cup Beef Broth
• 0.5 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese (for topping)
• 2 Green Onions (chopped, for topping)
• 0.25 cup Sour Cream (for topping)

Instructions

1. Prep Vegetables

   Dice the onion, halve and dice the bell pepper (remove seeds and pith), and mince or press the garlic cloves. Set each aside in a bowl.

   Time: PT5M

2. Prepare Beans

   Open the cans of black beans and pinto beans, drain, rinse under cold water, and set aside.

   Time: PT2M

3. Sauté Aromatics

   Heat 2 Tbsp olive oil in the Dutch oven over medium‑high heat. Add the diced onion and bell pepper, stirring occasionally, and cook until slightly softened, about 5 minutes.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: medium-high

4. Add Garlic

   Add the minced garlic to the pot and cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute until fragrant. Be careful not to burn it.

   Time: PT1M

   Temperature: medium

5. Brown the Beef

   Add the ground beef to the pot, breaking it up with the wooden spoon. Cook, stirring, until fully browned and no longer pink, about 6 minutes.

   Time: PT6M

   Temperature: medium

6. Stir in Tomato Paste

   Mix in 1 Tbsp tomato paste and cook for 1 minute, allowing it to caramelize slightly.

   Time: PT1M

   Temperature: medium

7. Add Spices

   Add chili powder, cumin, cayenne, oregano, salt, and cracked black pepper. Stir for 1 minute to toast the spices.

   Time: PT1M

   Temperature: medium

8. Combine Remaining Ingredients

   Stir in cocoa powder, brown sugar, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, drained beans, and beef broth. Mix well to incorporate everything.

   Time: PT2M

   Temperature: medium

9. Simmer

   Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chili thickens and flavors meld.

   Time: PT25M

   Temperature: low

10. Finish and Serve

    Taste and add more salt or spice if needed. Ladle into bowls and top with shredded cheddar cheese, chopped green onions, and a dollop of sour cream.

    Time: PT2M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

300

Protein

20g

Carbohydrates

22g

Fat

12g

Fiber

6g