Description
A rich and hearty First Place Chili Recipe made with ground beef, beans, bold spices, and slow-simmered to perfection. Ideal for stovetop or crockpot cooking.
Ingredients
2 lbs Ground Beef (80/20 blend recommended)
1 large Onion, chopped
2 Green Bell Peppers, chopped
2 Red Bell Peppers, chopped
4 cloves Garlic, minced
2 (28 oz) cans Crushed Tomatoes
1 (15 oz) can Tomato Sauce
1 (15 oz) can Diced Tomatoes
1 (15 oz) can Kidney Beans
1 (15 oz) can Black Beans
1 (15 oz) can Pinto Beans
1 cup Beef Broth
¼ cup Chili Powder
2 tbsp Ground Cumin
1 tbsp Smoked Paprika
1 tbsp Dried Oregano
1 tsp Cayenne Pepper (optional)
1 tsp Salt
½ tsp Black Pepper
2 tbsp Olive Oil
1 tbsp Brown Sugar (optional)
Optional Garnishes: Cilantro, Cheddar, Sour Cream, Green Onions, Jalapeños
Instructions
1. Chop all vegetables and garlic.
2. Heat oil, brown ground beef. Drain excess fat.
3. Add onions and peppers, sauté until soft.
4. Add garlic and all spices, stir until fragrant.
5. Stir in tomatoes, beans, and broth.
6. Simmer covered for 1-2 hours on low.
7. Uncover last 30 min to thicken.
8. Adjust seasoning and sweetness.
9. Serve hot with desired toppings.
Notes
For crockpot version: Brown meat and sauté veggies before transferring to slow cooker.
Freeze in portions for up to 3 months.
Reheat gently with added broth or water if needed.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 790mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg