Description
Warm up your dinner table with this Best Homemade Chili, a delightful blend of hearty ingredients that brings comfort and flavor to any occasion. This recipe is perfect for family gatherings, game nights, or a cozy weeknight meal. With tender meat, vibrant vegetables, and a medley of spices, each spoonful offers a taste of nostalgia reminiscent of family dinners. It’s easy to prepare with minimal fuss, making it a go-to choice for busy days while still being rich in flavor and nutrients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds ground beef (or turkey)
- 2 cans kidney beans (15-ounce cans, drained and rinsed)
- 2 small green peppers (diced)
- 1 small yellow onion (diced)
- 2 cans diced tomatoes (15-ounce cans)
- 1 can tomato sauce (15 ounces)
- 1 can tomato paste (6 ounces)
- 3 tablespoons chili powder
- 2 tablespoons garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons onion powder
- 3 tablespoons cumin
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon chipotle powder
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ½ tablespoon salt
- 1 teaspoon white pepper
- ½ teaspoon baking soda (optional)
Instructions
- In a large Dutch oven, sauté diced peppers and onions until translucent.
- Stir in all seasonings (except baking soda) and cook for 1-2 minutes.
- Add ground meat; brown until just cooked through.
- Pour in tomato products; mix well.
- Simmer over medium-low heat for about 15 minutes before adding beans.
- Incorporate baking soda; stir until bubbling subsides.
- Serve hot with your favorite toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg