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homemade beef chili recipe

Hearty Homemade Beef Chili Recipe for Cozy Nights

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A hearty homemade beef chili recipe packed with flavor and perfect for family dinners.

  • Total Time: 75 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds lean ground beef
  • 1 onion diced
  • 1 jalapeño seeded and finely diced
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 ½ tablespoons chili powder divided, or to taste
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 green bell pepper seeded and diced
  • 14.5 ounces crushed tomatoes (1 can)
  • 19 ounces canned red kidney beans drained and rinsed
  • 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes with juices
  • 1 ½ cups beef broth
  • 1 cup beer
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar (optional)
  • salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Combine ground beef and 1 ½ tablespoons chili powder.
  2. In a large pot, brown ground beef, onion, jalapeno, and garlic. Drain any fat.
  3. Add in remaining ingredients and bring to a boil.
  4. Reduce heat and simmer uncovered 45-60 minutes or until chili has reached desired thickness.
  5. Top with cheddar cheese, green onions, cilantro or other favorite toppings.

Notes

  • Adjust chili powder to taste for more or less heat.
  • Brown sugar is optional but adds a slight sweetness.
  • For a thicker chili, simmer longer.
  • Author: Emily Frost
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 60 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg