Easy Homemade Chili
A satisfying, hearty meal that warms you from the inside out, this easy homemade chili combines ground beef with vibrant spices and wholesome ingredients.
Ingredients
For the Chili
- 2 tablespoons olive oil For cooking
- 1 large yellow onion, diced About 2-2.5 cups when chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Kosher salt to taste
- 1 pound lean ground beef (94% lean)
- ¼ cup chili powder Adjust according to spice preference
- 1½ tablespoons dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 2 (14.5-ounce) cans fire-roasted tomatoes with their juices
- 2 cups low-sodium beef broth (or Better than bouillon beef)
- 1 (12-ounce) jar roasted red bell pepper, drained and chopped (About 1 cup)
- 1–2 (4-ounce) cans diced green chiles
- 2 (15-ounce) cans kidney beans, drained and rinsed
Optional Toppings
- sour cream
- shredded cheese
- fresh cilantro
- tortilla chips
Instructions
Preparation
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
- Add diced yellow onion and saute until they soften (about 3 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic and lean ground beef. Brown the beef for approximately 4 minutes.
- Add chili powder, dried oregano, and sugar, stirring for about 2 minutes to release flavors.
- Pour in fire-roasted tomatoes, beef broth, roasted red bell peppers, and diced green chiles.
- Increase heat to bring mixture to a boil, then reduce to a simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Stir in kidney beans, simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- Season with salt to taste and serve hot with optional toppings.
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Notes
Chili can be made ahead of time for enhanced flavors. Store in an airtight container for 4-5 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Adjust spice level as desired. Consider a DIY chili bar for serving.