The Pioneer Woman Chili
A hearty and rich dish perfect for chilly evenings or gatherings, featuring bold spices, savory meats, and beans for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 lbs ground beef (or ground turkey)
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 each green bell pepper, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cans (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
- 2 cups beef broth
- 2 cans (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) pinto beans, drained and rinsed
- 2-3 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Toppings
- Shredded cheese
- Sour cream
- Green onions
- Avocado slices
- Tortilla chips (optional)
Instructions
Preparation
- Chop the onion, bell pepper, and garlic, and have your canned ingredients ready.
Cooking
- In a large pot, brown the ground beef (or turkey) over medium heat until no longer pink, then drain excess fat.
- Add diced onion and green bell pepper to the pot. Sauté until softened, about 4-5 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Stir in chili powder, cumin, paprika, and optional cayenne pepper, mixing well.
- Add diced tomatoes and tomato sauce; stir to combine.
- Pour in beef broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and let it simmer for 30-40 minutes.
- Add drained kidney and pinto beans; cook for another 10 minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper, then serve hot.
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Notes
Customize with various toppings like cheese, sour cream, and avocado. Allow flavors to deepen with a resting period before serving.