Chili Recipes

The Best Classic Chili – This traditional chili recipe is just like mom used to make with ground beef, beans, and a simple homemade blend of chili seasonings.

This classic chili is perfect for a weeknight meal because it can be made in minutes. The only thing to chop is an onion.

In addition to the chili ingredients listed in this recipe for chili, you may also want to have these things as toppings.

I’ve been playing around with this chili recipe for the past few months, making it many times. My family didn’t mind the repetition at all because I really do believe that I ended up with the best chili ever!

The Best Classic Chili Recipe

The Best Classic Chili – This traditional chili recipe is just like mom used to make with ground beef, beans, and a simple homemade blend of chili seasonings.

Prep: 5min

Total: 30min

Yield: 6

Serving Size: 1 /6th of the recipe

Nutrition Facts: servingSize 1 /6th of the recipe, calories 334 kcal, Carbohydrate 34 g, Protein 25 g, Fat 11 g, Saturated Fat 3 g, Cholesterol 49 mg, Sodium 1249 mg, Fiber 9 g, Sugar 10 g

Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion (-diced)
• 1 pound 90% lean ground beef
• 2 1/2 tablespoons chili powder
• 2 tablespoons ground cumin
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon garlic powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper* (-optional)
• 1 1/2 cups beef broth
• 1 (15 oz.) can petite diced tomatoes
• 1 (16 oz.) can red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 (8 oz.) can tomato sauce

Instruction:

1. Add the olive oil to a large soup pot and place it over medium-high heat for two minutes. Add the onion. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
2. Add the ground beef to the pot. Break it apart with a wooden spoon. Cook for 6-7 minutes, until the beef is browned, stirring occasionally.
3. Add the chili powder, cumin, sugar, tomato paste, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and optional cayenne. Stir until well combined.
4. Add the broth, diced tomatoes (with their juice), drained beans, and tomato sauce. Stir well.
5. Bring the liquid to a low boil. Then, reduce the heat (low to medium-low) to gently simmer the chili, uncovered, for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6. Remove the pot from the heat. Let the chili rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.

The Best Chili Recipe

This is the best chili recipe! A big pot of ground beef chili loaded with beef and beans is the perfect game day food!

Prep: 20min

Total: 65min

Yield: 8

Serving Size: 1 serving

Nutrition Facts: calories 395 kcal, Carbohydrate 27 g, Protein 29 g, Fat 17 g, Saturated Fat 6 g, Cholesterol 77 mg, Sodium 283 mg, Fiber 7 g, Sugar 6 g, servingSize 1 serving

Ingredients:

• 2 pounds lean ground beef
• 1 onion (diced)
• 1 jalapeno (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 ½ ounces crushed tomatoes (canned)
• 19 ounces kidney beans (canned, drained & rinsed)
• 14 ½ ounces diced tomatoes (with juice)
• 1 ½ cups beef broth
• 1 cup beer
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar (optional)
• salt and pepper (to taste)

Instruction:

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. Reduce heat and simmer uncovered 45-60 minutes or until chili has reached desired thickness.
4. Top with cheddar cheese, green onions, cilantro or other favorite toppings.

Classic Chili

This easy beef chili recipe is perfect for wintery nights. With kidney beans, tomato paste, and ground beef, this classic chili will become your new go-to.

Prep: 10min

Total: 40min

Yield: 6 serving(s)

Nutrition Facts: calories 451 Calories, Fat 28 g, Saturated Fat 10 g, Trans Fat 1 g, Cholesterol 85 mg, Sodium 806 mg, Carbohydrate 18 g, Fiber 7 g, Sugar 9 g, Protein 27 g

Ingredients:

• 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
• 1/2 large white onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
• 2 tbsp. tomato paste
• 1 1/2 lb. ground beef
• 1 1/2 tbsp. chili powder
• 1 tsp. dried oregano
• 1 tsp. ground cumin
• 1/2 tsp. paprika
• 1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper (optional)
• Kosher salt
• Freshly ground black pepper
• 1 (28-oz.) can crushed tomatoes
• 1 (15-oz.) can kidney beans, drained
• Shredded cheddar, sour cream, and sliced scallions, for serving

Instruction:

1. In a large pot over medium heat, heat oil. Add onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until slightly softened and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute more. Add tomato paste, stirring to coat vegetables. Add ground beef and cook, breaking up meat with a spoon, until no longer pink, about 7 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
2. Add chili powder, oregano, cumin, paprika, and cayenne (if using); generously season with salt and black pepper. Pour in tomatoes and beans and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium and simmer, stirring occasionally, until flavors have melded and liquid is slightly reduced, about 20 minutes; season with salt and black pepper, if needed.
3. Ladle chili into bowls. Top with cheese, sour cream, and scallions.

HOMEMADE CHILI RECIPE for Making a Mean Grown-Up Chili

FAQ

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How does Martha Stewart make chili?

1. 1 tablespoon vegetable oil.
2. 3 medium onions, chopped.
3. 6 garlic cloves, chopped.
4. Coarse salt and ground pepper.
5. 1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste.
6. 3 tablespoons chili powder.
7. 2 tablespoons chopped canned chipotle chiles in adobo sauce.
8. ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon.

What is the best meat to use for homemade chili?