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Ground Beef Stovetop Chili

Hearty Ground Beef Stovetop Chili for Cozy Comfort Nights

This Ground Beef Stovetop Chili is a quick, customizable comfort food perfect for weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil substitute with vegetable or coconut oil
  • 1 large Yellow Onion can use shallots or white onion as alternatives
  • 4 cloves Garlic fresh garlic is ideal, but garlic powder can substitute
  • 1 medium Green Bell Pepper can use any color or omit
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper yellow or orange peppers are alternatives
  • 1 pound Ground Beef (80/20 blend) consider ground turkey or plant-based options
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper freshly ground preferred
For the Chili Flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Chili Powder taco seasoning can be swapped for a different kick
  • 1 tablespoon Ground Cumin essential for authentic chili
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika regular paprika can be used for milder taste
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Italian seasoning can work as a substitute
  • to taste Cayenne Pepper optional to increase heat
For the Liquid Base
  • 1 28 oz can Crushed Tomatoes can substitute with fresh diced tomatoes
  • 1 15 oz can Tomato Sauce can replace with additional crushed tomatoes
  • 1 15 oz can Diced Tomatoes undrained, can use fresh instead
  • 1 15 oz can Kidney Beans consider black or pinto beans as alternatives
  • 1 15 oz can Black Beans swap for other beans based on preference
  • 1 cup Beef Broth vegetable broth works for vegetarian version
  • 2 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar lemon juice can serve as a substitute
For Customizable Toppings
  • Shredded cheddar cheese optional
  • Sour cream optional
  • Chopped green onions optional
  • Avocado slices optional
  • Tortilla chips optional

Equipment

  • Large Pot

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
  2. Sauté one chopped yellow onion for about 5-7 minutes until translucent.
  3. Add 4 minced garlic cloves, one chopped green, and one red bell pepper; cook for 3-5 minutes.
  4. Add 1 pound of ground beef, break apart, and cook for 7-10 minutes until browned, draining excess grease.
  5. Season with salt, pepper, 2 tablespoons chili powder, 1 tablespoon ground cumin, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, and cayenne pepper.
  6. Stir in one 28-ounce can crushed tomatoes, one 15-ounce can tomato sauce, and one 15-ounce can diced tomatoes.
  7. Mix in one 15-ounce can each of kidney and black beans, and 1 cup beef broth.
  8. Bring to a gentle simmer, reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 1-3 hours.
  9. After simmering, stir in 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar and adjust salt and pepper.
  10. Serve topped with optional garnishes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 10gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 25mg

Notes

This Ground Beef Stovetop Chili tastes even better the next day and is perfect for cozy nights.

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