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Easy Chili Recipe

Easy Chili Recipe

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5.3 from 8 reviews

This easy chili recipe combines simple ingredients to create a flavorful and hearty dish with a subtle spice and smoky flavor. Perfect for a cozy meal any day of the week!

Ingredients

For the Chili:

  • 1 pound ground beef (453.6 grams)
  • 1 yellow onion, diced
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground chipotle
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 28 ounces diced tomatoes, undrained (794 grams)
  • 15 ounces tomato sauce (425 grams)
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon liquid smoke
  • 15.5 ounces kidney beans, drained and rinsed (439 grams)

Instructions

  1. Cook the Meat and Vegetables: Preheat a large pot over medium-high heat. Add ground beef, onion, bell pepper, and garlic. Cook until beef is browned and vegetables are tender.
  2. Season and Simmer: Add chili powder, cumin, chipotle, cayenne, salt, tomatoes, tomato sauce, Worcestershire sauce, liquid smoke, and beans. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 30 minutes.
  3. Adjust and Serve: Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve hot, topped with sour cream, red onions, and cheddar cheese.

Notes

  • The level of heat in the chili can be adjusted by reducing or omitting the cayenne and black pepper.
  • You can customize the spice level by adding small amounts of cayenne and black pepper at the end.

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