Description
Experience the warmth and comfort of The Best Homemade Stovetop Chili, a delightful dish perfect for family dinners or gatherings. This savory chili combines seasoned ground beef, hearty beans, and fire-roasted tomatoes to create a rich flavor profile that satisfies every palate. With just a dash of spices and customizable toppings, this easy stovetop recipe can be on your table in no time. Whether it’s a chilly evening or game day, this classic chili promises to be a hit.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 ¾ cups beef broth
- 1 (28 oz) can fire-roasted crushed tomatoes
- 1 (15 oz) can red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 (15 oz) can pinto beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 3 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 ½ teaspoons garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon chili powder (optional, for spicier chili)
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
- Sauté the chopped onion for about 2 minutes until softened.
- Add ground beef; cook until browned (about 5 minutes), then drain excess fat.
- Stir in minced garlic and spices; cook for an additional 30 seconds.
- Incorporate beef broth, crushed tomatoes, and both types of beans; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 1–2 hours until thickened.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg