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A bowl of hearty beef chili topped with sour cream, shredded cheese, cilantro, and lime wedges.

Best Ever Beef Chili Recipe

A hearty and flavorful beef chili perfect for cozy nights. Loaded with beans and spices, it's easy to make and sure to satisfy.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon oregano
  • to taste Salt and pepper Salt and pepper
Optional toppings
  • as desired shredded cheese, sour cream, green onions, jalapeños

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté diced onion for 4–5 minutes, then add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
  2. Add ground beef and cook until browned. Drain excess fat if needed.
  3. Stir in spices, tomato paste, crushed tomatoes, beans, and beef broth. Simmer uncovered for 30–40 minutes until thickened.
  4. Serve hot with optional toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, green onions, or jalapeños.

Notes

This chili tastes even better the next day. Feel free to customize toppings to your preference.