Description
Indulge in the warmth and comfort of The Best Homemade Stovetop Chili, a dish that promises rich flavors and hearty satisfaction. This easy-to-make chili combines seasoned ground beef, a medley of beans, and fire-roasted tomatoes to create a comforting classic perfect for chilly evenings or gatherings with friends. With just the right balance of spices, this stovetop chili is customizable to suit your taste—whether you prefer it mild or spicy. Serve it with your favorite toppings like shredded cheese and sour cream, alongside cornbread or tortilla chips, for a delightful meal that will please everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 ¾ cups beef broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 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 Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sauté chopped onion until softened.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned; drain excess fat.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook briefly.
- Mix in spices and tomato paste; combine well.
- Pour in beef broth; scrape browned bits from the pot.
- Add fire-roasted tomatoes and beans; stir to combine.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1–2 hours.
- Serve hot with optional toppings as desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg