Best Beef Chili
This rich and hearty beef chili is a go-to for chilly nights, game day spreads, or make-ahead freezer meals. It’s easy, flavorful, and always a crowd-pleaser!
Equipment
- Large pot or Dutch oven
- Wooden spoon or spatula
- - Can opener
- Measuring spoons
- Ladle for serving
Ingredients
- Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 can kidney beans
- 1 can pinto beans
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 1 can tomato sauce
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 cup beef broth
- Seasoning Blend
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 2 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp oregano
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper
- Salt & black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large pot. Sauté onion until translucent, then add garlic.
- Add ground beef. Brown and break up until fully cooked. Drain excess grease.
- Add seasonings and cook 1 minute.
- Stir in beans, tomato products, maple syrup, and broth.
- Simmer 20–30 minutes, uncovered.
- Adjust seasoning and serve hot with toppings.
Notes
Make it your own by adjusting spice level
Double the batch for meal prep
Leftovers freeze and reheat beautifully