Best Homemade Stovetop Chili (Print-Friendly Version)
Hearty stovetop chili featuring ground beef, beans, and savory spices for a warm, comforting dish.
# Ingredients You’ll Need:
→ Meat
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1 lb ground beef
→ Liquids
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1 ¾ cups beef broth
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1 tablespoon olive oil
→ Canned Goods
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28 oz can fire roasted crushed tomatoes
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15 oz can red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
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15 oz can pinto beans, drained and rinsed
→ Vegetables
07 -
1 medium yellow onion, chopped
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1 ½ teaspoons minced garlic
→ Seasonings
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3 tablespoons tomato paste
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1 tablespoon ground cumin
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1 tablespoon chili powder (optional for spicier flavor)
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1 tablespoon brown sugar
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1 teaspoon dried oregano
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½ teaspoon salt
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¼ teaspoon black pepper
→ Toppings
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Shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, green onions, cilantro, or preferred garnishes
# How to Make It:
01 -
Warm olive oil in a large heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Add chopped onion and sauté for approximately 2 minutes until softened.
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Add ground beef to the pot. Cook while breaking it apart until evenly browned, about 5 minutes. Drain excess fat.
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Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Add chili powder, cumin, brown sugar, oregano, salt, black pepper, and tomato paste. Mix thoroughly to combine all ingredients.
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Pour in beef broth and stir, scraping the bottom of the pot to release any browned bits.
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Stir in crushed tomatoes and both types of beans. Bring mixture to a boil.
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Reduce heat to low and let simmer gently, covered, for 1 hour 30 minutes. During the final 30 minutes, uncover pot to allow chili to thicken, stirring occasionally.
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Dish out chili with chosen toppings such as shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, green onions, or cilantro.
# Extra Tips:
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Simmering covered first helps meld flavors while uncovering later thickens the chili to desired consistency.