Best Ground Beef Stovetop Chili (Print-Friendly Version)

Ground beef, beans, and savory spices simmered together for a warm, flavorful stovetop meal.

# Ingredients You’ll Need:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 1 pound ground beef
02 - 1 large onion, diced
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 can (15 ounces) diced tomatoes
05 - 1 can (15 ounces) red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
06 - 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
07 - 1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste

→ Seasonings

08 - 2 tablespoons chili powder
09 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
10 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
11 - 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
12 - Salt, to taste
13 - Black pepper, to taste

→ Liquids and Oils

14 - 2 cups beef broth
15 - 1 tablespoon olive oil

# How to Make It:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add diced onion and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until soft and translucent.
02 - Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
03 - Add ground beef to the pot and break it up with a spoon. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes until browned and no longer pink. Drain excess fat as needed.
04 - Sprinkle chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper over the beef mixture. Stir well to coat and cook for 1 to 2 minutes to release the flavors.
05 - Stir in tomato paste and mix thoroughly with beef and spices. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes to deepen flavor.
06 - Pour in diced tomatoes and beef broth. Season with salt and black pepper. Stir to combine, bring to a simmer, lower heat, and cook uncovered for 20 to 25 minutes, allowing chili to thicken.
07 - Add red kidney beans and black beans. Stir to incorporate and simmer an additional 10 to 15 minutes so the beans heat through and flavors meld.
08 - Taste and adjust seasoning as needed with more salt, pepper, or chili powder. If the mixture is too thick, add extra beef broth. Serve hot.

# Extra Tips:

01 - For a spicier dish, increase cayenne pepper or add diced fresh chilies. Top with shredded cheese, sour cream, or chopped green onions before serving.

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