Description
Looking for the best chili con carne? This quick, easy, and healthy recipe is packed with bold flavors and comforting ingredients! Perfect for weeknights, game days, or meal prep. It’s one of the best dinner ideas to keep warm, cozy, and satisfied all season long.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 onion chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 can kidney beans drained and rinsed
- 1 can pinto beans drained and rinsed
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot. Sauté onions and garlic until soft.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in tomato paste, crushed tomatoes, and beef broth. Bring to a simmer.
- Add chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
- Simmer uncovered for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add kidney and pinto beans. Simmer for 10–15 more minutes.
- Serve hot with desired toppings like sour cream, cilantro, or cheese.
Notes
- Add a touch of dark chocolate or coffee for depth.
- Use jalapeños or cayenne if you like it spicier.
- Double the batch and freeze leftovers for later.
- Make it vegetarian by using lentils and vegetable broth.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Soup/Stew
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 710mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg