Ground Beef and Bean Chili with Tomato and Spices
Bold, hearty, and full of flavor, this Ground Beef and Bean Chili with Tomato and Spices is the ultimate comfort food for any day of the week. Made with savory ground beef, protein-packed beans, rich tomatoes, and a perfect blend of warming spices, this easy chili recipe is both satisfying and delicious.
Ingredients
- Main:
- 1 1/2 lbs (680 g) ground beef (85% lean)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 large onion, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 (14 oz / 400 g) cans diced tomatoes (with juice)
- 1 (6 oz / 170 g) can tomato paste
- 2 (15 oz / 425 g) cans kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 cups beef broth (low-sodium preferred)
- Spices:
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- Salt, to taste
Instructions
- Brown the Beef : In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook until browned, about 6–7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Sauté Aromatics : Add onion, bell pepper, and garlic. Cook for 4–5 minutes until softened.
- Add Spices : Stir in chili powder, cumin, paprika, cayenne, oregano, black pepper, and salt. Cook for 1 minute to bloom the spices.
- Add Tomatoes and Broth : Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and beef broth. Mix well.
- Add Beans : Stir in kidney beans.
- Simmer : Reduce heat to low, cover partially, and simmer for 30–35 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Taste and Adjust : Add more salt, pepper, or cayenne to taste.