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Hearty Homemade Beef Chili Recipe (Easy Weeknight Dinner)

Classic Homemade Beef Chili

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings 6

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb Ground beef 80/20 blend recommended for best flavor.
  • 1 tbsp Olive oil For sauteing.
  • 1 medium Yellow onion Finely diced.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 2 tbsp Chili powder Adjust for preferred heat.
  • 1 tbsp Ground cumin
  • 28 oz Canned diced tomatoes Do not drain.
  • 15 oz Kidney beans Drained and rinsed.
  • 1 cup Beef broth Low sodium preferred.
  • 1/2 cup Shredded cheddar cheese For topping.
  • 1/4 cup Sour cream For topping.
  • 2 tbsp Fresh cilantro Chopped, for garnish.

Instructions
 

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the diced onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  • Add minced garlic and ground beef to the pot. Cook until the beef is fully browned and no pink remains, breaking it up with a wooden spoon as it cooks. Drain excess fat if necessary.
  • Stir in the chili powder and ground cumin. Cook for 1 minute until the spices are fragrant.
  • Pour in the diced tomatoes with their juices, beef broth, and kidney beans. Stir well to combine all ingredients and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
  • Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let the chili stew for at least 30 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking and allow the flavors to meld.
  • Ladle the hot chili into bowls and garnish generously with shredded cheddar cheese, a dollop of sour cream, and fresh cilantro before serving.