Best Ever Chili Recipe (2024)

Thick, rich, and flavorful, this classic chili recipe is a MUST make! Filled with lean ground beef, a mix of beans, ripe tomatoes, fresh seasonings and it’s topped with all your favorites!

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Chili Recipe

Classic traditional chili is one of my very favorite recipes to make. This by far can feed a crowd and made within 30 minutes. It is a dump and go kind of chili and uses only one pot to make. It is so simple and has SO much flavor.

You can’t go wrong with this chili recipe. It is simple to make and only uses one pot. This delicious thick and hearty chili is full of flavor and a family favorite. My family loves to make this recipe year round. It is perfect in the winter to warm up but also a summer time favorite during BBQ season. It is so versatile and has all your pantry staple ingredients that makes this even easier to make. Get ready to WOW your family with this AMAZING chili recipe!

Ingredients to Make Chili:

This is an ultimate chili recipe with loads of flavor and an easy to make recipe. In 30 minutes this chili will be ready to feed a crowd!

• Olive Oil: This is used to sauté the onion, bell pepper, cloves creating a flavor.
• Onion: Dice up the onion the best you can without too many tears.
• Green Bell Pepper: Cut into small chunks depending on your preference.
• Garlic Cloves: I prefer fresh cloves but you are welcome to use the jarred minced garlic for substitute.
• Ground Beef: Lean ground beef gives flavor but also less fat and grease.
• Beef Broth:Adds in flavor and liquid while cooking.
• Tomato: Sauce and diced tomatoes come in a can for a quick dump in the pot.
• Beans: Pinto and kidney bean give a good mixture of tender and soft beans.
• Seasonings: Chili powder, oregano, cumin, coriander, saltand cayenne mixes together giving the chili a sweet, spicy and savory flavoring.

How to Make Good Homemade Chili:

Dump and go recipe that uses only one pot! It is perfect for a quick meal during a busy week or let simmer on a weekend when feeding a crowd. Bring this chili to any potluck or gathering and watch it disappear in no time.

1. Sauté and Cook Beef: In a large pot add the olive oil over medium high heat. Add the onion, bell pepper and garlic and sauté until almost tender. Brown the ground beef and cook and crumble until brown.
2. Add in Remaining Ingredients:Add in the beef broth, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, pinto beans, kidney beans, chili powder, oregano, cumin, coriander, salt and cayenne.
3. Boil:Bring to a boil and reduce to a simmer until it starts to thicken and flavors combine about 30 minutes.