Description
Warm and satisfying, the Best Ground Beef Stovetop Chili is a delicious one-pot meal that’s perfect for quick weeknight dinners or game day gatherings. This hearty chili is bursting with flavor thanks to a blend of aromatic spices, tender ground beef, and hearty beans. Made in under an hour, this recipe allows you to enjoy a comforting bowl of chili without the need for all-day simmering. Whether you’re serving it with toppings or as part of a chili bar, this dish will surely become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 large onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20 or leaner)
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp cayenne (optional)
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- 1 can (6 oz) tomato paste
- 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes (fire-roasted if possible)
- 2 cups beef broth (low-sodium preferred)
- 1 can (15 oz) red kidney beans, drained & rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained & rinsed
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté diced onion for 3–4 minutes until soft.
- Add minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in ground beef, breaking it apart as it cooks for about 5–7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Mix in chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, cayenne (if using), salt, and pepper; cook for 1 minute.
- Incorporate tomato paste and diced tomatoes with beef broth; stir well to combine.
- Add drained and rinsed beans; bring the mixture to simmer uncovered for 30–40 minutes until thickened.
- Taste and adjust seasoning before serving hot with toppings like cheese or sour cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg