Best Chili Recipe
This award winning chili recipe offers big flavors with an easy preparation method, making it a go-to for chili lovers.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pounds ground beef (or ground pork) You can swap half with ground pork for variation.
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Spices and Seasoning
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cocoa powder Secret weapon for flavor.
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Canned Ingredients
- 1 6-oz can tomato paste
- 1 28-oz can crushed tomatoes
- 2 cups beef broth or water
- 1 15-oz can kidney beans, rinsed and drained Optional, add more if you love beans.
Instructions
Preparation
- Brown the ground meat in a big pot and drain off most fat.
- Toss in the chopped onion and diced green pepper; sauté until soft.
- Stir in the minced garlic and let it cook for another minute.
Cooking
- Throw in all spices and brown sugar; warm them up for 30 seconds.
- Add tomato paste, crushed tomatoes, and broth; mix well.
- Pour in beans if using and sprinkle in the cocoa powder. Stir everything together.
- Bring to a bubble, reduce to a simmer, and let it cook for at least an hour, or two if possible.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with a pinch more salt if needed.
Notes
Serve with toppings like cheddar cheese, sour cream, chopped onions, and tortilla chips for a complete meal. Chili tastes even better the next day and can be stored in the fridge or freezer.