Hearty Chili Delight: A Simple and Delicious Chili Recipe
A hearty and flavorful chili made with ground beef or turkey, kidney beans, and a blend of spices. Perfect for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef or ground turkey
- 1 can 15 oz kidney beans, thoroughly drained and rinsed
- 1 can 15 oz diced tomatoes, with juices
- 1 medium onion finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 cup beef broth or vegetable broth
- Optional toppings: shredded cheddar cheese sour cream, sliced green onions, or fresh cilantro
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat to medium temperature, then add the ground beef or turkey. Cook until browned and fully cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the finely diced onion and minced garlic to the pot, stirring occasionally until the onion becomes soft and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Sprinkle in the chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir for about 1 minute.
- Pour in the diced tomatoes along with their juices and the broth. Increase the heat until the mixture reaches a gentle simmer.
- Once simmering, fold in the kidney beans. Allow the chili to simmer uncovered for at least 20 minutes.
- After simmering, taste the chili and adjust the seasoning as desired.
- Serve the chili hot, garnished with your choice of optional toppings.
Notes
Serve with optional toppings for added flavor and texture.