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Cowboy Chili

A hearty, flavorful chili loaded with ground beef, beans, and spices, perfect for feeding a crowd or meal prepping for the week.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 1 green bell pepper diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 can 15 oz kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can 15 oz black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can 28 oz crushed tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • Optional toppings: shredded cheese sour cream, cilantro, jalapeños

Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Cutting board
  • chef's knife
  • Cooking spoon for tasting

Method
 

  1. Heat 1 teaspoon of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add diced onion and bell pepper and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add minced garlic and ground beef; cook and break apart until beef is browned, about 5–7 minutes.
  4. Stir in chili powder, cumin, and paprika and cook for 1 minute to bloom the spices.
  5. Add drained kidney beans, black beans, and crushed tomatoes; stir to combine.
  6. Bring the chili to a gentle simmer, then reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 1 hour.
  7. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Ladle the chili into bowls and serve hot with optional toppings.

Notes

Letting the chili sit for a few hours or overnight in the fridge enhances the flavors remarkably.