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Best Ground Beef Stovetop Chili

Best Ground Beef Stovetop Chili for Comfort on a Cozy Night

Discover the Best Ground Beef Stovetop Chili, a comforting dish perfect for cozy nights and busy weeknights, featuring savory spices and hearty ingredients.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Chili Base
  • 1 lb Ground Beef can substitute with ground turkey or chicken
  • 1 medium Onion yellow or sweet onion
  • 1 cup Bell Peppers any color
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 14.5 oz Diced Tomatoes canned
  • 8 oz Tomato Sauce can use pureed tomatoes
Seasoning
  • 2 tbsp Chili Powder adjust to taste
  • 1 tsp Cumin optional
  • 1 tsp Salt to taste
  • 1 tsp Pepper to taste
Optional Enrichments
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream for creaminess
  • 2 tbsp Cocoa Powder adds depth

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot, heat a splash of oil over medium heat. Add diced onions and bell peppers, stirring occasionally for about 5–7 minutes, until softened and fragrant.
  2. Introduce the ground beef to the pot, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Cook for 8–10 minutes until the beef is fully browned.
  3. Once the beef is browned, stir in minced garlic and sauté for an additional 1–2 minutes.
  4. Add the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper to the pot. Stir well to combine and cook for about 3–5 minutes.
  5. Reduce the heat to low and let your chili simmer uncovered for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. Before serving, taste your chili and adjust the seasonings if needed. Ladle into bowls and garnish as desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Feel free to customize the protein and seasonings to fit your family's tastes. Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.

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