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Easy Homemade Chili
Ingredients
- 1 lbground beef
- 1onion
chopped
- 1can tomato sauce
- 1can kidney beans
- 1can stewed tomatoes
- 1 ½ cwater
- 1 pinchchili powder
- 1 pinchgarlic powder
- salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- 1
Place ground beef and onion in a large saucepan over medium heat; cook and stir until meat is browned and onion is tender, about 5 to 7 minutes.
- 2
Stir in tomato sauce, kidney beans, and stewed tomatoes with juice. If you prefer a thinner consistency, you can add water. Season with chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover and let simmer for 15 minutes.
Easy Homemade Chili
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About this Recipe
Craving a hearty, comforting meal that comes together faster than takeout? This Easy Homemade Chili delivers classic, robust flavors in just 20 minutes, making it the perfect solution for busy weeknights or feeding a crowd.
What sets this chili apart is its incredible simplicity without sacrificing an ounce of flavor. By combining kitchen staples like tender ground beef, aromatic onion, rich tomato sauce, hearty kidney beans, and stewed tomatoes, you achieve a deeply satisfying chili that tastes like it simmered all day, but is surprisingly ready in a flash. It’s a testament to how simple ingredients, when balanced, can create something truly special.
What to Expect from Your Easy Homemade Chili
You can expect a robust, deeply savory chili with a delightful medley of textures. The seasoned ground beef provides a substantial base, beautifully complemented by the softened, sweet notes of onion and the rich, tangy brightness of both tomato sauce and stewed tomatoes. Earthy kidney beans add a comforting heartiness, while a measured pinch of chili powder and garlic powder infuse the dish with a warm, inviting spice that’s approachable for all palates. This chili offers a substantial and satisfying meal, with each serving containing 394 calories, making it a filling option for dinner.
Customization & Variations
This recipe is incredibly versatile and open to your personal touch. If you're looking to enhance the spice level, a small pinch of cayenne pepper or a dash of your favorite hot sauce would integrate wonderfully. For those who prefer a different texture or flavor profile for their beans, pinto beans or black beans make excellent substitutions for the kidney beans. You could also easily swap out stewed tomatoes for diced tomatoes if you prefer a less chunky texture.
This Easy Homemade Chili is a versatile dish, perfect for casual family dinners, game day gatherings, or feeding a hungry crowd. Serve it piping hot with your favorite toppings like shredded cheddar cheese, a dollop of sour cream, or fresh chopped green onions.