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Ground Beef Chili Recipe

This ground beef chili is bold flavor, zero wait. Dinner’s ready in 30 minutes flat!
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 211kcal
Author: Ruth Truett

Equipment

  • dutch oven
  • cutting board
  • measuring spoons
  • spatula
  • deli containers optional, for freezing

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs ground beef
  • 2 med onions, diced
  • ¼ cup chili powder
  • ¼ cup smoked paprika
  • 2 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 2 tablespoon granulated garlic
  • 1 tablespoon ground coriander
  • 1 (28 oz) can whole tomatoes plus 28 oz of water, use the can for measuring
  • 1 (14 oz) can tomato sauce plus 14 oz of water, use the can for measuring
  • 2 bay leaves
  • kosher salt, to taste
  • black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  • Add the onions, ground beef, and ground spices to a dutch oven on medium-high heat. Allow the beef to brown and spices to toast.
  • Add the tomatoes, tomato sauce, water, and bay leaves.
  • Add tomatoes, tomato sauce, and water.
  • Bring chili to a simmer. Reduce heat and continue cooking for 20 minutes (up to an 1 hour) or until chili has reduced and thickened. Check for salt and pepper, adding some if you prefer.
  • Ladle into bowls and begin the topping extravaganza!
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 211kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 27g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.4g | Cholesterol: 70mg | Sodium: 204mg | Potassium: 713mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 3876IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 69mg | Iron: 6mg
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