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Joe Rooney

How to Make Homemade Chili: Delicious and Easy Recipe

Discover how to make homemade chili with this easy chili recipe that is packed with rich flavors and hearty ingredients. This beef chili is perfect for a comforting family meal and brings the warmth of classic chili with beans to your table. Whether you're craving a spicy chili or a family friendly chili, this recipe delivers every time.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 365
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds ground beef or turkey
  • 2 small green peppers (about 2 cups diced)
  • 1 small yellow onion (about 1 ½ cups diced)
  • 2 cans diced tomatoes (15-ounce cans)
  • 15 ounce can tomato sauce
  • 6 ounce can tomato paste
  • 15 ounces water
  • 2 cans kidney beans drained and rinsed (15-ounce cans)
  • 3 tablespoons chili powder
  • 2 tablespoons garlic powder
  • 2 tablespoons onion powder
  • 3 tablespoons cumin
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon chipotle powder
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • ½ tablespoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon white pepper
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda (optional)

Method
 

  1. In a large dutch oven, sauté diced peppers and onions until translucent and starting to caramelize.
  2. Add seasonings (minus the baking soda) and cook for 1 to 2 minutes, stirring continuously to prevent burning.
  3. Add ground meat and brown until just done, it’s okay if still slightly pink before adding other ingredients.
  4. Pour in tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, water, and tomato paste.
  5. Bring to a simmer over medium-low heat and cook for about 15 minutes.
  6. Add the drained kidney beans.
  7. Stir in the baking soda, the sauce will bubble up; stir over medium heat until bubbles subside.
  8. Remove from heat and serve.

Notes

  • Keep stirring carefully to avoid burning the spices. Ground beef can be cooked ahead and frozen for convenience. Baking soda helps reduce the acidity of the tomatoes for a smoother taste.