Best Homemade Chili Recipes for Cozy Comfort
Whenever the air turns cool and I’m craving something hearty, I find myself reaching for chili recipes. This is the best chili recipe I’ve ever made, and it’s one of those meals that feels like a hug in a bowl. It’s loaded with tender beef, beans, and a mix of spices that wake up your taste buds without knocking you flat. I call this my chili easy recipe because once you get everything simmering, the pot does the heavy lifting.
If you’ve ever wanted a basic chili recipe that actually tastes anything but basic, this one’s for you. It’s a recipe for chili homemade that you can tweak to your liking, whether that means adding more spice, sneaking in veggies, or topping it off with way too much cheese—no judgment here. Every spoonful brings that deep, savory flavor that makes quick chili recipe nights feel a little more special.
Cooking a big pot of chili gives me the same satisfaction as finishing a puzzle—except this puzzle ends with dinner. So grab your biggest pot and let’s make a batch that’ll keep everyone coming back for seconds.
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 1 large onion, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cans (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 cans (15 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
- 3 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 cup beef broth
- Olive oil for cooking
Instructions
- Heat a large pot over medium heat and drizzle in a little olive oil.
- Add the diced onion, bell pepper, and garlic, and cook until softened.
- Stir in the ground beef, breaking it apart with a spoon until browned.
- Drain excess fat if needed.
- Mix in the chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper if using.
- Pour in the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, beans, and beef broth.
- Stir well, bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low.
- Let the chili cook uncovered for about 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Taste and adjust seasoning before serving.
- Serve hot with shredded cheese, sour cream, or fresh cilantro if you like.