Description
The Best Chili Recipe is the ultimate comforting dish that brings warmth and satisfaction to any gathering or cozy night in. This hearty chili, rich with flavor and loaded with protein, is sure to please everyone at the table. With its customizable toppings and spice levels, you can make this recipe your own. Whether you’re feeding a crowd or enjoying a simple weeknight meal, this chili stands out for its delicious depth and ease of preparation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound turkey bacon (chopped)
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 2 medium onions (diced)
- 3–4 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes
- 2 (15 ounce) cans red kidney beans (drained)
- 2 cups broth (beef or vegetable)
Instructions
- In a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat, cook chopped turkey bacon until golden, then set aside.
- In the same pot, brown the ground beef, seasoning it with salt and pepper.
- Sauté diced onions in remaining grease until soft; add spices and tomato paste.
- Stir in diced tomatoes, return meats, and mix in kidney beans along with broth to desired thickness.
- Simmer for 15-20 minutes before serving hot with your favorite toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For added depth of flavor, experiment with different spices like smoked paprika or add heat with jalapeños. To make it vegetarian, substitute meat with lentils or additional beans.