Save to Pinterest Winter Warming Chili con Carne A hearty, robust stew featuring tender beef, beans, and warming spices perfect for cold winter nights.
This chili is my go-to comfort food during the winter months it warms me up from the inside out and fills the house with amazing aromas.
Ingredients
- Meats: 2 lbs (900 g) beef chuck cut into 1/2-inch cubes 2 tbsp olive oil
- Vegetables: 1 large onion finely chopped 3 cloves garlic minced 1 red bell pepper diced 1 green bell pepper diced 1 jalapeño seeded and minced (optional for extra heat)
- Canned Goods: 2 x 14 oz (400 g) cans diced tomatoes 1 x 15 oz (425 g) can kidney beans drained and rinsed 1 x 15 oz (425 g) can black beans drained and rinsed 2 tbsp tomato paste
- Spices & Seasonings: 2 tbsp chili powder 2 tsp ground cumin 1 tsp smoked paprika 1 tsp dried oregano 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste) 1 tsp salt 1/2 tsp black pepper
- Liquids: 2 cups (480 ml) beef broth
- Optional Toppings: Sour cream Shredded cheddar cheese Chopped cilantro Sliced green onions Lime wedges
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven or heavy pot over medium-high heat Add beef and brown on all sides working in batches if necessary Remove and set aside.
- Step 2:
- In the same pot add onions and cook for 3–4 minutes until softened Add garlic bell peppers and jalapeño cook for another 3–4 minutes.
- Step 3:
- Stir in chili powder cumin paprika oregano cayenne salt and black pepper cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 4:
- Add tomato paste and cook for 1 minute stirring constantly.
- Step 5:
- Return browned beef to the pot Add diced tomatoes (with juice) beef broth kidney beans and black beans Stir well to combine.
- Step 6:
- Bring to a boil then reduce heat to low Cover and simmer for 1 hour stirring occasionally.
- Step 7:
- Remove the lid and simmer uncovered for an additional 30 minutes or until the chili thickens and beef is tender.
- Step 8:
- Taste and adjust seasoning as desired Serve hot with your choice of toppings.
Save to Pinterest This recipe always brings my family together especially on chilly evenings we love sharing it around the table.
Required Tools
Large Dutch oven or heavy pot Chefs knife Cutting board Wooden spoon Ladle
Allergen Information
Contains None of the major allergens (milk eggs fish shellfish tree nuts peanuts wheat soy) unless toppings are used If using sour cream or cheese contains dairy Always check canned goods and toppings for hidden allergens.
Nutritional Information
Calories 420 Total Fat 13 g Carbohydrates 33 g Protein 40 g
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Enjoy this warming chili on a cold night it’s sure to become a family favorite.
Recipe Questions
- → What type of beef works best for this chili?
Beef chuck cut into cubes is ideal for slow simmering, providing tender and flavorful meat throughout the chili.
- → Can I adjust the spiciness level?
Yes, reduce or omit the jalapeño and cayenne pepper to tone down the heat to your preference.
- → What are suitable side dishes for this chili?
Classic accompaniments include rice, cornbread, or tortilla chips to complement the chili's rich flavors.
- → How can I make this dish gluten-free?
Simply omit any bread or pre-packaged toppings containing gluten; the chili itself contains no gluten ingredients.
- → Can this chili be prepared faster?
Using ground beef instead of cubed chuck reduces simmering time by about 30 minutes without sacrificing much flavor.
- → What toppings enhance the dish?
Optional toppings like sour cream, shredded cheddar, cilantro, green onions, and lime wedges add layers of flavor and freshness.