Classic Chili
Discover the ultimate comfort food with this Classic Chili recipe. Perfect for cozy dinners or chili dogs, it's a timeless favorite!
Ingredients
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 teaspoons garlic, minced
- 2 cans (15 ounces each) kidney beans, drained
- 2 cans (14.5 ounces each) stewed tomatoes
- 3 tablespoons chili seasoning
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Optional Toppings
- sour cream
- cheddar cheese, shredded
- jalapenos, sliced
- yellow onion, chopped
Instructions
- Heat a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until it is no longer pink, about 8–10 minutes. If needed, drain any excess grease.
- Add the diced onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until it becomes translucent, about 5–7 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the kidney beans, stewed tomatoes (including their juices), chili seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine all ingredients.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Simmer gently, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender and the chili is thoroughly heated, about 15–20 minutes.
- Dress up your chili with your favorite toppings and serve!