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Best Ground Beef Stovetop Chil Recipe - Ready in 1 Hour!

A hearty stovetop chili made with ground beef, beans, and spices, delivering rich comfort food flavor in just one hour.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 large onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 can 15 oz diced tomatoes
  • 1 can 6 oz tomato paste
  • 1 can 15 oz red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can 15 oz black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • Olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Sauté onion for 3-4 minutes until softened.
  2. Add garlic and cook 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Add ground beef, cook 5-7 minutes until browned, breaking apart with a spoon. Drain excess fat if needed.
  4. Stir in chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, and cayenne. Cook 1-2 minutes to bloom spices.
  5. Mix in tomato paste and cook 2-3 minutes to caramelize.
  6. Add diced tomatoes, beef broth, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer, reduce heat, and cook 20-25 minutes.
  7. Stir in kidney beans and black beans. Simmer 10-15 minutes more.
  8. Taste and adjust seasonings. Thin with broth if needed or simmer uncovered to thicken.
  9. Serve hot with desired toppings.

Notes

Avoid overcooking garlic, add beans only during the final stage, and always bloom spices before adding liquids for the best flavor.