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Flavorful Easy Stovetop Chili for Home Cooks

Easy Stovetop Chili made approachable with clear cues, pantry staples, and flexible swaps.
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Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 bell pepper diced
  • 1 can 15 oz kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can 15 oz diced tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Method
 

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add chopped onion and diced bell pepper; cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  4. Add ground beef, breaking it apart with a spoon; cook until browned.
  5. Drain and rinse kidney beans; add them to the pot along with diced tomatoes.
  6. Add chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper; stir to combine.
  7. Pour in the beef broth; stir well and bring to a simmer.
  8. Lower the heat and cover; let chili simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.