Easy Ground Beef Chili (Printer-Friendly)
Hearty ground beef simmered with beans, veggies, and spices—perfect any night with great leftovers.
# What You’ll Need to Cook:
→ Chili Base
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500 g lean ground beef
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1 medium red onion, finely diced
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2 medium carrots, peeled and diced
→ Vegetables and Beans
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1 can (400 g) black beans, rinsed and drained
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1 can (400 g) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
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150 g frozen corn kernels
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1 can (120 g) diced green chiles, drained
→ Liquids
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500 ml beef broth
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1 can (400 g) tomato sauce
→ Seasonings
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2 tablespoons mild chili seasoning
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2 tablespoons tomato paste
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1 tablespoon brown sugar (optional, for balance)
→ Toppings (optional)
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sour cream
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fresh coriander leaves, chopped
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tortilla chips
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diced red onion
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diced avocado
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shredded cheddar cheese
# Steps to Prepare:
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Heat a large heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat. Lightly coat with oil or cooking spray. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through. Drain excess fat if necessary.
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Add diced onion and carrots to the pot with the beef. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables begin to soften.
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Add chili seasoning, tomato paste, and brown sugar to the mixture. Stir well to combine and cook for 1 minute to bloom the spices.
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Add black beans, kidney beans, diced green chiles, corn, tomato sauce, and beef broth. Stir thoroughly to ensure all components are integrated.
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Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover loosely and let the chili simmer for 30–60 minutes, stirring occasionally, until flavors meld and the texture is hearty.
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Ladle the chili into bowls. Garnish as desired with suggested toppings such as sour cream, fresh coriander, diced onion, avocado, shredded cheese, and tortilla chips.
# Extra Cooking Tips:
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For a deeper flavour, prepare the chili a day ahead and allow it to chill overnight before reheating; the taste improves as it rests.
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Swap lean beef for ground turkey or add more vegetables for a lighter variation.