Southern Homemade Chili
A hearty Southern homemade chili made with ground beef, kidney beans, pinto beans, and bold spices. Slow-simmered for rich flavor, this comforting dish is perfect for family dinners or chilly days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Yield: 8–10 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop Simmering
- Cuisine: Southern American
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
2 lbs lean ground beef
1 (29-oz) can crushed tomatoes
2 (14-oz) cans kidney beans (with liquid)
2 (14-oz) cans pinto beans (with liquid)
1 (10-oz) can tomatoes with green chiles (with liquid)
1 teaspoon cumin
¾ teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1.5 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon black pepper
2 teaspoons salt
1.5 cups water
Instructions
- Brown the ground beef in a large pot over medium heat, breaking it up as it cooks.
- Drain any excess fat if needed.
- Stir in the crushed tomatoes, kidney beans, pinto beans, and tomatoes with green chiles.
- Add cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, black pepper, and salt.
- Pour in the water and stir to combine.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low.
- Simmer uncovered for 1 to 1.5 hours, stirring occasionally, until thickened and flavorful.
- Taste and adjust seasoning before serving.
Notes
Add jalapeños, cayenne, or hot sauce for extra heat.
Stir in corn or bell peppers for added texture and flavor.
Use smoked paprika for a smokier taste.
Swap ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option.
Simmer uncovered to thicken or mash some beans into the sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1 1/2 cups)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 960mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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