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Easy Beginner Chili Recipe

Simple, foolproof homemade chili perfect for novice cooks. Ground beef, beans, and basic spices create comfort food magic.
Course Soup
Cuisine American
Keyword Chili for Beginners, Chili Recipes, Homemade Chili
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 307kcal
Author Stephanie Manley

Ingredients

  • 1 cup onion chopped
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder (you can add additional up to 1 tablespoon)
  • 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes
  • 29 ounces canned beans (red kidney, pinto, or black beans) 2 cans
  • 1 cup tomato juice (V8 is a great substitute)

Instructions

  • Brown the ground beef and chopped onions in a medium-sized skillet over medium heat.
  • Season ground beef with salt and black pepper as it is browning.
  • Drain beef after it is browned.
  • In a medium-sized pot, add tomatoes, beans, tomato juice, and chili powder.
  • Add cooked ground beef and onion. Stir to combine.
  • Simmer for approximately 1 hour before serving.

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Nutrition

Calories: 307kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 40mg | Sodium: 730mg | Potassium: 752mg | Fiber: 10g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 790IU | Vitamin C: 11.8mg | Calcium: 68mg | Iron: 4.3mg
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