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    Home » Recipes » Beef Recipes

    Easy Beef Chili

    3 hrs 14 mins | Yield 8 | January 14, 2019 | Updated: January 15, 2019 by Kita | This post includes affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.

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    Looking for a quick and easy beef chili recipe to heat things up! This one comes together quickly to feed a crowd!

    Easy Beef Chili Reicpe GirlCarnivore Kita Roberts PastheSushi-3301

    This post was sponsored by Mirum. The thoughts and opinions expressed are my own.

     

    Forget the snow and chilly winter nights, it’s the time of year to gather fanatically around the TV with your closest friends ready to root your home team on to to the final pass!

    And nothing screams football food like a classic hearty bowl of chili.

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    Back to the game, and the best beef chili recipe for it!

    Whether you are topping baked potatoes, nachos or hot dogs, a classic beef chili is the way to go. This recipe in the perfect easy stovetop creation.

    Easy Beef Chili Recipe GirlCarnivore Kita Roberts

    What kind of beef is used for chili?

    I love using a variety of meat for my chili. But my go to base is always a thicker grind 85% ground beef. I like using 85% lean so that there is some flavor from the fat, but I drain it once browned to avoid any solidifying on the surface.

     

    A good balance for chili is a one to three ration of beef to other ingredients. When wanting a bonus health kick, I add a ton of beans or minced mushrooms to balance out the heartiness.

    When I am feeling particularly adventurous, I will brown other inexpensive cuts and allow them to braise for shredding as well. Another meat I love to add is a browned spicy sausage or brat, like in my big batch chili.

    Easy Beef Chili Recipe GirlCarnivore Kita Roberts

    Beef Chili – beans or no beans?

    This is like asking comic book fans who wins in a fight between Batman Vs. Superman. Everyone has an opinion and theirs is always right. However, my less passionate answer is simply, beans with ground beef. No beans with shredded cuts.

    For example, if I am using shredded chuck as my base and no ground beef for a campfire chili, I won’t add beans. But if I am making anything with a ground meat component, I am adding pretty much all the beans. Why? Because I like the health benefit.

    Really, there is no hard and fast rule, it depends on your region and fanatical chili beliefs.

    Easy Beef Chili Recipe GirlCarnivore Kita Roberts

    How to make the best beef chili

    The best beef chili is simmered for hours. Whether over a campfire, on the stove top or even in a slow cooker, it is best to let chili take a long time for the flavors to develop.

    Chili is made for slow cooking. The longer the flavors can build while over a low heat, the better. This allows everything from the sautéed onion to the subtle flavor of the peppers to mingle while the components simmer.

     

    The slow cook also allows the flavor from the meat to blend in with the chili powder and tomatoes.

    Ever heard that some things are better the next day? I believe that is true most for chili and I will often make my game day recipes the day before and cool overnight.

    To serve the next day, I will heat over low in a slow cooker with a topping bar nearby.

    Easy Beef Chili Recipe GirlCarnivore Kita Roberts

    Want some more crowd pleasing recipe inspiration? Check out my favorite Game Day recipes!

    • Smoked Pulled Pork Mac and Cheese
    • Bacon Wrapped Chorizo Stuffed Poppers
    • Slow Cooker Sweet Chili Chicken Wings
    • Deep Fried Mac and Cheese Balls

    If you’ve tried my Easy Beef Chili Recipe, or any other recipe on GirlCarnivore.com please don’t forget to rate the recipe and let me know where you found it in the comments below. I get inspired by your feedback and comments! You can also FOLLOW ME on Instagram @girlcarnivore as well as on  Twitter and Facebook.

    Easy Beef Chili Recipe GirlCarnivore Kita Roberts
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    5 from 12 votes

    Easy Beef Chili Recipe

    Perfect for a crowd, this easy beef chili recipe is perfect in a bowl smothered in toppings or over nachos, hot dogs or baked potatoes!
    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: American
    Author: Kita Roberts
    Prep Time1 hr 30 mins
    Cook Time1 hr 44 mins
    10 mins
    Total Time3 hrs 14 mins
    Servings: 8
    Calories: 450kcal

    Ingredients

    • 1 ½ cup dried black beans see note
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • 1 onion minced
    • 1 lb chili ground beef
    • 19 oz red beans cooked
    • 12 oz beer
    • 28 oz crushed tomatoes
    • ½ cup ketchup
    • ¼ cup cocoa
    • ¼ cup chili powder
    • 2 tablespoon salt
    • 2 teaspoon black pepper
    • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
    • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire

    Toppings

    • Avocado
    • Sour cream
    • Shredded cheese
    • Red onion

    Instructions

    • In a large Dutch Oven, bring the olive oil to heat over medium high heat.
    • Saute the onion 3 to 5 minutes, until just soft.
    • Add the ground beef and brown, another 7 to 10 minutes.
    • Add the beans to the pot along with the beer and simmer for 30 minutes longer.
    • Add in the crushed tomatoes, ketchup, cocoa powder, chili powder, salt, red pepper flakes and Worcestershire sauce.
    • Stir to combine.
    • Summer, covered, for 1 hour.
    • Allow the Dutch Oven to cool for at least one hour before returning to a low simmer to serve.
    • Serve with toppings such as sliced avocado, sour cream, shredded cheese, minced red onion or sliced scallions.

    Notes

    Be sure to soak the dried beans overnight or simmer for 90 minutes and drain before using. 

    Nutrition

    Nutrition Facts
    Easy Beef Chili Recipe
    Amount Per Serving
    Calories 450 Calories from Fat 126
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 14g22%
    Saturated Fat 5g31%
    Cholesterol 40mg13%
    Sodium 2078mg90%
    Potassium 1398mg40%
    Carbohydrates 54g18%
    Fiber 13g54%
    Sugar 9g10%
    Protein 26g52%
    Vitamin A 325IU7%
    Vitamin C 11.9mg14%
    Calcium 123mg12%
    Iron 6.8mg38%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Nutrition information provided is an estimate. For specific health concerns, please put the recipe into your Dr recommended nutrition calculator.
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    This is the BEST weeknight chili recipe. Easy Beef Chili Recipe

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    Comments

    1. Stacie says

      January 15, 2019 at 11:21 am

      5 stars
      I can’t wait to give this recipe a try! I love making chili during the winter. It’s so hearty and filling.

      Reply
    2. Shannon says

      January 15, 2019 at 12:15 pm

      5 stars
      Omg this looks amazing!! But I’m blown away by these gorgeous photos!!!! Now to go share this recipe with my family!

      Reply
    3. Lydia Smith says

      January 15, 2019 at 3:39 pm

      5 stars
      Omeprazole isn’t new to me as I’m a chilli lover. The best part is that it dissolves right in your mouth. You’ve got a really nice beef chilli recipe ill like to replicate with more chilli.

      Reply
    4. Maggie Unzueta says

      January 15, 2019 at 3:51 pm

      5 stars
      Hmmmm yum! This Beef Chili looks sooooo delicious. I should try this at home for the family.

      Reply
    5. Gabriel says

      January 15, 2019 at 5:02 pm

      5 stars
      I love finding new recipes, especially comfort food. With the cold weather here, I will definitely try this recipe out!

      Reply
    6. Sam says

      January 16, 2019 at 12:35 am

      5 stars
      I’m all about easy recipes! This one is perfect for winter months.

      Reply
    7. Brianne Tursi Manz says

      January 16, 2019 at 7:05 am

      5 stars
      Chili is one of those dishes I love during the winter months. Winters here can be brutally cold, and nothing better than a hot bowl of chili. Can’t wait to make this!

      Reply
    8. Erica D Ardali says

      January 16, 2019 at 7:33 am

      5 stars
      This is my kind of dish! I am totally following your blog now! Love meaty meals

      Reply
    9. Joanna says

      January 16, 2019 at 8:48 am

      5 stars
      Your recipe sounds so yummy and I’d love to try it out. I am not a fan of beans so for me, they would stay out. : ) I would be careful with omeprazol however, whilst it does lower the acidity in your stomach it also allows all the chemicals from processed foods to get into your bloodstream – as there is no acid to dissolve them anymore.

      Reply
    10. Sara says

      January 16, 2019 at 12:20 pm

      5 stars
      Chili is my go to recipe for dinner; especially on a cold night. I’ll have to give your recipe a try.

      Reply
    11. Kara says

      January 16, 2019 at 1:28 pm

      I love chilli but tend to cheat rather than make my own sauce, Will certainly give this recipe a try

      Reply
    12. Jasmine Hewitt says

      January 16, 2019 at 5:54 pm

      i love experimenting with new chili recipes. its always a good time of year for chili!

      Reply
    13. Dominique Brooks says

      January 16, 2019 at 8:31 pm

      I love chili during the winter. I would substitute turkey for the beef because my hubby doesn’t eat beef (often). However, it sounds delicious! It’s time for my first chili batch of the first quarter!

      Reply
    14. Catherine Santiago Jose says

      January 16, 2019 at 10:22 pm

      This looks amazingly yummy and very tempting to the eye. A great recipe that you’ve added a very good twist and uniqueness is simply outstanding. Thank you for sharing this to us.

      Reply
    15. Preet says

      January 17, 2019 at 2:38 am

      Oh wow, this one is a winner. I would love to try making this. Ny husband would absolutely love this.

      Reply
    16. Courtney says

      January 17, 2019 at 5:39 pm

      Omg can we say yum?!? I just love chili. I will definitely be giving your recipe a try. Yum!

      Reply
    17. Eryka says

      January 17, 2019 at 9:42 pm

      this recipe looks so freaking good! I have to try it

      Reply
    18. Danielle says

      January 18, 2019 at 9:01 pm

      5 stars
      This seriously looks and sounds so amazing. I will have to try this one out. We love chili in this household!

      Reply
    19. twinspirational says

      January 18, 2019 at 10:29 pm

      We love making chili in the winter. We don’t eat beef so we would love to make with turkey.

      Reply
    20. Shirley Devlin says

      September 29, 2020 at 1:25 pm

      I’m trying to see how this is carnivore. Beans? Really?

      Reply
      • Kita says

        September 29, 2020 at 7:55 pm

        Hey there Shirley, I can understand your confusion, however, this site is in no way affiliated with the ‘carnivore diet’- Though, this chili is pretty delicious sans beans – I would just double down on the meat to thicken it.

        Reply
        • Another Carnivore Girl says

          January 26, 2021 at 11:14 am

          Thank you for the clarification and the tip. Can always just use spices, meat and beer (optional) for true carnivores. Top with cheese n sour cream. Yum! Thinking of throwing it all in the crockpot right now! Checked out other recipes of yours that look good and can easily be converted. For example chorizio stuffed jalapeno could be bacon wrapped chorzio meatball appetizers, etc. Thank you for the inspiration.

          Reply

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