Easy Chili

Warm-up your belly with this easy peasy chili recipe!

There are SO many chili recipes, and honestly many are delicious, but I do find if I want a quick chili night, (yummy too) and want to use the leftovers that help meal prep for dinners during the weekdays this is my go-to. I also like to use leaner meats mentioned in the recipe, they tend to be easier on the stomach. BUT of course, you can add some fatter meats such as sausage, brisket, pork, or short rib.

Recipe Below

This recipe can feed about 5 people. I do like to use the leftovers for other recipes though (chili fries, hot dogs, sloppy joes, frito pie, etc.)! If you want to make the chili last for several meals try putting it over cooked rice, can feed more people that way, and use less chili.

• 1 small yellow onion

• 1 small green bell pepper

• 1 lb grass-fed ground beef

• 1 lb bison

• 1 jalapeno, chopped

• 2 tablespoons of minced garlic

• 1 tablespoon of butter

• chili seasoning mix for 2 lb of meat

  • (if you want to do homemade use these seasonings: 1 tablespoon cumin, 3 tablespoon chili powder, salt/pepper to taste, 1/2 teaspoon brown sugar, 1 teaspoon paprika, a dash of turmeric) < tip: if you want more flavor add more chili powder or cumin to help build flavor to your liking.

• 1/2 cup of beef broth

• 8oz tomato paste

• 1 16oz can of kidney chili beans

• 1 16oz can of pinto chili beans

• oregano, pinch

• thyme, pinch

• parsley to garnish, optional

• green onion to garnish, optional

• sour cream or greek yogurt for healthier option to garnish, optional

• mexican blend sprinkle cheese to garnish, optional

• siracha, optional (if you want more heat)

• A few fritos to add crunch, optional

In a dutch oven pot, add in chopped onion and olive oil, cook till onion becomes translucent then add garlic, jalapeno, and chopped green bell pepper, medium-high heat As onion and pepper are cooking add the butter. Cook for about 1-2 more minutes and then add the ground beef. Season with salt, pepper, thyme, and oregano.

Once the meat is halfway cooked add in the broth. Continue to cook and once the beef is almost done add in the chili seasonings and the tomato paste. Cook for another few minutes and then add in the beans. Cook for at least 1 hour, I like to do at least 3 to help the flavors develop.

Once the chili is ready to eat serve sprinkle with parsley and add garnishes on top.