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Classic Chili

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This Classic Chili recipe features browned ground beef, a blend of common seasonings, beans and corn all in a tomato sauce that is stewed to perfection.

bowl of chili filled with cheese sour cream, tomatoes and pita chips

Ingredients

  • Canola oil (or preferred cooking oil)
  • Onion (white or yellow)
  • Lean ground beef
  • White Button Mushrooms
  • Garlic Clove
  • Chili Powder
  • Ground cumin
  • Garlic powder
  • Onion powder
  • Granulated sugar
  • Cayenne pepper
  • Salt 
  • Ground black pepper
  • Tomato Paste
  • Diced Tomatoes
  • Kidney Beans or Black Beans
  • Tomato Sauce
  • Canned or Frozen Corn

How do I make Classic Chili?

  1. Brown the Beef, Drain off fat if necessary
  2. add onions, mushroom and garlic - saute
  3. Add all spices
  4. Add canned goods
  5. Simmer until ready to eat!
browned ground beef with onions garlic and mushrooms in a pot
browned ground beef with chili spices
chili in a pot
cumin, chili powder, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, sugar, cayenne and pepper on a plate
canned corn, tomato paste, black beans, and diced tomatoes in cans

FAQ

Can I make this classic chilli in a slow cooker?

Yes, You need to brown the ground beef first and then simply add all the ingredients to your slow cooker and cook on low for 4 hours or high for 2

What toppings go well with chili?

Green Onions, Sour Cream, Fresh Diced Tomatoes, Tortilla Chips, Shredded Cheddar Cheese.

This chili is too thick.. what can I do?!

Add 1-2 cups of beef broth.

What can I serve with Chili?

📖Recipe

bowl of chili filled with cheese sour cream, tomatoes and pita chips

Classic Chili

Easy Delicious Chili with classic flavours and ingredients.
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Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Total Time 30 mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine American, Canada
Servings 6 People
Calories 233 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon Canola Oil or other oil
  • 1 Onion diced
  • 1 pound Lean Ground Beef
  • 1 Cup Mushrooms sliced
  • 1 clove Garlic minced

Spices

  • 2½ Tablespoon Chili Powder
  • 2 Tablespoon Ground Cumin
  • 1 Tablespoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 Teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1 Tablespoon Granulated Sugar
  • ¼ Teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
  • 1½ Teaspoons salt or more to taste
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper

Canned Goods

  • 4 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 can Diced Tomatoes (1 can is 15 oz)
  • 1 can Kidney Beans or Black Beans Drain and Rinsed. (1 can is 16 oz)
  • 1 can tomato sauce (1 can is 8 oz)
  • 1 cup Canned corn Or Frozen

Optional Toppings

  • Green Onion
  • Grated Cheddar Cheese
  • Sour Cream
  • Fresh Diced Tomatoes
  • Home Toasted Tortilla Chips or Pita Bread

Instructions
 

  • In a large Dutch oven, add the oil to coat the pot. Doing this will create a non-stick surface. Add the ground beef and Brown the Meat. While it's browning use a spoon or spatula to break apart the beef into small pieces. If you have a lot of fat in the pot, drain it off.
  • Add in the diced onion, sliced mushrooms and minced garlic. Cook for a couple of minutes until tender. (placing a lid on the pot during this satge will expedite the process)
  • Add in the Spices (Chili Powder, Ground Cumin, Sugar, Garlic Powder, Onion Powder, Cayenne Powder, Salt and Pepper)
  • Add In Tomato Paste, Tomato Sauce, Tomatoes, Beans and Corn.
  • Let this Simmer for 25 minutes on a low heat.
  • Serve and Enjoy

Nutrition

Calories: 233kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 21gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 47mgSodium: 1452mgPotassium: 1068mgFiber: 5gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 1783IUVitamin C: 19mgCalcium: 87mgIron: 6mg
Keyword chili, corn, ground beef, tomato
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