Melanie's Chili

Melanie's Chili
  • PREP TIME
    10 mins
  • COOK TIME
    20 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    30 mins
  • SERVING
    6 People
  • VIEWS
    325

A hearty and flavorful chili, perfect for a cozy night in. This recipe is incredibly simple, yet delivers a depth of flavor that will warm you from the inside out. It's a true crowd-pleaser, adaptable to your own spice preferences.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    54 g
  • Cholesterol
    47 mg
  • Fiber
    18 g
  • Protein
    30 g
  • Saturated Fat
    5 g
  • Sodium
    524 mg
  • Sugar
    6 g
  • Fat
    13 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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01 Step

Recipe View 7 mins In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat, breaking it up with a spoon. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.

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02 Step

Recipe View 1 mins Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, rinsed pinto beans, chili powder, cumin, cayenne pepper, and minced garlic. (1 minute)

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03 Step

Recipe View 50 mins Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for at least 20 minutes, or up to an hour, to allow the flavors to meld. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking. (20-60 minutes)

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04 Step

Recipe View 1 mins Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Add more chili powder for a deeper chili flavor, more cayenne for extra heat, or a pinch of salt and pepper to balance the flavors. (1 minute)

For a richer flavor, try using ground chuck or a combination of ground beef and ground pork.
If you like a thicker chili, mash some of the pinto beans against the side of the pot.
This chili is even better the next day! Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Serve with your favorite toppings, such as shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped green onions, or a dollop of Greek yogurt.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.5/ 5 ( 108 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (9)
  • Patsy Mertz

    Easy to customize to my tastes. Great base recipe.

  • Fritz Collins

    Husband loves this chili. He said it's better than restaurant quality!

  • Nadia Rohan

    I doubled the recipe for a party and it was a huge hit!

  • Llewellyn Hackett

    I add a little bit of brown sugar to balance the acidity. Try it!

  • Vicky Yundt

    Simmering it for an hour really made a difference in the flavor. Thanks for the tip!

  • Orrin Brakus

    This is my go-to chili recipe now! So easy and delicious.

  • Alexander Emard

    I added a can of black beans and it was amazing!

  • Isidro Terry

    I used ground turkey instead of beef and it was still delicious!

  • Orland Pricemante

    The perfect amount of spice for my family. I didn't change a thing!

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