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My Favorite Homemade Chili

Warm, hearty and comforting, this Classic Homemade Chili Recipe is the only one you'll ever need, guaranteed! Ridiculously rich and flavorful and so simple to throw together on a busy day.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time1 hour
Total Time1 hour 20 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Servings: 15 -20
Calories: 441kcal
Author: Jessica

Ingredients

  • 5 lb ground beef
  • 1 yellow onion diced
  • 1-2 red or green bell peppers diced
  • 28 oz crushed tomatoes
  • 28 oz tomato sauce
  • 14.5 oz fire roasted diced tomatoes or regular diced tomatoes

Chili Seasoning

  • 8 tbs chili powder
  • 2 tbs garlic powder
  • 2 tbs onion powder
  • 2 tbs cumin
  • 1 tbs salt or to taste
  • 1 tbs granulated sugar
  • 1 tbs parsley
  • 2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 teaspoon basil
  • 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper

Instructions

Stovetop Instructions:

  • In a large pot, brown ground beef until cooked through. Drain well and set aside. Brown ground beef in a large pot until cooked through. Drain well and set aside.
  • Sauté onions and peppers in the same skillet until tender. Add beef and remaining ingredients and bring to a low boil uncovered for 45-60 minutes.

Slow Cooker Instructions:

  • In a large skillet, brown ground beef until cooked through. Drain well and set aside.
  • Sauté onions and peppers in the same skillet until tender.
  • Add all ingredients to a crockpot and set to low for 5-6 hours or high for 3-4 hours.

Notes

*If you'd like to add beans, you can use any type you prefer.
Storage Instructions: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Freezing Instructions: Freeze in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Defrost in refrigerator overnight or a few hours and reheat on the stove or in microwave.

Nutrition

Calories: 441kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 31g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 14g | Trans Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 107mg | Sodium: 953mg | Potassium: 854mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 1752IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 79mg | Iron: 5mg