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Easy One-Pot Ground Beef and Bean Chili for Weeknight Dinners

Close-up of a steaming white bowl filled with rich, hearty chili containing ground meat and kidney beans.
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This is a simple, hearty chili recipe using ground beef and beans, made entirely in one pot on the stovetop. It is quick enough for a busy weeknight dinner and delivers classic comfort food flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1.5 pounds ground beef
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
  • 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 3 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
  2. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned. Drain off any excess grease.
  3. Add the chopped onion and bell pepper to the pot. Cook until the vegetables soften, about 5 to 7 minutes.
  4. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Add the rinsed beans, crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, and beef broth to the pot. Stir to combine.
  6. Stir in the chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper, if using.
  7. Bring the mixture to a simmer. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot partially, and let the chili cook for at least 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. For deeper flavor, simmer for up to 45 minutes.
  8. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed before serving.

Notes

  • Serve this hearty chili with shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, or chopped green onions for added texture and flavor.
  • If you prefer a thicker chili, remove the lid for the last 15 minutes of cooking to allow some liquid to evaporate.
  • This recipe freezes well; cool completely before transferring to an airtight container for storage.

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