End Zone Spicy Beef Chili (Printable View)
Enjoy a hearty, bold chili with tender beef, beans, and a fiery spice blend. Ideal for game day or a cozy night in.
# Ingredient List:
→ Meats
01 - 2 pounds beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
→ Vegetables
03 - 1 large yellow onion, diced
04 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
05 - 1 green bell pepper, diced
06 - 4 cloves garlic, minced
07 - 2 jalapeños, seeded and finely chopped
→ Canned Goods
08 - 2 (15 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
09 - 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
10 - 2 (15 ounce) cans kidney beans, drained and rinsed
11 - 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
→ Spices & Seasonings
12 - 3 tablespoons chili powder
13 - 2 teaspoons ground cumin
14 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
15 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
16 - 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
17 - 1 teaspoon salt
18 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
→ Liquids
19 - 2 cups beef broth
→ Optional Toppings
20 - Shredded cheddar cheese
21 - Sour cream
22 - Chopped green onions
23 - Fresh cilantro
# How to Prepare:
01 - Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Add beef cubes and brown on all sides, working in batches if necessary. Remove browned beef and set aside.
02 - In the same pot, add diced onions, red and green bell peppers, and jalapeños. Sauté for 5 to 7 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
03 - Return the browned beef to the pot. Stir in chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, dried oregano, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute to toast the spices.
04 - Add diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and beef broth to the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
05 - Stir in the drained and rinsed kidney beans and black beans. Simmer uncovered for 30 minutes, or until the beef is tender and the chili thickens to your desired consistency.
06 - Taste the chili and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot with your choice of optional toppings.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- It's a secret weapon for feeding a crowd or simply making your kitchen smell incredible on a lazy Sunday.
- The way the beef slow cooks into absolute tenderness, melding with those bold spices, is just pure comfort food magic.
02 -
- Never rush the browning of your beef; that deep, crusty sear is where all the foundational flavor for your chili truly begins.
- Adding a small piece of dark chocolate or a tablespoon of unsweetened cocoa powder during the simmering stage deepens the flavor profile incredibly, a trick I learned that transformed my chili.
03 -
- Make this chili a day ahead of time; the flavors deepen and meld even more beautifully overnight, making it taste even better on day two.
- If you prefer a slightly smoother, thicker chili, carefully use an immersion blender for a few quick pulses in the pot before adding the beans, being mindful not to puree everything.