Description
This hearty and flavorful chili recipe from The Pioneer Woman is a perfect blend of ground beef, beans, and spices. It’s easy to prepare on the stovetop and is ideal for family gatherings or cozy nights at home. Garnished with cheese, sour cream, and tortilla chips, this chili is sure to please everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs. ground beef (80% lean)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 oz. tomato sauce
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for heat)
- 1/4 cup masa harina (or substitute with cornmeal, flour, or cornstarch for texture)
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) pinto beans, drained and rinsed
- (Instant Pot only) 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with juice
Garnish Options
- Shredded Cheddar cheese
- Lime wedges
- Sour cream
- Tortilla chips or Fritos
- Diced green onions
Instructions
- Brown the Beef: In a large pot over medium heat, cook and crumble the ground beef until browned. Drain excess grease.
- Add Garlic and Sauce: Add garlic and tomato sauce, stirring for 1 minute.
- Season: Add chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt, and cayenne pepper. Stir to combine, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1 hour, stirring occasionally. If the chili appears too thick, add 1/2 cup of water as needed.
- Thicken with Masa: In a small bowl, mix masa harina with 1/2 cup water, then stir into the chili. Add more masa or water if needed for the desired consistency.
- Add Beans: Add the kidney and pinto beans, simmer for 10 more minutes.
- Serve: Serve with garnishes like Cheddar, sour cream, and tortilla chips.
Notes
- For an extra kick, add diced jalapeños or increase the cayenne pepper.
- This chili can be easily adapted for vegetarian diets by omitting the meat and adding more beans or vegetables.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 1 hr 15 mins
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg