Hearty One-Pot Chili

None · Year-round · 90 min · Serves 6 · By The Lesapor Kitchen

This hearty one-pot chili is perfect for any day of the week. Using common pantry staples, it's an easy and delicious meal that will keep you coming back for more.

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 bell pepper, chopped
• 1 pound ground beef
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 (28-ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 1 (15-ounce) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 2 cups beef broth
• Salt, to taste
• Black pepper, to taste

Method

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in the minced garlic and chopped bell pepper, cooking for another 2 minutes.
4. Add the ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook until browned.
5. Mix in the chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, and oregano, and cook for 1 minute.
6. Pour in the diced tomatoes, kidney beans, black beans, and beef broth. Stir to combine.
7. Bring the chili to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 60 minutes, stirring occasionally.
8. Season the chili with salt and black pepper to taste before serving.