A hearty and flavorful One-Pot Beef and Vegetable Chili combining ground beef, beans, and vegetables simmered with chili spices for a comforting meal.
Author:Sandra
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:35 minutes
Total Time:50 minutes
Yield:6 servings
Category:Main Course
Method:Stovetop
Cuisine:American
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound ground beef
1 onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 bell pepper, diced
1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
1 cup corn (frozen or canned)
Spices
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin
Salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
Garnish
Fresh cilantro, for garnish
Instructions
Heat and brown: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add ground beef, diced onion, and minced garlic. Cook, stirring frequently, until the beef is browned and the onion has softened, about 7 minutes.
Add vegetables and spices: Stir in diced bell pepper, kidney beans, black beans, crushed tomatoes, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine.
Simmer: Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer gently for 25 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking and allow flavors to meld.
Add corn and cook: Stir in the corn and continue cooking for an additional 5 minutes until heated through.
Serve: Ladle the chili into bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro before serving hot.
Notes
For a spicier chili, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or chopped jalapeños along with the spices.
Use fresh corn if available; just cook it slightly before adding to the chili.
To make this recipe gluten free, ensure canned beans and spices have no gluten-containing additives.
Leftover chili can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
For added texture, top with shredded cheese or sour cream if desired.