Best 5 Chili Plain And Simple But Darn Good Recipes

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Chili is a classic dish that everyone should have in their recipe collection. It's a hearty, flavorful meal that is perfect for a cold night or a casual get-together. There are endless variations of chili, but this version is plain and simple, with a few key ingredients that come together to create a darn good pot of chili. With a few pantry staples and a little bit of time, you can have a delicious and satisfying meal that the whole family will enjoy.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CLASSIC CHILI



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Mom's homemade chili recipe was the best! She knew just the right ingredients to put her 'stamp' on it. I could eat it with my eyes closed and know it was hers. It amazed me that she could put it together in so little time. -Marjorie Carey, Alamosa, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 2h

Yield 12 servings (3 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 medium green pepper, chopped
2 medium onions, chopped
1/2 cup chopped celery
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 pounds ground beef
2 cans (28 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
1 cup water
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 to 2 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 cans (16 ounces each) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
Tortilla chips, optional

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven or large soup kettle, saute green pepper, onions and celery in oil until tender, about 5 minutes. Add ground beef and cook until browned; drain. Stir in tomatoes, tomato sauce, water, Worcestershire sauce and seasonings. Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Cover and simmer for 1-1/2 hours, stirring occasionally. Add kidney beans. Simmer, uncovered, 10 minutes longer. If desired, serve with tortilla chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 259 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 47mg cholesterol, Sodium 708mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 20g protein.

BEST DAMN CHILI



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After years of adjustments I have found a recipe for all to enjoy. Previous ones were either too hot or too mild, this one even was to the liking of my finance who hates chili.

Provided by Danny Jaye

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chili Recipes     Beef Chili Recipes

Time 2h50m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 28

4 tablespoons olive oil
1 yellow onion, chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 Anaheim chile pepper, chopped
2 red jalapeno pepper, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 ½ pounds lean ground beef
¼ cup Worcestershire sauce
1 pinch garlic powder, or to taste
2 beef bouillon cubes
1 (12 fluid ounce) can or bottle light beer (such as Coors®)
1 (28 ounce) can crushed San Marzano tomatoes
1 (14.5 ounce) can fire-roasted diced tomatoes
1 (12 ounce) can tomato paste
½ cup white wine
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 tablespoons ground cumin
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon chipotle pepper sauce
2 ½ teaspoons dried basil
1 ½ teaspoons smoked paprika
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 (16 ounce) cans dark red kidney beans (such as Bush's®)
1 cup sour cream
3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
½ teaspoon ground cumin

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat; cook and stir onion, bell pepper, Anaheim pepper, jalapeno peppers, and garlic in the hot oil until softened.
  • Meanwhile, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir beef in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes; add Worcestershire sauce and garlic powder. Crumble bouillon cubes over beef and add beer. Continue to cook , scraping any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet, until liquid is hot, about 3 minutes. Stir beef mixture into pepper mixture.
  • Stir crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and wine to the beef mixture. Season with chili powder, 2 tablespoons cumin, brown sugar, pepper sauce, basil, paprika, salt, oregano, and black pepper. Bring to a boil and reduce heat to medium-low. Cover and simmer until meat and vegetables are very tender and flavors have developed in the chili, about 90 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Mix kidney beans into beef and vegetables. Continue to simmer until beans are hot, about 30 minutes more.
  • Blend sour cream, cilantro, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon cumin in a food processor until smooth. Serve sour cream mixture with chili.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 406.3 calories, Carbohydrate 27.6 g, Cholesterol 74.4 mg, Fat 21.1 g, Fiber 7 g, Protein 25.2 g, SaturatedFat 7.8 g, Sodium 1014.5 mg, Sugar 7.4 g

DARN GOOD CHILI



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Best chili concoction this side of the Rio Grande! Not for the faint of heart.

Provided by TUGORETZ

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chili Recipes     Beef Chili Recipes

Time 2h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound lean ground beef
1 cup chopped onion
½ red bell pepper, chopped
3 tablespoons chili powder
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 bay leaf
1 (14.5 ounce) can peeled and diced tomatoes
1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, drained
1 cup spaghetti sauce
1 cup salsa
¼ cup taco sauce

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan or stockpot, cook ground beef, onion and red pepper until beef is browned. Drain off excess fat.
  • Stir in the chili powder, garlic, bay leaf, diced tomatoes, spaghetti sauce, salsa and taco sauce. Lower heat and simmer for 1 1/2 hours, stirring occasionally. Stir in beans just before serving and heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 384.1 calories, Carbohydrate 34.1 g, Cholesterol 59.2 mg, Fat 18.1 g, Fiber 7.6 g, Protein 20.1 g, SaturatedFat 6.7 g, Sodium 964.4 mg, Sugar 13.9 g

CHILI, PLAIN AND SIMPLE BUT DARN GOOD



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This is plain and simple but makes a wonderful chili, you may add in other ingredients if desired, my family likes this topped with cheddar cheese and sour cream then served with recipe#105726 --- I strongly suggest to make this 1-3 days ahead the flavors will intensify and ripen, you will really notice a difference in flavor if made ahead --- all amounts may be adjusted to taste.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Meat

Time 2h15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 lbs lean ground beef
2 medium onions, chopped
1 green bell pepper, seeded and chopped
6 large garlic cloves, coarsley chopped (do not mince the garlic)
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (adjust to taste) (optional)
2 -3 tablespoons chili powder
2 teaspoons cumin
4 (14 1/2 ounce) cans stewed tomatoes, with juice
1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
2 teaspoons seasoning salt or 2 teaspoons white salt, to taste
2 (15 ounce) cans red kidney beans, with juice

Steps:

  • In a large pot brown the ground beef with onion and green bell pepper until no longer pink; drain all fat.
  • Add in garlic, oregano and chili flakes; cook stirring until browned (about 12-15 minutes, for the best flavor the meat must be slightly browned).Add in chili powder and cumin; cook stirring for 2 minutes.
  • Add in stewed tomatoes, tomato sauce and seasoned salt; bring to a boil over medium heat stirring.
  • Reduce heat to low and cook uncovered for 1-1/2 hours stirring occasionally.
  • Stir in the beans with their liquid and continue to cook for another 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

SIMPLE, PERFECT CHILI



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Ree Drummond's Simple, Perfect Chili recipe from The Pioneer Woman on Food Network will be a new comfort-food favorite for your family.

Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h40m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 pounds ground beef
2 cloves garlic, chopped
One 8-ounce can tomato sauce
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground oregano
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 cup masa harina
One 15-ounce can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
One 15-ounce can pinto beans, drained and rinsed
Shredded Cheddar, for serving
Chopped onions, for serving
Tortilla chips, for serving
Lime wedges, for serving

Steps:

  • Place the ground beef in a large pot and throw in the garlic. Cook over medium heat until browned. Drain off the excess fat, and then pour in the tomato sauce, chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt and cayenne. Stir together well, cover, and then reduce the heat to low. Simmer for 1 hour, stirring occasionally. If the mixture becomes overly dry, add 1/2 cup water at a time as needed.
  • After an hour, place the masa harina in a small bowl. Add 1/2 cup water and stir together with a fork. Dump the masa mixture into the chili. Stir together well, and then taste and adjust the seasonings. Add more masa paste and/or water to get the chili to your preferred consistency, or to add more corn flavor. Add the beans and simmer for 10 minutes. Serve with shredded Cheddar, chopped onions, tortilla chips and lime wedges.

Tips for Making the Best Plain and Simple Chili:

  • Use fresh ingredients: Fresh vegetables, herbs, and spices will give your chili the best flavor. If possible, buy organic ingredients to avoid pesticides and other chemicals.
  • Brown the meat well: Browning the meat before adding it to the chili will help to develop its flavor and give the chili a richer color.
  • Use a variety of beans: Different beans have different flavors and textures, so using a variety will give your chili a more complex flavor. Some good options include kidney beans, black beans, and pinto beans.
  • Don't skimp on the spices: Chili is all about the spices, so don't be afraid to use a generous amount. Some essential spices for chili include chili powder, cumin, oregano, and paprika.
  • Simmer the chili for a long time: The longer you simmer the chili, the more time the flavors will have to develop. Aim to simmer the chili for at least 1 hour, but 2 or 3 hours is even better.

Conclusion:

There you have it! These are the tips and tricks you need to know to make a delicious and hearty pot of chili. So get cooking and enjoy!

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