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HOMEMADE MEXICAN BEEF CHILI

HOMEMADE MEXICAN BEEF CHILI

Hearty homemade Mexican beef chili with tender beef, beans, warm spices, and rich tomato flavor. Perfect cozy dinner for any night.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 8

Ingredients
  

  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 1 green bell pepper diced
  • 1 jalapeño seeded and finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 pounds ground beef 80/20
  • 3 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 29 ounces crushed tomatoes
  • 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 15 ounces black beans rinsed and drained
  • 15 ounces pinto beans rinsed and drained

Instructions
 

  • Dice the onion, bell pepper, jalapeño, and garlic.
  • Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and bell pepper; sauté two to three minutes.
  • Stir in garlic and jalapeño; cook one minute.
  • Add ground beef. Cook until almost browned. Drain extra grease if necessary.
  • Add chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, coriander, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Stir and cook for one minute.
  • Pour in crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, and beef broth. Stir to combine.
  • Add the black beans and pinto beans.
  • Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low. Cook uncovered for 45–60 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Adjust seasoning or thickness as needed.
  • Serve warm with toppings and sides of your choice.
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