The Best Homemade Chili Recipe
About this recipe
Chili is one of those cozy dishes that feels like a warm hug, and this homemade chili recipe is no exception. With a hearty mix of ground sirloin, beans, and a blend of spices, it's designed to please a crowd and warm you up on chilly days.
Nicole from Allrecipes shares her take on this classic dish, emphasizing the importance of layering flavors and using fresh ingredients. Her approach makes this chili not just a meal, but a comforting experience.
Ingredient notes
- Use 2 pounds of ground sirloin for a rich flavor; it cooks down significantly.
- For a sweeter chili, consider adding optional ingredients like creamed corn, butternut squash, or sweet potatoes.
Tips from Allrecipes’s video
- Start by browning the meat first to build layers of flavor in the pot.
- Deglaze the pot with beer to lift the flavors stuck to the bottom before adding tomatoes.
- If the chili is too runny, stir in a can of refried beans or masa to thicken it up.
Good to know
- How long does it take to make this chili?
- The total time for this chili recipe is about 3 hours.
- What can I do if my chili is too spicy?
- You can add a little sugar or stir in a can of creamed corn to help balance the heat.
- What type of pot should I use for making chili?
- A heavy-duty cast iron Dutch oven is recommended for making this chili.
- Can I use a slow cooker for this recipe?
- Yes, but be sure to brown all your veggies and meats before adding them to the crock pot.
No life story here — the video and the recipe are the whole point. All credit to Allrecipes: watch the original on YouTube.
The recipe
Ingredients
Steps
- 1
Brown and crumble the ground sirloin in a heavy-duty cast iron Dutch oven.
- 2
Remove the browned beef from the pan and set aside.
- 3
Add the chopped white onion to the pan and cook until translucent.
- 4
Add the yellow bell pepper, red bell pepper, poblano pepper, and garlic to the pan and soften them.
- 5
Add the chili powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, cumin, and sugar to the pan and stir to combine.
- 6
Deglaze the pot with beer and add the fire roasted diced tomatoes and tomato puree.
- 7
Pour in the beef stock and bring to a simmer.
- 8
Add the red kidney beans, pinto beans, and red beans to the pot.
- 9
Cover the chili and let it cook for at least a few hours.
- 10
If the chili is too runny, stir in a can of refried beans or masa to thicken it.
- 11
Optional: Add creamed corn, butternut squash, or sweet potatoes for added sweetness and nutrition.
- 12
Serve with garnishes like cheese, sour cream, cilantro, jalapenos, and hot sauce.
Heads up — we had to guess a little:
- The quantity of spices was inferred based on typical chili recipes.
Credit where it’s due: this recipe was transcribed from Allrecipes’s original video on YouTube. Follow them there — it’s their dish.
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