This classic chili recipe could be made in the slow cooker or check out our slow cooker chili recipe.
Can I freeze chili?
This easy chili recipe freezes exceptionally well. Store in an airtight container for up to three months.
Can I turn this into a vegetarian recipe?
If you’d like to make this chili into a vegetarian dish, omit the ground beef and increase the beans in the recipe.
What is the secret ingredient to good chili?
The secret ingredient to take your chili to the next level is adding one teaspoon of cinnamon along with all the other spices. It brings an added warmth without adding additional spice and is a great way to balance the other spices in your recipe.
How do you make chili more flavorful?
You can make your chili even more flavorful by adding additional spices to the mix. While we love the classics of cumin, cayenne, and chili powder, you can get creative by adding spices such as turmeric, garam masala, or sumac for even more flavor.
Ingredients
2 pounds ground beef or turkey
2 small green peppers about 2 cups diced
1 small yellow onion about 1 ½ cups diced
2 cans tomatoes diced (15-ounce cans)
15 ounce can tomato sauce
6 ounce can tomato paste
15 ounces water
2 cans kidney beans drained and rinsed (15-ounce cans)
3 tablespoons chili powder
2 tablespoons garlic powder
2 tablespoons onion powder
3 tablespoons cumin
1 tablespoon paprika
1 teaspoon chipotle powder
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
½ tablespoon salt
1 teaspoon white pepper
½ teaspoon baking soda optional
Instructions
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