The Pioneer Woman Chili (Print-Friendly Version)
Classic beef and bean chili simmered with tomatoes, spices, and toppings for a cozy, flavorful meal.
# Ingredients You’ll Need:
→ Main Ingredients
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2 pounds ground beef or ground turkey
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1 small onion, diced
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1 green bell pepper, diced
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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2 cans (14.5 ounces each) diced tomatoes
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1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
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2 cups beef broth
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2 cans (15 ounces each) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
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1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, drained and rinsed
→ Seasonings
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2 to 3 tablespoons chili powder
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1 teaspoon ground cumin
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1 teaspoon paprika
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1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
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Salt and ground black pepper, to taste
→ Toppings (optional)
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Shredded cheese
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Sour cream
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Sliced green onions
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Avocado slices
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Tortilla chips
# How to Make It:
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Dice the onion and green bell pepper, mince the garlic, and measure out all spices and seasonings before beginning.
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In a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot, heat 1 tablespoon of oil over medium heat. Add ground beef or turkey and cook for 5 to 7 minutes, breaking it up with a wooden spoon until browned. Drain excess fat and set meat aside.
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In the same pot, add diced onion, green bell pepper, and minced garlic. Sauté for 3 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are softened and garlic is fragrant.
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Return browned meat to the pot with the sautéed vegetables. Stir in chili powder, cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper if using, salt, and black pepper. Toast spices for 1 to 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
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Pour in the diced tomatoes with juices, tomato sauce, and beef broth. Stir thoroughly to combine all ingredients.
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Bring mixture to a simmer over medium-high heat. Reduce to low, cover, and cook for 45 minutes to deepen flavors, stirring occasionally.
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Gently fold in the drained kidney beans and pinto beans. Continue simmering uncovered for an additional 15 minutes, allowing beans to absorb the flavors.
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Taste the chili and adjust seasoning with extra salt, black pepper, or chili powder as desired.
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Ladle chili into bowls and offer optional toppings including shredded cheese, sour cream, green onions, avocado slices, and tortilla chips to garnish as desired.
# Extra Suggestions:
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Pre-chopping vegetables and measuring spices in advance streamlines the cooking process. The chili tastes even better the next day as flavors further develop.