This really is the best beef chili in my opinion! It's loaded with tons of spices and flavor, meat, beans, and extra veggies. The recipe is based off the chili recipe my mom made growing up that everyone always loved. It was a true crowd pleaser and this one still is today. It's one of those recipes that's really so simple to make and every time people come over they always ask for the recipe. We make it with both beef and sometimes turkey and honestly we love both ways!
Ingredients
1lbground beefor ground turkey
28ozcan diced tomatoes
2canskidney beansdrained
4ozcandiced green chilis
1cupchicken broth or stock
1largeoniondiced
2green bell peppersdiced
5garlic clovesminced
2tbspchili powder
1tbspdried oregano
1tbspcumin seedsyou can use powdered
1tsppaprika
1dried bay leaf
avocado oilas needed
sea salt & black pepperto taste
Instructions
In a large pot, heat about 1-2 tbsp avocado oil. Pour in the cumin seeds and dried bay leaf if using both. Toast in the oil for about 1 minute.
Next, add in the onion, peppers and garlic and saute for about 5-7 minutes until cooked down a bit. Season with sea salt and pepper.
Add in the beef or turkey, season with more sea salt salt and pepper and the rest of the seasonings: chili powder, oregano, and paprika (& cumin if you are using the powder over the seeds)
Break up the meat and saute until the beef is cooked through.
Pour in the diced tomatoes, green chilis, kidney beans and chicken stock. Bring it to a boil and then simmer for about 10-15 minutes. Add salt if needed.
Serve in bowl and enjoy! We love to top ours with shredded cheddar cheese + cilantro + sour cream or greek yogurt, avocado, and lime.
Notes
For Storing: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.