The Best Classic Chili is a traditional chili recipe just like mom used to make with ground beef, beans, and a simple homemade blend of chili seasonings.
This classic chili is perfect for a weeknight meal because it can be made in minutes. The only thing to chop is an onion.
I’ve been playing around with this recipe for the past few months, making it many times. My family didn’t mind the repetition at all because I really do believe that I ended up with the best chili ever!
How To Make Homemade Chili
Note: This is a summary. The full printable recipe and step by step video are located at the bottom of this post.
- Heat olive in a large soup pot.
- Add chopped onion and cook for 5 minutes.
- Add ground beef and break it apart with a wooden spoon.
- Cook for 6-7 minutes.
- Add chili powder, cumin, sugar, tomato paste, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and optional cayenne.
- Stir until well combined.
- Add diced tomatoes, kidney beans, beef broth, and tomato sauce.
- Stir well.
- Simmer for 20-25 minutes.
- Let it rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.
What do you top chili with?
In addition to the chili ingredients listed in this recipe, you may also want to have these things as toppings.
- shredded cheddar cheese
- sour cream
- sliced green onions
- saltine crackers or oyster crackers
- diced avocado
How To Store
Store in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to five days. Or, store in the freezer for up to three months. Transfer the container to the refrigerator to thaw the day before you want to reheat it.
Pro Tip – Is It Too Spicy?
The brand of chili powder you use will have a huge difference in how spicy your chili will be. Different brands of chili powder have VERY different levels of spiciness.
I always use McCormick Chili Powder (No affiliation) because it is flavorful without being spicy.
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The Best Classic Chili Recipe
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Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion -diced
- 1 pound 90% lean ground beef
- 2 1/2 tablespoons chili powder*
- 2 tablespoons ground cumin
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper** -optional
- 1 1/2 cups beef broth
- 1 (15 oz.) can petite diced tomatoes
- 1 (16 oz.) can red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 (8 oz.) can tomato sauce
Instructions
- Add the olive oil to a large soup pot and place it over medium-high heat for two minutes. Add the onion. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add the ground beef to the pot. Break it apart with a wooden spoon. Cook for 6-7 minutes, until the beef is browned, stirring occasionally.
- Add the chili powder, cumin, sugar, tomato paste, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and optional cayenne. Stir until well combined.
- Add the broth, diced tomatoes (with their juice), drained beans, and tomato sauce. Stir well.
- Bring the liquid to a low boil. Then, reduce the heat (low to medium-low) to gently simmer the chili, uncovered, for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Remove the pot from the heat. Let the chili rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Nutrition
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This is always my go-to recipe every time I make chili. Thanks a lot!
So Good!
Go to recipe for chilli
Very good recipe. I’ve made it several times for my family. I added more kidney beans, ground beef, plus 1 green bell pepper. Just to change things up a bit. This way I’m sure to have enough for seconds.
Love this chile recipe! It is delicious! Thank you very much.
This really is the best chili! My husband loves it. I have had to dial down the chili powder a bit, but he loves it and so do I. Leftovers go great on baked potatoes.
The title says it all 😋
My go-to chili recipe! I’ve used this recipe so many times and I always get asked for my chili recipe. The only tweaks I do is to omit the sugar and cayenne pepper and decrease the chili powder because my kiddos don’t like spicy.
I’ve tried countless chili recipes over the years, and this is our favorite by far. I make it in the instant pot, without any modifications. Low pressure or you may get a burn warning.
My favorite chili recipe, perfectly seasoned. I add diced green peppers and I use my Instant Pot to sauté everything and then pressure cook it for 20 minutes. We serve it alone, over nachos or on a potato with cheese, sour cream and avocado 😋
Can you please tell me how many servings this recipe makes?
My. Husband likes this recipe …even requested it two times and then a few weeks late. so do I …It takes me back to simpler times..
My go to Chili’s recipe. Have made this many times, in fact it’s cooking right now!
This is our family’s go-to chili for years. We make it for company, to drop off for friends, etc. Best one we have tried!
Best! I make it constantly.
My family loves this recipe. I don’t add any cayenne pepper do to having young children and I assume they wouldn’t care for that flavor profile. And… I do add pasta to it. (Must be the Indiana girl in me to do that!) So Good!!
Great recipe! Easy to follow and taste great.
We love this recipe. Just the right amount of spice for both of us. I make it often!
This is my GO TO recipe for years!!!! Love it, you can definitely add more flavor to this but it’s a GREAT staple/starter recipe
This is the best chili recipe I’ve used. I always have to add more spices to chili I make except for this one – you’ve got the spice ratio absolutely perfect and it’s ready to eat immediately. Thank you for such a great and simple recipe!!!
Absolutely delicious! I make it different ways. Sometimes I use a half a pound of hamburger, two carrots, and black beans. It makes it healthier that way.
I have found this recipe to be a real winner. I’ve prepared chili using this recipe numerous times over the past few years and it never disappoints.
I just entered chili based on this recipe in a chili cookoff this past weekend. I won the Peoples Choice award for the best chili! Bravo for The Best Classic Chili!!!
Generations love this recipe – it’s tasty and easy!
But a tad sweet so cut the sugar by half and also used brown sugar instead of granulated sugar.
Otherwise great- thank you!
Really good. It is one of my default recipes to cook at home
I’ve made this recipe a few times, and comments have been that this is the best chili my guests have had.
I work in a youth home and all my youth love this recipe. We make it weekly with fry bread.
I’ve remade this recipe so many times! It’s my go too! It’s the perfect chilli recipe!
Love this easy and tasty recipe. Save some money and tomato paste waste: Use the whole 6 oz can of tomato paste and skip the tomato sauce. Add more water to your consistency liking. I also like to add a can of tri-bean blend for more beans and bean variety.
So good, thank you so much for sharing. I’ve made this with ground beef and ground venison – turns out great every time.
This chili truly lives up to its name, “The Best Classic Chili Recipe.” And if I may add to that,EVER! The home made chili spices are so delicious that I will be making it to save and brighten up eggs, veggies and pretty much anything that stands still long enough! I used white kidney beans instead of red because that is what I had on hand. Also, I omitted the cayenne pepper just because…This chili is so balanced in flavor as is and such a warm welcome on these cold nights.
We love it and thank you for sharing this recipe!
Vicki C.
I love this recipe! I’ve made it countless times over the last couple years. It’s delicious and my husband loves it too! Thanks for the recipe!
This is the best chili ever!!! I make it once a month. I do minus the meat and add extra can of beans because I’m vegan. Yummy!!!
This has been my favorite recipe for years. For the effort it takes to make this, it’s amazing. Quick enough for a weeknight. I sometimes add some chopped green bell pepper for a bit of extra. I also use 2 cans of kidney beans just because I like them. Thank you for such a fantastic recipe!
My family absolutely adore this recipe it’s my go to on a rainy day! I don’t see chili powder but I add the cayenne pepper and it give just the right flavor !
We made this for our church with beef and another pot with ground turkey. Both were hits.
Absolutely classic chili.
This chili is amazing! I’ve tried a lot of other people’s chili and this is by far the best!
It is my fav!! I’ve been using this recipe for a loooong time!!
Always used to make Chili based on the directions on the back of the Chili seasoning packet. This is SO much better! Lots of flavor now!
Hands down, the best chili recipe. Family and friends love it. I even used this recipe in a chili cook off and won😁. Had to use this cheat code….
My family and I love this recipe!!
It was passed to me from my brother in law, I have since passed to my daughter & son.
Definitely a family favorite!
Thank you for this recipe
As written, this is what I consider the perfect chili. This recipe has a great blend of spices, perfect thickness, not too bean-heavy. One change I made was I substituted the sugar with 1/4 cup grated carrots. I sauteed them with the onion. The carrots’ sweetness balanced the acid just like the white sugar, and the fact it was grated made it “disappear” in the dish. My family couldn’t tell the difference between the chili with the carrots and the chili with the white sugar. This dish is somehow even more delicious the next day, if you can manage to keep any leftovers!
The chili was Rich and flavorful. I love that you’re a culinary dietitian.
Love it. Make it all the time.
Made this today! Very good!
I did substitute with ground pork and chicken base.
Excellent!
This is my favorite chili recipe. I make it weekly and even my picky 2 year old loves it! Thanks for sharing it!
This has become my go to chile recipe It is absolutely delicious and thickens up nicely.
I’ve tried so many chili recipes, and this one by far is our family’s fave!
Made this as a last minute quick dinner.
It was amazing!!! Everyone loved it. Will be making this again.
Thank you for the recipe
The best chili I have ever made. A keeper!
Love this recipe. I only changed out navy beans for kidney beans.
Honestly, best chili I ever had. I always end up adding more seasoning than the recipe calls for, for more flavor. Just my preference. I also like to swap out the kidney beans for pinto and add chopped green bell peppers too!
This chili is amazing!
This chili was absolutely delicious! I made the recipe exactly as it was written, except I didn’t have tomato sauce, so I substituted with 8 ounces of crushed tomatoes. I also used fire-roasted diced tomatoes instead. After adding the spices, I included about a tablespoon of Shaoxing cooking wine, and in the last 7 minutes of cooking, I added an entire block of cubed tofu. I reduced the salt by half, using only about ¾ teaspoon.
After letting the chili sit, I topped it with sour cream and cilantro. It turned out amazing! I wanted to add shredded cheddar cheese, but unfortunately, I didn’t have any on hand. This recipe would either win or be a top contender in any chili cook-off contest. Thank you for sharing this with us! ❤️ This will definitely be part of my permanent winter recipe rotation.
Thought this recipe’s flavor was spot on. So did my kids and babysitter.
Love this recipie!! So delicious, quick, and easy. This has been my go-to chili recipie for years ❤️
This has turned into my go-to chili recipe. It’s delicious and is consistently so. My father-in-law thinks it’s better than steak. Thank you so much for sharing the delicious recipe!!
The flavor in this chili is spot on. I add corn and extra black beans. This is my go-to recipe always.
For those watching salt intake: I’ve been making a similar recipe for years, and never added any additional salt. The spices provide great flavor. And once you’re used to lower salt, try reduced sodium broth and even no salt tomatoes!
But this recipe is a KEEPER! Thank you for sharing.
Delicious ❤️
I made this a few years ago and loved it. I’ve since adjusted here and there to eliminate waste (who uses 2T of tomato paste or 1 1/2 C of beef broth???). The spice quantity is definitely on point.
Best chili ever! I make it often
Oh my goodness. This is the best chili recipe. I took a batch to my dad and son, both called about how great it was. My son used the word excellent!! Made it exactly as the recipe states and will never cook chili any other way.
Best chili ever!! Nice and sweet incoming with a bit of heat afterwards!! Loved it!!!
I tried this recipe for the first time. I wasn’t sure about all the cumin, so I did like 1.75 tablespoons of it. For me it’s a little too strong, it hits you in the back of the throat. But what I did to fix that was added the whole can of tomato paste, a 28 oz can of the crushed tomatoes, a splash of Worcestershire sauce, and 1/2 cup of water. Now I know this will sound weird, but online said this is one of the things you can add to offset the cumin, so I added 4 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice, no you cannot taste the lemon juice. I actually fresh squeezed the juice to 1 tablespoon size amounts and froze in ice cube trays so they are portioned out, worked great for this. This fixed the overpowering cumin, and made it taste so much brighter. I also added 2 cut up Delmonico steaks. I seared and seasoned them real quick, cooled them off and cut them in small bite size chunks. This really tastes delicious. Now I’m going to make the Durgin-Park Restaurant Corn Bread.
The perfect spice combination for the perfect chili and it’s so easy to put together! This will be my go-to chili recipe from now on. Thanks!
I used some chuck roast and cooked it longer. The flavor was perfect. I will definitely make this again. I think this is my favorite chili recipe now.
Question. Can you blend the diced tomatoes. My family will not eat any chunky tomatoes
I too really do believe you’ve found the best chili ever! This is soooooo good, it is in my regular rotation now. My family loves it too. I added corn, celery and mushrooms tonight to add more nutrition but it is perfect tasting the way it is in the recipe 🙂
Love the recipe!
Does 1 serving equal 1 cup?
Everyone gets excited when they know THIS chili bean recipe is on the menu ~ the flavor balance is perfect and the chili comes out nice and thick. Tonight I was low on regular chili powder so I substituted 1/2 ancho chili powder and it was just as delicious . We always top our bowls with grated cheddar cheese and a dollop of sour cream. It’s the perfect meal on a cold evening with homemade cornbread (try the Land O’Lakes recipe..it’s another family favoriite) . Enjoy
The best chilli recipe I’ve ever tasted. I will always use this one.
This is our go to chili! The only one we make now and everyone loves it! Thank you!
LOVE this recipe. I have been making it for years for my husband and for gatherings and it’s a hit every time.
I usually double up on the beans because I like them.
I have been making this recipe for last 3 years
Everyone tells me it’s best Chili they have ever had
Do you drain the fat from the beef?
This would be EXCELLENT, except there’s way too much cumin, and a little too much sugar for my entire family. I made it for a get together after Christmas for 8 people, and everyone agreed. The consistency, heat, everything else is on par, except that. I’ll definitely make again, but reduce the cumin by half, to start with, and reduce the sugar a little as well.
This is one great recipe. It has an involved flavor, not the same old/same old. I have brought to different groups and response is always the same, “More, please.”
So simple but so good!
Great Chili. Everyone loves it and it’s very easy to prepare.
I’m a firefighter and I made chili for the first time in life and at the firehouse about 3 years ago. I used this recipe. Everyone loved it, and some ppl didn’t believe it was my first time making chili. So of course I still use it. Thanks a lot for this recipe.
I have many chili recipes but i like this one for its simplicity but big payoff. Used bone broth which makes this more expensive but feel good about the extra protein. I switch to black beans or use both. Thanks foe a quick/easy flavourful recipe.
This is such a great chili! Is great with cornbread, Fritos or crackers! Very easy to make always a crowd pleaser for friends and family!
Made this tonight. It came out fabulous. It was a hit with the family.
I made this today and the only thing I changed was using premade butcher fresh hamburger patties instead of traditional ground beef. It was devine! Paired with white cilantro rice OMG.
The best!
Excellent chili recipe! As others have said, it allows for flexibility to meet a family’s tastes. My husband refuses to eat tomato chunks, so next time I might use organic tomato soup instead of the diced tomatoes. Also, we like a bit more beans in our chili, so I’ll probably add another can of beans, as well.
The directions do not indicate to drain the grease after browning the ground beef, which I thought was odd. I drained it. 🙂
Delicious chili everyone loves it. Simple and easy to make not so many ingredients and doesn’t take very long to cook!
Delicious!!!
This is a family favorite recipe! Easy to make adjustments. I like to use fire roasted tomatoes instead of the petite diced tomatoes. I use beef Better Than Boullion for the broth as it’s easy to keep on hand. It’s especially great as the ingredients are pantry staples.
This recipe is outstanding. The only thing I changed was using more meat (1.5 lbs of beef) since we like our chili a little more meaty.
I make this ALL the time and it’s a crowd pleaser; everyone loves it including my kids 🙂 we throw sour cream, cheese and crushed Doritos or Fritos on top. Also great with just some crackers. Highly recommend and so easy/quick to make
YES! I finally came across a Chili recipe that is “tasty” and full of flavour 🙌. We are not used to a sweet chili so next time I would leave out the sugar as we usually find the sugars in the cans of sauce, paste and tomatoes are enough. A recipe that satisfies the taste buds of the whole family. This is a keeper, thank you!
My go to chili recipe..love it. I stretch it out with can pinto and black beans.
This is absolutely the best chili recipe I have come across, the first time I made it I was short on cumin so I went half cumin, half coriander and it came out amazing so I have been doing that ever since, I also added corn at the end. My kids do not like beans but this recipe won them over.
I always substitute pinto beans for the red kidney beans, untrained.
Reminds me of my grandma’s recipe.❤️
Had this at a party… was so good! Thankful she shared the recipe!
Is it gluten free? My sister has celiac disease and is super gluten-sensitive but I think she woukd love this, and I’m cooking for New Year’s Eve.
Thank you for the chili recipe I’ve been hoping for!
Such an easy and flavorful recipe. I substitute Ranch Style beans with jalapeños vs the kidney beans but stick with the rest. Makes a great weekday winter meal and have enough left over to use in other applications like chili cheese burgers, etc…
This is the perfect ratio of chili powder and cumin. I left out the cayenne because we are wanting just a universally good chili without a kick.
I also used a Vidalia onion but just because I had that on hand. I also added a can of pinto beans.
I think this a perfect recipe as written but one that allows minor adjustments for your family.
I’ve made this on the stovetop, and it was a big hit. I’d like to double the ingredients for a larger crowd and make it in the crockpot. Do I need to make any adjustments to the ingredients? Thanks
I doubled this for a chili contest and I just doubled all the ingredients. It came out exactly the same. I do recommend a larger pot however…
Added some Hatch chilli’s 🌶 to spice it up, was VERY good 👍
I have tried this recipe and I have to say it is the best chili recipe hands down!!! This was so yummy and my family thoroughly enjoyed every bite lol. Definitely my go to when I need to make a pot of chili.
You are a lifesaver! My (adult) kids despise chili and especially if it has beans in it. After trying this recipe, exactly as written, they now beg me to make my (your) chili regularly, and they even eat the beans! Added bonus is that it’s completely gluten free, as long as I watch my ingredients. Thank you so much for sharing this recipe with the world!
Love it but i added a few extra things an it was even better i luv it ty
This is the best! So so good! Does anyone know the serving size? I know it’s says 6 servings but I need to know the amount in a serving size
This is truly the BEST Classic Chili recipe. All I did was add one more secret ingredient and won 1st place at a chili cook off at church! First prize was a new ladle, which I really did need. 😃
Thank you for this excellent recipe!
Quick and easy
I will only use 1 T of sugar next time.
I’ve been using this recipe for years. I cook it anytime I want to impress someone and I have received compliments every single time, without fail. Minimal clean up and soooo yummy!! I add extra broth and hatch green chilis sometimes so good
It is truly the best! I plan to use it in an upcoming chili cookoff. Just wondering what is the size of the servings that the nutritional information is based on.
The best chili ever. I make it multiple times a year!
I ws never fond of homemade chilli until I tried this recipe. My husband loves it, too
Best chili recipe! Big hit with my family. We make it often. I use only 1 TBS of sugar and add cayenne. So great!
Simple, quick , and delicious. I only had Bison instead of ground beef. This recipe is a keeper. Thank you for sharing.
I’ve made this chilli before on several occasions
Following the recipe as usual or making some modifications
Tonight I didn’t have any tomato sauce so I used 2 cans of diced tomatoes and 2 cans of beans (white and red kidney beans) so it tonight it was extra chunky- but that’s great cuz I love that.
It’s not overly spicy which is great for the kids
It’s easy to come together and quickly which is great for weeknight meals
I make this more often in the winter and serve it with tortilla chips and sour cream and the kids love it. Thank you for an awesome recipe and even if you don’t follow it exactly, it still turns out great!
I have this recipe saved and have made it dozens on times- it is sooo yummy; my friends all rave every time i make it.
Every time I make this chili I get the best compliments! I even used this recipe in a chili cook off amongst friends and it was a hit! Came in 2nd!
i’ve made this recipe twice and i love it! super delicious, flavourful, and easy to whip up quickly. i did however make some changes! i decided to forego the sugar, and substituted the beef broth for vegetable broth (just what i had on hand). i also added a healthy amount of minced garlic and an extra can of kidney beans, as i enjoy a bean-heavy chili.
This is always a hit with my hubby. This time, I only have chicken broth. Is it ok to substitute? Thank you!
My family asks for this chili all the time. This recipe is definitely a keeper! Thank you.
Love this recipe. I use only one TBSP of sugar. Also Rotel tomatoes are very good in the recipe. I used mild but the regular is a tad more spicy. Also if you don’t like kidney beans or don’t have any chili beans are great, too.
We eat this regularly in the winter.
I’ve made this chili mamy times. Add 1/2.tsp cinnamon….you will not regret it. Also, I usually use cannelloni beans because my family like them better. Excellent!
Best
Good recipe. If you don’t like it spicy, I would not recommend putting in the extra Cayenne pepper.
I love this recipe, I double it for leftovers. I also omit the diced tomato’s because my kids are picky but it’s a wonderful recipe.
The Best chili in our household.. perfection 💯
Absolute the best chili recipe. With or without beans it is delicious! Especially the next day!
I made this for a big family gathering for Christmas time, everyone loved it. I was told it’s the best Chili they’ve ever had. It’s basic, it’s easy, it’s a great Chili recipe!
I love this chili recipe! I’ve never been into cooking, but I’ve always wanted a good chili recipe that had a lot of flavor and is easy to make. This recipe is perfect for me.
Family favorite chili recipe!!!
I tripled this so my son could take some back to college and the amount of seasonings made me nervous. But other than doing one less tablespoon of sugar a bit less salt and a little more cayenne, I trusted the recipe. I think I’ve finally found the chili recipe I’ve been searching for, for years! It was absolutely perfect and we needed no other adjustment!
Great recipe except the sugar. The two tablespoons made it sooo sickly sweet it ruined the dish. Next time I would omit the sugar or add teaspoons NOT tablespoons
Do you drain the grease off of your browned hamburger?
I like this recipe. In fact it is almost exactly what I was looking for although I did use pinto beans which is a personal preference and thicken it with a tablespoon of masa harina.
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Very good and so easy and fast! My husband wants this in our dinner rotation!! Thank you.
Was very happy with this recipe. Perfect for a weeknight dinner. I used 2lbs ground beef and 3 cans kidney beans.
This is my go to chili recipe! The only recipe I have used and my family loves it. I will be making this for a girls weekend! The sugar and the cayenne are perfect for balancing each other out and give it great kick.
My go to recipe for chili ever since I found it. Love it!
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Best I’ve ever made.
This recipe is the best! Never steers me wrong.
This is fantastic! Been making this for years. I always add a variety of chili seasoned beans too
I’ve been using this recipe as a base recipe for years. I like the tomatoes and sugar added, and it’s difficult to find a good recipe with both. That being said, I swap stevia for sugar due to diet restrictions, dial back the chili powder about ¼ Tablespoon (kiddo), double the meat and tomatoes, add bush’s chili beans with seasoning then skim the top with beef broth. Crowd pleaser!
The BEST chili recipe! I use a little less sugar than it calls for and no pepper flakes because I have young kids! My kids also don’t like super chunky tomatoes so I sub the diced tomatoes out with crushed tomatoes for a smoother consistency! Even won best traditional chili at our work chili cookoff 🙂
Pairs amazing with Krusteaz Gluten Free Cornbread too!
Cummin over powering taste Next time will use half what is called for. Texture was excellent
10/10!! So easy and ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS! 🔥
So delicious and flavorful! I didn’t have tomato sauce so I used an equal amount of mild Pace picante sauce and reduced the chili powder to 2 T and cumin to 4 t This one is a definite winner!
Excellent recipe! I make this in my kitchen but When staying in a hotel, I made this recipe to save money…cooked the ground beef in the hotel microwave for 4 min, added the spices and veggies then microwaved for 6 min. Just as delicious.
Delicious Chili. I am asked for recipe all the time.
Thanks to this recipe, my husband says I make the best chili, and I’ve never even made chili before! I substituted tomatos with green chiles for the diced tomatos (because that’s all I had), added a sprinkle of paprika and a dash of worcestshire, and hot chili sirarcha sauce because I didn’t have cayenne. That’s how I always make it now!
Best chili recipe I ever made. And I’ve made many recipes over the years. No changes to the recipe either.
Best chili ever. It hs just so flavorful everyone I made this for raves!
I use this as a base recipe and it’s fantastic.
I add a variety of beans. Like black navy beans, white kidney, the tiny red kidney, fava, black eyed…. I like variety and I use what I have. I also add green and red pepper and chunky cut zucchini and it’s amazing. My kids Even request the chili.
This is the best chili recipe ever. I love spicy, so I use fresh habanero here also and I usually switch the kidney beans to black bensa. Top it with some lime juice, coriander, cheddar and sour cream and you have a winner. I’ve cooked my chili based on this recipe for at least two years, both in Finland (where we used to live) and in Germany (where we live now).
I love this chili recipe! My go to every time. I use a little less sugar, but otherwise the best!
I have made this recipe for years and realized I never left a well deserved review- this is the best and one of the easiest chili recipes. Highly adaptable, I’ve made it with ground turkey as well as directed with beef. Everyone loves it! I do dial back the sugar to about 1/2 tbsp instead of 2 just based on preference but that is the only thing I change! I will continue to use this as my main chili recipe each fall and winter!
absolutely the Best chili ever.. my hubby won’t even share 😂 I do however, use “Chili Beans/Red Kidney Beans” kuz they specifically are made for chili so they are soaked in chili seasons. Therefore, I do NOT drain the beans. i pour the entire can in.
This is a FANTASTIC chili recipe. It’s the perfect spice ratio, and it scales up beautifully. I’ve made this three times in the past month and a half and it’s been a hit every time.
I also like to slow cook a beef chuck roast on the side and then shred up the meat and add it to the chili for some extra protein.
I put brown sugar in not white. I cut both red and greeen or orange or combo kinds of peppers. Seasoning packet of your choice I use Montreal. Every other ingredient is in the recipe except rice. And a little corn and a few peas
Great mix
So good! Everyone loved it! I added stewed tomatoes and extra beans (because we love those). Would be good with a few spaghetti noodles too!
This is the best chili! We all love it and eat it often during cool weather. I am wondering if it would be safe to pressure can or if the recipe would need to be tweaked?
Can you make this in the crockpot? Do you have instructions for that?
I have made this numerous times on the stove and love it!
I absolutely love this recipe. I just need to figure out how to make a bigger serving size cause this is only 3 bowls of chillin and I can eat that in almost one sitting by myself. Let alone making this for the family.
Yes, I would brown the ground beef and throw it all together in the crockpot. Low for 6-8 hours. I make crockpot chili all of the time! Cheers.
This recipe deserves all the 3 thousand 5 stars it’s been given. It’s sooooo good and soooo easy! Only thing I added was 1/2 a red bell pepper. It was amazing.
I have been making this recipe for years. It so good. It is my go to recipe.!!
Excellent chili recipe! I omitted the sugar and garlic powder and used one whole garlic clove, minced, and added a tablespoon of paprika instead. Very good!
This has become our household favorite.
5+ Stars! Cooked this twice now …it’s a winner. I added my signature flavors (as always) orange liqueur (Triple Sec, or Curacao) and a few splashes of Worcestershire sauce …oh …and this time a sweet pepper. After more than two decades of chili recipes …this one is now at the top of the list. And…it isn’t that complicated. The whole family loves it. Thank you so much for sharing!
BobB & Family in Costa Rica
The only chili recipe I ever use! I dial down the spicy ingredients and sugar (young kids) and it’s always a hit. This is my 5 yo’s favorite meal.
My family loves this recipe!
Great recipe! My favorite chili recipe and everyone loves it in my household!
Loved it but I did add a few southern boy changes. Added a 1/2 lb of left over smoked pulled pork, 2 cups of broth instead of the 1 1/2 and 2 tsp of coco powder. We chalked this up as best we have ever made now.
This is an absolute hit with my family! I leave out the cayenne and its delicious 😋
Family loved it! I used brown sugar and added chunks of T bone steak. made it in the insta pot. Pressure cooked for 20 mins
I love this chili, since I first made it a few years ago it’s all I make now! I use ground turkey or sometimes I use hot Italian sauce both are good!
Is it possible to make this in a slow cooker/crock pot?
This has become my only chili I will make. It’s easy, tasty and lives up to its name.
This is the best Chili recipe very flavorful and great taste. I make it all the time. No need to look elsewhere.
Five stars!!! This is my favorite chili recipe! It is quick and easy and tastes like it has been simmering all day long.
I double the recipe because everybody has two bowls of this good stuff!
My ABSOLUTE favorite chili recipe! I’ve made this countless times, and no fails at all and is just SUPER tasty!
A nice take on chili. My family gave it 5 stars. Thanks for sharing.
BobB
I have made this probably 15 times over the past year. I keep it bookmarked and don’t use another recipe.
We are vegetarian, so I omit the beef (and I hate onions, so I omit those, too). I’m super sensitive to tomato chunk texture and it makes me feel nauseous (I’m a coward, I know), so I blend the tomatoes with an immersion blender before I add the beans (which I double).
I make a lot of changes, but the base spice ratio is spot on. THIS is exactly how my mom used to make it, and I went most of my adult life thinking I just didn’t like chili anymore, because most of it has been far too bitter for me. Thank you!
I there something else i could use instead of tomato paste.
I am a one person family and opening a tin of paste ora tube of is sucha waste.
Thank you…
Margaret Hoyle.
What I do when I open a whole can (or tube) of paste is freeze it in 1tbsp portions in a silicone mold! Then I pop them out and keep them in a jar or bag in the freezer until I need paste again 😊
I experienced opening a can of tomato paste and wasting a lot of it often. Then I located “tubes” of tomato paste that can be easily stored in the refrigerator for the next time you need tomato paste or if unopened stored in the pantry. Much more economical and a lot less waste.
I use the whole can of paste and cut out the tomato sauce.
I think I’ve made this more than ten times this year, It is delicious and simple
I have made this chili too many times to count because it’s that delicious. I Susie ground turkey rather than ground beef which is just as tasty. Serving a side salad makes this a winning combo.
This is my 2nd time making this recipe. I used all the same ingredients listed on the recipe and is delicious. If you ever wanted to make chili and never did, this is the perfect recipe for you. My husband is a picky eater, and he even had a second plate.
I’ve made this chili so many times I love it ❤
It’s the ONLY chili I make!!
I use this recipe all the time, its simple and delicious! We like to add noodles in the end. Thanks, I use many of your recipes!
Great recipe! Clear instructions and the chili turned out perfect.
Truly is an easy delicious recipe for Chili that will impress.
Made this and it was delicious. I added some pinto beans to mine(about a cup). I used 96% lean ground beef. Instead of just diced tomatoes I used the Rotel mild. Love this recipe with or without adjustments.
Super! Husband and I both enjoyed this chili for dinner tonight. Have made many different chili’s. But, this Will be my new chilli recipe!
This is the only chili recipe we use now, after trying so many the first two years of our marriage. (Husband is a chili fan so i tried to find one we all liked). I’ve made this for friends and family and everyone always loves it.
Used 2 cans of black beans because that’s what I had. This recipe was super delicious, and quick and easy. I personally would half the sugar, it was a little sweet. I also recommend using fire roasted tomatoes, and sautéing your tomato paste in the pan before adding the broth can add some awesome flavor. Super great as it is.
Easy and delicious
The BEST chilli recipe out there!
I’ve made this recipe several times and even in the heat of Florida summer, I’m making it now! I cut the cumin in half and add extra tomato paste. To me, it is perfection.
Great and delicious recipe! I’ve been using this for a few years now. The only thing I do different is add more Diced Tomatoes and tomato sauce,I like sauciness! Lol
Outstanding recipe that lends itself to some embellishment. A dash of red wine, extra tin of beans and a few dashes of Tobasco sauce. Brilliant!
I have tried many chili recipe. This is the best one hands down and my husband agrees 100 %
My husband and I have used this recipe for years, it’s our favorite chili recipe. I should have written a review years ago. The only changes we’ve made (over time) is, we add 2 cans of fire roasted diced tomatoes instead of one can of diced tomatoes, add 3/4 tsp of cayenne and we omit the sugar. Don’t get me wrong, the sugar adds a nice twang but we’ve had health issues that cause us to limit sugar in our diet. It’s amazing and perfect every time. We’ve even used Impossible Beef instead on hamburger and it’s was still delicious.
This is the only chili recipe I use! The whole family loves it and I have made it many, many times! Only change,and not of the actual recipe- I don’t think you should review a recipe if you completely change the recipe 🤔, was a red or pinto bean which is just my preference! Thank you for helping me find this favorite!
I made this yesterday! It is absolutely delicious! Thank you! Thank you!
I’m looking forward to trying more of your recipes!
I live this recipe. I think ive made it 8 times this fall/winter
I was born and raised in Phoenix, and got married 6 years (this October) ago to a Texan who loves all things BBQ and chili related. After only a few weeks of marriage, he was asking for chili in the dead of winter and I stumbled across this recipe, and it’s the only one I’ve ever made. We love it so much! I adjust some simple things, because my husband likes really thick chili I add an extra can of pinto beans in there for him. I also add the sugar to the meat and onion before any other spices and let it “carmalize” a little bit, then add the other spices and tomato paste, because some spices are oil soluble versus water soluble so they release more flavor when added to oil than water. Other than that, we follow this recipe and have been loving it and sharing it with friends and family for almost 6 years, and will continue to do so!
❤️ this recipe, so so good. Made it 2 days ago and I will make it again tomorrow for my extended family. Easy and quick, no fancy ingredients nu so good.
So so yummy 😋
I love this recipe. I did put half regular chili powder and half dark chili powder (just because I needed to use it). I did love it so much I do it all the time. Other than that I follow the recipe. So good! Have passed it on a bunch
Made this many times with great results each time. Not a finicky receipt, measurements don’t have to be exact, can put in more cans of beans, amore or less diced tomatoes or sauce, a little red wine from a near empty bottle, etc.
I honestly tried this recipe because all of the ingredients were in my pantry. I kept the recipe because the chilli is delicious!!
OMG I love this recipe 😍😍
This rating is a long time coming – been coming back to this recipe over and over again over the last couple of years. The chili comes out soooooo good! My husband is a big fan!
Excellent, tasty and quick and easy to make!
5 stars
This is an amazing foundational recipe. The spice mix is so good. I used brown sugar instead of white (& only used 1 tablespoon). I skipped the beef and added an extra can of kidney beans (for 2 total cans). I’m adding this to my cooking binder : ). Thank you.
My picky husband absolutely loves this chili recipe
I’ve made it many times he always calls it award winning chili !!
Wonderful chili, I’ve tried many many different recipes for chili and this is by far my favorite one.
Great recipe! I might add a second can of beans. But I felt the spices and their measurements were perfect!
We love this recipe! I double the cayenne and add a 4 oz can of diced chilis. I also used black beans or pink beans-whatever I have. I used southwestern diced tomatoes if I have them. We like it with a little heat!
Best Chili ever😋 I make it exactly as shown. I always double the recipe so I can freeze half for later.
perfection
Best chili I’ve ever made! I love the classic flavor and how simple it was to make.
So easy and so good!! I accidentally used the larger cans of tomato sauce and diced tomatoes, so I added a can of black beans as well and another tbsp of chilli powder and cumin. It worked great and provided lunches for the next day!
I like a very basic chili. We are wimpy when it comes to spicy heat and it has been hard for me to find a good recipe . This is a Great recipe. The first time I made this I did it all as stated. It was good, but for us the cumin was a little overpowering. The second time I halved the amount of cumin. That was perfect. When I make this again I will probably cut back on the salt a little as well. When eaten with crackers it tastes a little too salty. Overall a great recipe and worthy of 5 stars! Thank you! Very good!
My family and I love this recipe! It’s a staple in our house. We love chili. I love to add celery and corn to add extra colour ☺️
Made this tonight and it turned out AMAZING! My husband said it’s the best chili he has ever had 🙂
My go to chili recipe!
I love this recipe
But instead of diced tomatoes I use mild rotel. I love the taste of rotel
Solid recipe. The only adjustments I would make next time – due to personal preference – are to reduce the sugar and increase the spice by adding a jalapeno.
Generally a good recipe but I felt that 2 tbsp of cumin was excessive, I added 1 tbsp and still found it to be too cumin-y. I will add a tsp next time.
Very good recipe! I definitely add the cayenne plus some. Even with that I would put spice factor at mild to moderate. I also sometimes add some smoked paprika or liquid smoke to give it some depth. Easy enough for a weekday night
So amazing because I looked on 5 different sites and I couldn’t find where they had both ingredients and how to make it!
so simple! The flavour from this spice blend is awesome
I highly recommend it
Great high source of protein.
I added diced green peppers and used white kidney (cannelloni) beans, dinner is in 3 hrs.
Thankyou so much
I found this recipe a few months ago and, my guys love it !!! Thanks
THE best chili!!! I am a huge fan of chili, I even crave it during pregnancies! I omit the cayenne because I have kids and I add dashes of green pepper Tabasco instead. SO good!
Finally got the chance to make this and it’s freaking awesome. I will be trying no more recipes. Thank you for this!!!!
I have made this recipe so many times and my family loves it. I leave out the sugar and substitute red beans for the kidney beans, but that is just my personal preference.
This receipt was great! My family loved it.
We add corn and pepperoni to this as well but this chili is a family favorite !
I LOVE this recipe – I’ve made it many, many times. I use one 28oz can / box of crushed tomatoes to make things easier and I usually add 3-4 cans of beans to stretch it to two meals. I increase the spices slightly (1.5x) if I do that – although usually reduce the chili powder either way because I have little kids (sriracha for the adults!) Thank you for a great recipe!
My husband said it’s the best he’s had!
Best chili recipe!! Have been making this dozens of times by now and it never disappoints. I do add 1 cup of chopped celery and 1 cup of chopped carrots, as well as 1 4oz can of hot chopped jalapeños. Only because I want to sneak veggies for my kiddos 😂
Add about 1/2 tsp of cinnamon. Yum! Great recipe!
Do you drain the burger before adding everything else?
Delicious!
I used chili powder instead and added a can of rotel tomatoes!
Instructions are easy to follow and it was easy to make. I tried many other recipes but this one is the best
I made this today for an early lunch exactly exactly as written and it is excellent. So good. Better than any packet of ready-made chili mix for sure. I like cumin so I was happy to see that you didn’t shy away from cumin in this recipe I served it with wasabi tortilla chips And it was great.
Really good recipe. Adjusted a bit. 1.5T of Cumin. 1.5T of sugar and 2 cans of kidney beans. Huge hit in our house. 👍
Love this recipe! Thank you! It’s so easy and always so good.
I love it and my co-workers are always asking me to make some for them.
Just made this and it is DELICIOUS!! 🤤
Easy to make! Delicious!! Will make again!
Love this chili! I’ve even made it with ground turkey.
This is the best chili I every make my family love it.Great job.thank so much.
This is the only chili I make now! Everyone loves it
Love this recipe!
AWESOME I HAVE MADE IT IN MEXICO MULTIPLE TIMES.
Use a bottle Indio too!
I made your recipe for the first time last week. Well, let me tell you…it’ll be my “go to” from here on in!! Deliciousness!!! ❤️
Just as good as Wendy’s or even better.
Excellent! My family loves this chili!
Worked like a charm! Making it for the 2nd time today!
I made this chili for supper tonight with grilled cheese sandwiches. It was delicious and perfect for a cold winters evening.
Best regular chili recipe I have tried. I love it, simple and easy; can not go wrong with this one!
Absolutely the BEST chili! My two boys love it! Thank you! Served it on top of a baked potato
Perfect recipe! I also added chocolate powder that I saw in another recipe. This recipe produces a delicious pot of chili! Try it!
I made this recipe last night and it was so awesome!! I highly recommend as you won’t be disappointed.
Oh my goodness! I am a fairly good cook but I have NEVER been able to produce a decent batch of chili. Until today. This recipe is easy and fabulous! I had almost everything in my pantry (I would have been a bit happier if I would have had a package of cornbread mix though). I cannot say enough about how easy and how GOOD this chili is and you don’t have to cook it all day in some extra special cooker. The recipe called for 2 TBLS of sugar and I will cut that down to 1 TBLS the next time I make it.
Also, for diced tomatoes, I only had a 10 oz. can of Rotel tomatoes and they tasted great in this recipe! I cannot thank the people at “The Wholesome Dish” for helping me FINALLY make a tasty batch of chili. I plan to make this again and again and I won’t buy canned chili again.
Very good! Cumin flavor was a little strong. I’d recommend starting with 1-1.5 tablespoons and add more to taste.
I lam be this recipe! 5 stRs
Made this today and it’s AMAZING! My son took one bite and said “That’s really good chili.” He’s mentioned it decreasing more times and hasn’t even had a bowl yet, busy a few small tastes!
I added a small red bell pepper diced and a jalapeño with the seeds removed and diced.
Made this chili many times. I reduce amount of tomato sauce and add can of enchilada sauce. It seems to round out all the flavors.
Today I’m adding package of hot Italian sausage to recipe to give it a kick.
So good. This has been my staple Chilli recipe for over a year!
Very good, just made this today , delicious recipe
This has been my “go to” traditional chili recipe for several years now. If you want a straight up classic chili recipe this is the one for you!! A few alterations I’ve made: I split the beans used, by using Bush’s Mild Chili Red Kidney Beans and Bush’s Black Beans Seasoned in my recipe. I also add minced fresh garlic and reduce the powder in half. I add a bit of dried oregano. We serve with diced white onion, shredded cheese, sour cream and Frito’s Corn Chips (mixed into the chili). They add a nice crunch.
This recipe was exactly what I needed. I just needed the basic ingredients and this sure did the job. I added ground turkey for the meat, added some green peppers and elbow macaroni noodles. Perfection! When served I add more onions, sour cream and shredded cheddar cheese for the toppings. My fiance is in love 😍😍Thank you for sharing this goodness🥰
Loved it!!
I love this recipe and my kids do too! I always double up on the ingredients and sometimes use ground turkey or chicken and sometimes I use both beef and ground chicken or turkey and it always comes out perfect. Great recipe
Made it for a chili competition at work and it won! Did add a little extra kick to it with a half can of green and red chili peppers and some jalapeno pepper to taste. Also, as the crock pot went down, added some beef broth to keep it from drying out.
Every one I have found this recipe for chili and please keep nice and warm
This is my new go-to chili!! Thanks so much!
Okay, this was delicious. It’s been so cold here, and we wanted an excellent classic chili. This is it. I subbed half the chili powder for chili lime powder, used roasted cumin (less than called for), and added some mustard powder, a squeeze of sriracha, and a cap of soy sauce to up the umami flavor! I also swapped plain broth for bone broth (this ups the calories, salt, but also protein, so be aware). We added a little Colby jack cheese in the bowls, and it was SO good.
I have made this several times. Super easy, delicious and a big hit with the family.
This was sooo easy. I doubled the recipe, followed the recipe(with cayenne pepper!) and everyone loved it. I saved it to favorites!
This is the best chili recipe EVER!!! It has become a staple at my house. I don’t change a thing; follow the recipe to the letter. Thank you so much for sharing!
This has become my go-to recipe for Chili. My husband loves it and asks me to make it all the time. Super easy to make and delicious!
The combination of spices are perfect! I tone down the cumin and cayenne a bit and I’m vegetarian so I use impossible meat and vegetable broth and it is the perfect blend of heat and sweet. Love this recipe and I will use it going forward.
The best chili I have ever made.
The only chili recipe we use in our family! Soooo flavorful and delicious!!!
This is agreat recipe, easy to make! I love that it calculates doubling or even tripling recipe. I ommited the cayenne pepper….still plenty of heat.
I have a new recipe for chili! This was easy to make and tasted wonderful! Even my daughter said it was da bomb! We are glad to have something for those cold days.
Amazing!! My family loves this chili!! I use tomatoes with green chilis for a lil added kick. Thank you for this recipe it’s a regular in my meal making. ❤️😊
I made this Chili and we all loved it, will make it again, simple and delicious
Easy to make and tasted great! I’m saving this receipe!
I usually don’t like chili but I’m in love with this recipe! Sooooo good!
Just made this chili today. It is really good right now, but I know it will be even better tomorrow! I made it as written, with the exception that I used a bit more tomato paste instead of the sauce and two cans of beans (1 kidney and 1 black). I also added a poblano pepper (roasted on my burner and the skin removed) in lieu of the cayenne, as my sweetie does not like much heat. I’ll add more heat to mine later. Great use of spices!! Plan to serve it over baked potatoes for dinner tonight. I already put part of the recipe in the freezer for another day. I will definitely make this again! Thank you!!
I used pinto beans instead of red kidney beans, substituted tomato sauce with diced tomatoes and chilies, and eliminated the cayenne pepper. This has become my go to recipe for delicious chili.
Thank you for a superb recipe. Tried it as written and adding the bit of cayenne. Very tasty. Will use this again as a favorite. Maybe adding a little sweet corn for a slight variation .
I added Green chiles to this recipe and won a chili cook off today! Out of 16 chili’s! lol this is a great recipe! My family loves it!
Quick and easy. Great flavor!
Excellent my go to every time. My family loves this recipe.
Love this recipe! I always add a can of kernel corn, and a couple squares of Lindt 70% cacao dark chocolate. It adds a little richness to it. I also add red and white kidney beans for colour rather than just the red. Bon apetite 👩🍳
Been making your chili for 2 years, I use the 2lb. recipe. I am 66 retired and single. So I take quarts at a time to the bar when I go and all my friends love it. Including the bartenders.
Thankyou for your recipe
Sincerely, Chip Brubaker Toledo, Ohio.
My family loves this recipe. It is the only chili recipe I use!
I add diced red and yellow peppers, and jalapeno. I do not care for kidney beans, so I substitute them with garbanzo beans,
So easy and SO GOOD! I used half the suggested cayenne, which was perfect for us. Served with corn bread!
Amazing
I could tell right away this was going to be a winner. Honestly, I was looking for a recipe that I could make as KETO as possible from SCRATCH – I pretty much doubled the recipe. I switched to 80/20 beef, only added 1 can of black beans and added sautéed mushrooms in place the rest of the beans. 4 cups of my beef bone broth, replaced gran. sugar with gran. xylitol and I added a bit of mild organic salsa. My husband cannot tolerate spicy and this came out perfect for him without the optional cayenne. I really think that most chili is lacking the broth which gives it a deeper flavor so thank you for listing it. Great recipe Amanda – I’m sure it is even better non-keto tweaks. When I make your original recipe I won’t change a thing. Thank you – it’s a keeper!!
I have been looking for a new chili recipe for awhile. They were not what I was looking for. I love love love this chili. This will be at the top of my list. I made it with the cayenne pepper and I love the different spices. Thank you.
This was so simple and delicious!!!
I made this chili for our 2nd chili cook off at my church and won! Its that good.
So easy and yummy!
This is the best chili recipe ever! I cut down the Cumin to 1/2 Tablespoon as someone else suggested and it was better that way. Also added:
-1/2 tsp of Cocoa Powder
-few drops of Worcestershire
-Replaced Tomato Sauce with 14 oz can of crushed tomatoes
Amazing. So flavorful. Great with nachos on the side. Will definitely make this again.
This was delicious! Can’t wait to make it again.
The best. Love this recipe
made this chili and it was delicious! so easy to make
I made this chili, my only change was I used 1/8 tsp of cayenne. After years of searching for the best Chile recipe, THIS IS IT! It’s simplicity does NOT hinder the taste 😊
Lots of flavor! Easy to make, great dinner for the cold weather
This is straight-up good chili, just by sticking to the basics. I made two changes — used fresh minced garlic instead of the powder, and used black beans since I don’t like kidney beans. Delicious!!
The flavors are perfect! Definitely the most delicious chili I have made, maybe tasted.. I used a combo of black beans and cannellini beans, fresh garlic and added corn.. thank you for sharing this flavourful and simple recipe! ❤️
I give this recipe 5 stars
My Daughter made this chili when we were visiting and liked it. She gave me the recipe and when me and my husband want some good chili I make this. It’s our favorite now.
Unbelievably good! I make it with half turkey and half ground beef. I usually only add 1/8 teaspoon of cayenne. I goes so quickly at my house that I’ve started making double the amount and even then my husband says, “Funny how you think this is going to last more than a day.”
Excellent and delicious recipe; very clear instructions, will be one of the family’s favorites
Wow! Nicely spiced, quick cooking chili that really hits the spot. When it’s chilly outside, it’s chili inside! Thanks for a great recipe. Love the heat from the spices.
This is real chili. Thanks for the recipe!
I’ve made this chili twice for my wife and I. We love it.
Amazing. Great flavor and thickness. Super easy too.
This is the best chili recipe I’ve tried. I discovered it about a year ago and it’s a staple in my winter rotation. Occasionally I add a jalapeño pepper chopped, or just a regular green pepper, but the recipe doesn’t need anything extra to be delicious.
This recipe made me won a work chilli contest !! Thank you!!!
I’ve had this recipe bookmarked for ??? only God knows how long. Finally made it today! Simple, Delicious & Quick! My favorite ingredients to a recipe! You’re the best! THANK YOU!!! 💙 💙💙💃🏾
Yes, indeed a delicious, simple recipe from start to finish in less than 30 minutes. I use pinto beans instead of kidney and pressure cook them fresh!😋Sometimes I’ll ad a finely chopped jalapeño for extra spice and flavor!
Very good!
Great recipe best chili recipe ever!
I really liked this basic recipe! Doesn’t take hours and is very tasty. Thanks!
I won’t lose this recipe! Loads of compliments when brought to a work pot luck. Now they keep asking for me to bring it. Easy to make.
So Easy and so favourable!!! Best chili ever
I made this chili it is really good so I had to make it again I will keep this recipe
This was the first time I ever made chili and this was the recipe I used… The first time it was just amazing.
Everytime after that it just continued to get better and better.
So I wanted to thank you because this was a meal that I grew up loving as a kid and I wanted to learn to make this for my daughter now. It has been super successful and I always get so many compliments on it when I make it.
So I give this a 5+ stars and I definitely think if your here because you want to make chili – this recipe is absolutely worth trying !!!!
I love this recipe and make it often!! Just curious- it really only feeds 3 people in my family though with just a regular size portion. Do you usually double or triple recipe? I don’t see how you can get 6 servings. Just curious. Maybe I need to cut down on my portion bits it’s so tasty! 😁
Made this chilli for my husband (I don’t usually cook) and it turned out amazing. Will definitely make this again
made so many times and never fails, always impresses the family too and is so easy to make
Really good
I made this chili today, but I used ground turkey. This turned out to be soooo good. I will certainly save this one!! I didn’t need to add anything.
Do you drain the meat?
It was a little sweet for my taste, but that’s an easy fix for next time. I loved it other than that.
Great recipe! Made many times.
I found that half the cumin and half the sugar was sufficient. And instead of the extra tomato—the sauce, I added that amount of red wine. I also use crushed garlic rather than garlic powder. And, I added chunks of green pepper and a small amount of finely diced carrots. Tastes less sweet, which I prefer.
Everyone has a fondness for a particular taste in chili. This recipe hit the sweet spot for me. I liked the level of spiciness (fairly spicy overall with the cayenne, I think), and the flavors seemed to meld together nicely. I did modify slightly based on what I had on hand. Instead of using 1 (15 oz.) can petite diced tomatoes and 1 (8 oz.) can tomato sauce, I used 1 (23 oz.) can petite diced tomatoes. I don’t think that changed the taste materially. Hearty, filling, and a great soup on a cold day.
This was so good and so simple. Never buy the packets to make delicious chili!
Hi, I am getting ready to make this chili and I
noticed it doesn’t say to drain the ground beef,
Was wondering if I do that?
Please reply!
Thanks
Just found your chili recipe and it was great! Can l join The Wholesum Dish?
Just like my grandma made. So wonderful!!
Excellent… I made it Keto ..##1…..
This is the best chili I’ve ever had! I added a can of pinto beans and a green bell pepper, as well as a tsp of smoked paprika. This will definitely be in a regular rotation on the dinner menu, as well as a great dish for gatherings or potlucks.
I cut the cumin in half because we don’t like as much I think I’ll also cut the sugar in half next time too it was a tad bit sweet but very good. I serve with elbow macaroni sour cream and cheddar for those who like it thick and hearty good recipe!
Love ❤️ all of your recipes
Loved the recipe as a base but did change a few things to our family’s liking. Reduced the chili powder to roughly 3/4 of a tbsp since we don’t like a strong chili flavor, threw in an extra can of white kidney beans, and added some sweet paprika. I also used chicken broth instead of beef broth because it was what I had on hand. Came together quickly and with staples I had. Looking forward to trying other recipes.
This chili is the bomb! We invited some guests over for dinner on a moment’s notice and I didn’t have anything to feed them. After looking in our pantry I decided I could whip together some chili with the meagre ingredients we had on hand. I found your recipe, and it all came together in less than half an hour while my wife was making cornbread. We all loved it! Full disclosure: My wife and I are vegan, so we substituted the ground beef with TVP, and used beef-less broth, but everything else we made as written. I’m saving this recipe to make again for a faculty potluck next week.
Have been using this recipe for awhile, my family loves it
Used water instead of beef broth. Was still a hit! I will definitely be making this again.
Very delicious! My guests loved it! I doubled the recipe and added green, orange and yellow bell peppers to up the veggie content. I also used fresh minced garlic vs. powder. This is a keeper for sure. Enjoy.
Excellent Chili recipe !! Everyone loves it!!
Yesterday I made a triple batch of this recipe, it was the first time in my life (40yo) making chili. My husband (whom LOVES chili) said it’s hands down the BEST chili he’s ever had!!! Everyone loved it and I served homemade cinnamon rolls with it, so delicious!! (Maybe serving those 2 together is a Wisconsin thing??? 😂) Thank you so much for such a wonderful recipe!! (I froze half of it for next Sunday.)
This was such a quick and easy recipe. I had leftover rib roast my family didn’t eat. I substituted the rib roast for the ground beef and was able to create two meals. I’m definitely saving this recipe.
Great
Great chili flavor but too spicy for my wife. Good with sour cream and shredded cheese. Served with sweet corn bread, delicious!
Loved this recipe and helped this newbie to the kitchen feel encouraged to keep going! Thank you for sharing your recipe. ❤️
Easy and delicious dinner , love it thank you
This is my go-to recipe – love it – classic chili. I modify it slightly (reducing the cumin bc we don’t love cumin), adding a can of green chilies and veggies) but the base is essentially the same – consistent and delicious. We top it with cheese, sour cream, avocado and cilantro and serve with corn bread. Perfect winter meal!
I make this 8 times a year and everyone loves it!
Works for me, cold weather, fire place going , chili, football
Can this be made in the crockpot?
Hi Everyone
This is a chili to try. I’ve used it around 10-12 times now and is book marked for use every time we want chili.
Only thing I add is- dried ghost pepper powder I make every 4-5 years for several dishes.
Best of luck and enjoy
Hands down best chili
I love this recipe I make it every week
This chili won the blue ribbon at my work chili cook off! It’s my go to recipe!
My family loves this chili.
The best chili. My go to quick and easy meal. I’ve used this recipe a few hundred times by now. Whole family loves it.
Great chili! I reduced the Chili Powder to 2 TBSP and the Cumin to 1 ½ TBSP and it had enough heat without being too spicy. This is now my go-to recipe
This recipe is delicious – has become a staple in my household. It’s simple and so packed with flavor. I also love how customizable it is.
The best I made it three times already
This was the first dinner in a long time that none of my kids complained about and there was barely any leftover!! I will definitely be redoing this very soon! Thanks
I love this recipe! If possible, I’d love to have a way to measure out a serving, as I am counting calories. If anyone knows grams or cups/serving, please advise! Thanks.
Simple, hearty, flavorful and very delicious!
It’s my first time making chili and it’s definitely a keeper.
This is probably our favourite chili recipe..we’ve tried many and found this to be the most flavourful..love it..
My husband loves this recipe. It’s fool proof, I hate using prepackaged chili seasonings so this is a go to. We mix it up with half ground beef & half sausage and add in black beans along with kidney beans. It’s a fun recipe to experiment with
Love this chili! The last time I made it I didn’t have canned kidney beans, so I used black beans and it was just as delicious. Thanks for sharing this reliable chili recipe!
Delish!
Really enjoy this recipe.
Simple, but delicious
My husband found this recipe and wanted to try it even though we usually make a southwestern inspired one, so I was hesitant to try this. I’ll be the first to admit when I’m wrong and am happy I have an open mind bc this chili is my new all time favorite. Holy smokes! I’ve never had a more flavorful chili before, no joke. Only thing I slightly altered was I used about a 1/2 TBS less cumin, used 1 lb & 4oz of ground beef and didn’t add the cayenne bc of my kids. My 11 yr old son who claimed to dislike chili while it was cooking then tasted it when it was done and said it was REALLY good. The only thing I’m mad about is that I didn’t do a double batch. 😆 Thank you for the recipe!
This is really good,and we will make this again. Great blend of flavors and heat
Excellent recipe and so easy to throw together. I will cut back on the sugar next time. Just my personal preference
This is a new family favorite! Great flavor and perfect amount of heat.
So good. Didn’t need to change much. I doubled the recipe since I was making it for a big group. I took note of a previous comment and added bell peppers but only used half of the recommended sugar. Since I doubled the recipe I used the amount of cayenne the original recipe calls for and subbed paprika for the other “half”. Didn’t want it real spicy. Came out perfect. This is a true winning chili recipe. Thanks
Love this chili recipe and so did the family!! Definitely a keeper!
THIS HAS BEEN OUR GO TO CHILI! IT IS SIMPLE TO MAKE AND DELICIOUS.
This is my go to chili recipe every time!! My whole family loves it! I also skip the cayenne pepper because of the kids and just add hot sauce to the adults servings.
Kicks butt, love it…
Have used this recipe for years! It’s super easy and so delicious. My family LOVES it!
It was amazing best chili I’ve ever had only thing I’m doing this time is leaving the sugar out girl didn’t like the sweetness last time but I loved it.
Such great flavor in this chili. My young children, loved it!
Best chili recipe!
Absolutely a 5-star recipe! It is the classic warm, meaty chili flavor that’s a fan favorite! I omit the beans (a personal preference) and did add the cayenne pepper which gives it a perfect little zing!
So many chili recipes out there but this one is shareable. I’ve tried it with ground beef, pork and chicken and all were wonderful!
Delicious…..added chuck roast to it with other meat. Family loved!!
Easiest best chili I am made in heaven
Wow!! Packed with flavor, this chili was a hit!! Definitely a keeper recipe foe my house.
Delicious!!
My husband and I love it. Just added some hot sauce.
Absolutely amazing! My husband doesn’t like chilli and ate almost all of it! Thank you for Sharing!
I was born and raised in Southwest Texas
and I can honestly say ” This tastes like home ! “
Great, I used 2 table spoons of chili powder the second time around and added 1/2 pounds of sausage. My friends want to pay me to make it for them. The sugar is the secret, I used just a pinch more.
This was an easy recipe and made a delicious chili. It is so good I made it last week and again this week! Try it, you won’t be disappointed.
My families favorite recipe! The only difference is I slow cook mine. You definitely should give this recipe a try!
Best chili I ever had. I added an equal amount of Italian mild sausage. My friends want to pay me to make it for them.
Love this recipe
Made this with chunks of ground sirloin. Added fresh tomatoes, cilantro, and homemade beans instead of canned beans.It came out amazing. I’ve never made chili where it called for sugar. It was delicious for sure. Added ancho Chile powder for a little more spice. It was so flavorful.
My new go to chili recipe!
Great recipe. Easy, straightforward, tastes really good. If I had a go-to chili recipe this would be it.
Just made this for lunch. The chili is DELICIOUS! I did not alter it in any way. I served it over rice with sweet yellow cornbread on the side. We added shredded cheese, sour cream and black olives on top. Yummy!!!!
Love this recipe. I have made it several the past few months.
I used low or no sodium it came out delicious I just made it for the 4 th time love it and so easy just right for a single guy .
I think this is going to be my new chili recipe! I’m a picky chili lover and I thought mine was the best but this is better. I probably will cut the sugar back just a bit (maybe by a 1/2 T). I added a small can of green chilies and a can of pinto beans so I used a 15 oz. can of tomato sauce. It was delicious! It even converted my chili hating daughter to a chili loving one! Thanks for the great recipe!
Great chili and easy to make. Wondered about the spice level but it’s perfect. Next time I’ll use a little less sugar for more of the spice kick. Thanks for the recipe!
This was delicious. Keeper for sure!
My first time making chili – amazing! I subbed black beans for kidney (personal preference). I used about a 1/4tsp of cayenne but may just do a pinch next time because I am very spice sensitive. Will make this regularly!
Very good 👍🏻 chili
And I’m not a chili person
It is very very flavourful and scrumptious
I’ve made this several times and it’s always a hit with family and friends. My go to chili recipe.
I found this recipe while looking for the best chili to make for dinner. It popped up – easy recipe to follow
I only added 2 cloves of fresh garlic and corn kernels at the end. It is surely a keeper.
This is very good. I added only 3/4 tsp of cumin on the advice of a previous comment. I also added 1/2 can of mild chili beans just because I had them leftover from something else. I added some brown sugar to taste at the end of cooking time just because my husband doesn’t like spicy foods. Sorry for the minor changes. This was so good, my husband raved about it. We had it for dinner and then again for lunch the next day.
Husband and kids raved about this one and asked me to be sure to keep the recipe!
I am thrilled with this recipe. It has just the right amount of seasonings. I did add a small can of fire-roasted green chilies for our family. This is my new go-to chili recipe :-). Thank you!
EXCELLENT RECIPE!!! I substituted a few ingredients and used smoked salt, smoked paprika, and fire roasted diced tomatoes and then added two TBL spoons of maple syrup and a quarter cup of Guiness Extra Stout beer.
I also added the smoked salt and fire roasted tomatoes and this came out Amazing!!
Fantastic!!!
I don’t normally comment on recipes, but this one was really good. Easy to adjust spices as per your own taste. Thank you!
I made this and it is now my families favorite chili!! I halved the sugar and added in a 1/2 cup of green chili’s. Will be making it again soon.
This chili is delicious, though it’s a bit more work than the one I usually make. It has a little bit of a bite to it – just right.
Excellent recipe! I have made several times and everyone loves it!
I made the recipe as is except only 1tsp. of sugar. It was very good.
Family loves it. Even my brother who doesn’t like chile ate it.
First time making my own chili and I am OBSESSED with this recipe! I’ve already made it twice in 2 weeks, the first batch was the x1 portion size just to try it out and the second batch was x3. And it came out amazing each time. The only thing I changed was the beans which I kept out (I prefer my chili without beans).
Made this chili today. It was absolutely amazing!! I used salsa instead of diced tomatoes.
This recipe is amazing! So easy and so yummy. My boyfriend is a huge fan. Perfect for a cold snowy night!
Simple, easy and great flavor.
Pretty darn delicious and foolproof! My one comment is that the cumin flavour is very overpowering, i would recommend halving or even quartering it and adding more at the end if you want.
Charlene … most people don’t know that store bought chili powder already contains cumin. It is not just chili powder. So yes … cut back on the cumin, if you find it overwhelming.
Love this recipe!, I also added chopped olives 🫒 and mushrooms 🍄…try to make it 1 or 2 times month. Thanks 😊 🫂 🙏
This is delicious! Would probably do one less tablespoon of cumin, it’s a bit strong, but still really good as is!
Made this for the first time tonight. Really good! Topped it with sour cream, cheese, green onions and avocado and it was delicious.
Wonderful! Thank you!
This is my FAVORITE CHILI RECIPE ! I have been using this recipe for years and it has always been and still is a hit! Don’t forget the Frito Lays tortilla chips and a dollop of sour cream.
Loved this!!!!
I tried this recipe and it was the best chili I have ever made..
I made chili with an add in seasoning package. Once I finished I felt there was something missing. I ran across your chili recipe and found the missing links. I will continue to use your recipe to get that down home comfort food.
This really is the best chilli I’ve ever eaten, and I’m a senior citizen just learning to cook!
This recipe is wonderful – absolutely delicious! I plan to make this several times this Winter. I added a little green pepper, oregano, and brown sugar vs. white. I did not add the cayenne. It’s the best chili I have ever had!
I love this recipe and quick and easy it is.
This is definitely the best chili recipe! I made this last night (12/06) for my husband and he absolutely loved it!! This recipe reminded me of my childhood…when my mom would make chili. Thanks so much for sharing your recipes with us.
Chilli is very good .Tonite is the fifth time I made it ! We all love it !
BEST chili EVER!!
I share this a lot with friends and family! It ALWAYS garners MUCH praise!!
THANK YOU!
I thought it was quite salty. Very good but salty- maybe cut back on the salt
Eliminate the salt completely. The canned tomato products and the kidney beans already contain salt.
This chili recipe is so good!! Everyone that tried it told me how good and how much they liked it also!!! Thanks!
Your recipe won me a chili cookoff
Great recipe 😋
Best Chilli ever!
I have a yearly church chili competition and I’m absolutely certain this recipe with crush my competition. How does the chili hold up if I were to place it on a crock pot to keep it warm for the tasting event? I don’t want to overcook it.
Kelly… I have always cooked mine in the crock pot (except for cooking the onion and beef first, then adding to the crock pot). I cook on low setting for 3-4 hours. Just turn it on warm, and bring it to the event. Hope you win !!!
This was a really easy and delicious recipe. Everyone loved it!!
I was wondering if this can be done in a crockpot as well?
I had made it. It was delicious! Thank you for sharing!
Excellent, rich flavor. I made as directed and added about a 1/4 cup of soy chorizo to the ground beef, then added a tiny pinch of cinnamon and about a teaspoon of smoked paprika to the seasonings. I think this may be the best chili recipe I’ve tried!
Loved it! I added sausage to it and loved it!
Very good 👍.
This chili is the best I’ve ever made or tasted.
Awesome recipe
I’ve made chili for years and it’s always been tasty but this recipe kicked it up a notch. Fantastic flavour. It’s a new family favourite.
I read the comments of this recipe and wasn’t sure. Everyone claims to have the best this best that and everyone’s taste pallet is different (me being very picky) BUT THIS RECIPE followed properly is by far the best chili you will ever taste in your life. I put my word on that.
This was the most delicious chili I have ever had.
Awesome recipe!
This was excellent as written! We love “heat” so I added more cayenne and a chopped jalapeno. It was sweeter than most chilis I’ve had (used brown sugar instead of white) but everyone LOVED it!! Zero leftovers and I doubled recipe for 8 people. Making this again tonight – I may cut the sugar back by one TBL. Nevertheless this will be my go to chili recipe from now on. Great with corn bread!!! GREAT RECIPE- thanks for sharing!
Great recipe. Easy to heat up🔥 or tone down according to taste. I use this recipe now instead of just wingin it. I still add fresh bell peppers and hot peppers to it but the seasonings are spot on. Thanks for a great recipe 😋
This is a huge favorite for my family. I’m told it’s the best chili they’ve ever eaten. They’re having me make it at least once a week. 🙂 I enjoy cooking, but I’m also glad this recipe is so easy to make.
This is a good recipe! I didn’t have all the ingredients so had to sub real garlic and homemade hot sauce, the rest was as written. I might let it simmer more next time as it was a bit runny, but the flavor was a hit! I served it with homemade beer bread – yum 😋. Thanks for your recipe!!
Love this recipe. Easy and so so tasty.
I have never made homemade chili without using Williams Chili seasoning. Well no more. I loved this recipe. My husband also loved this recipe. It was just what I was looking for. I did not use the cayenne as I do not like a lot of spice, It was still fabulous.
I’ve been using this recipe for years now and it’s always great. Thanks!
Easy, wonderful taste. Added my love of red pepper and mushrooms, mmmmmmmm to all ingredients in it. No more pre-made chili spice envelopes !
Great recipe! I add chopped Serrano and chopped Jalapeño peppers, but this recipe is the base for my favorite chili. Some of my family are sensitive to spicy foods too, so I add my own habanero hot sauce to mine, but it’s so good!
I’m always the picky one in the group I despise bell peppers and I don’t like spicy foods but it seems that most chilis have one or both of these. Now I’ve found my forever chili with this recipe! Plus everybody likes mine better than chili with all of that “stuff” in it 😉 Thank you for introducing me to the world of yummy chili!
I’m 90 years old. I’m not a great cook. I read recipes for instant pot that my son gave me. I felt inadequate. So I looked on line and found this easy to read and follow Chilie. It REALLY worked! It tasted perfect.
THANKS!
The best homemade chili I ever made, by far!!!
This is a super versatile recipe and I make it all the time. Once in a while I add a can of refined beans as my daughter likes the texture like that. And, one shake of liquid smoke and a diced jalapeño instead of cayenne. Works wonderful with beef, ground pork, ground turkey or ground venison. Thank you!
Recipe was so good! I left the cayenne out and added diced orange bell pepper and diced celery. Paired it with Red Lobster biscuits. Great chilly weather meal!
This was REALLY delicious. I made a double batch. Aside from minor tweaking of seasoning (less cumin and cutting the sugar way back), I followed this recipe except that I reversed the order of the cooking of the ground beef and onion because I wanted to get a good sear of the ground beef. This recipe will be saved.
Would I need to double the ingredients if cooking for 5 people? Not sure how much this makes.
I love this one! It’s perfect chili!
Eat this amazing chili with some delicious cinnamon rolls! (Shout-out to my school lunch program for introducing this perfect combo.) You won’t be sorry!
I use this recipe every time I make chili, it is soooo good. I double the recipe bc I am feeding teenagers. I use the whole can of tomato paste, otherwise it will go to waste. I season with salt at the end & end up not using the whole amount. I serve with crackers, sour cream, and cheddar cheese.
I’ve never been able to make a good chili until I used this recipe! I didn’t have kidney beans so I used black beans, and I used diced tomatoes with chili’s, but otherwise stayed true to the recipe. It is excellent! I’ll use this again and again! Thank you!
So satisfying and easy to make at the same time. Loved the easy, straightforward instructions! Will definitely be making this again!
Easy and delicious
Loved loved loved ur 5 star chili recipe and so did the family! DELICIOUS and filling on a cold night, even in Miami we have a few cool nights, lol I’ve made this twice now and it will be my goto every time.
Thank you for sharing
How many does this feed? I tripled the recipe. I need to feed 40.
Thanks.
PS
This recipe is AMAZING!! We’ve enjoyed it many times.
Add chopped garlic cloves . Taste better than making it with powered garlic .
Blend the beans and tomatoes in a blender . Thickens the chili
I absolutely love this recipe it’s my go to!
I made it and my family loved this. It’s a little spicy but tolerable for people who don’t like spicy. I would totally recommend this recipe to my loved ones.
Sooo good. I wanted to keep eating!!! Made it with jalapeno cornbread 😩😋 yum
Your chili recipe is one that I really enjoy. My only complaint is the amount of sugar used in this recipe is a little too much for me. This is my second time to prepare it and I wanted to cut the sugar in half, but forgot. I hope the next time I can remember to make the alteration.
Best chilli recipe. My first time making chilli and never regretted it. Thank you for this awesome recipe.
Easy and best ever. Will make again and again.
This is my go to recipe for a chili base. But I do not use tablespoons of anything, as my mate doesn’t like spicy or strong. I didn’t use sugar and it still seems sweet. I used cut-up steak and stew meat, simmering for about 45 min on low. Then added beans, red kidney, and a can of chili beans black. So the question is, did I make this recipe? Well, Its great, whatever I did! So thanks!
This was a great and easy recipe! Has a great flavor. I’ll probably use less chili powder next time because it was a little spicy, even though I love spicy, but can’t tolerate it like I used too! Thanks for posting the recipe.
Perfect perfect perfect…. Easy peasy and super delicious! Making it again for guests tonight, but will be cutting the sugar in 1/2 ….let the other flavors come through!
After a pantry clean out, I found a few jars of tomato sauce and diced tomatoes nearing expiration so I thought it would be perfect to make chili. Problem is, my kids are so picky! Well, I have to say that this recipe is going into the family rotation as both kids loved them! At first they were like, “argugh I’m not gonna like this” but slowly they helped themselves and finished their bowls. I held back tears of joy lol. My adjustments were 2 teaspoon of sugar instead of 2 tablespoons, no cayenne, no tomato paste. I used chicken bone broth for that thickness, 85/15 ground beef, and about 2 cups of lentils since I didn’t have beans on hand (I probably prefer lentils and will make it that way in the future). My husband also avoids onion likes the plague, but for recipes like this where onion is a must, I blended half an onion in the blender and let it simmer in the pot with olive oil for 5 mins before continuing with the recipe. I also read somewhere long ago that chili tastes better after sitting for a while so I made it in the late morning and cooked it for the time mentioned, then covered it and let it sit on the stove until dinner where I heated it up. Tasted amazing!
In your chili recipe how many people will it serve
I add a little smoked paprika and chipotle adobo sauce to the chili, so good.
My “Go to” Chili for Notre Dame tailgating! Everyone loves it!
I haven’t cooked chili in over 10 years due to not being a fan of it. I decided to give it another try, and this recipe came up first when I googled. It’s delicious! The only tweaks I made were omitting the cayenne and adding more beef broth because I like it a bit thinner.
AMAZING!!!!!!!!!!
awesome
I made this and overall it is a nice flavorful chili. I did change it up a little. I added peeled tomatoes instead of diced ones. I simply chopped them as necessary to make a slightly thicker sauce. For me that offers a more robust addition I can sink my teeth into. I also added some Bush’s chili beans in mild sauce. I followed the rest of this recipe as detailed without the cayenne. I have a wonderful Lodge cast iron pot I allowed it to cook in. I enjoyed this chili on a chilly fall afternoon. I have a wonderful Lodge cast iron pot I allowed this chili to cook in. This comfort bowl made my day today. Thanks for sharing.
Absolutely Delicious!!!! I made it last week, and I’m making it again! The family absolutely loved it!
I made this for a family picnic. It was the first time I used the spices listed in this recipe instead of a sachet of Mc Cormick spices. Everyone licked their bowls clean. It was so good!!
Definitely one of the best chili recipes. Making it for everyone at my work for a nice lunch
This recipe is always a hit! I don’t do the diced tomatoes (add a little more spaghetti sauce) and I add corn and black beans! I’ve had the best compliments like “this is the best chili I’ve ever had! You can taste all the spices!” Highly recommend
Hi! I made this yesterday for a Fall Festival & Chili Cook-off at our church. I won third place and I was thrilled! Thanks for a delicious recipe! I think the cayenne was the icing on top of the cake!
Yummy wonderful! I added white beans because I like them better.
Delicious. I add many veggies to is, especially squash, carrots, celery, even cabbage sometimes. The kids don’t notice.
I can never make a good chili this one the Best chili I have ever made, my son just came up said Mom man your chili is good you nailed it , he never does that lol so yup best chili recipe I came across minus the cream and beef broth but I also added a can of baked beans in mine . Thank you for sharing.
This has become our family’s “go-to” recipe for chili. I usually will use dark chili for this recipe, as it gives it an earthy and sweet taste. My daughter always requests this on cold Winter months. It pairs very well with cornbread. Hands down, the best chili recipe we’ve made.
Just a little more spicy than my personal taste, but over all good taste and easy recipe.
I will definitely make this recipe again. It is so good! Thank you for your straightforward, simple recipe. I followed the recipe and only slightly modified it due to what I had on hand (no sugar, added a little extra tomato sauce to replace missing tomato paste, and added an extra can of kidney beans). Delish!
Just made a pot tonight. I did doctor it up a bit though. Added some green and red bell pepper, a jar of medium salsa, hot Mexican chili powder and canned corn with peppers. I used fresh garlic instead of powder. Pretty tasty. I love to find a good recipe and then put my own little spin on it. Thanks for sharing.
My daughter and I love this chili. It’s the second time I’m making it this week to freeze. I did add more beef broth and added celery also
This is THE best chili EVER!!
This was so good! I made a double batch, but used chicken stock because that’s all I had on hand, and reduced the Cumin to about 3/4 TB because I don’t enjoy a lot of cumin flavor. Let it simmer for 4 hours and it was so delicious. my kids loved it, and they are hard to please at the same time.
I made the chili. It was delicious. I did tweak the recipe a little bit, there are only two of us,
Plus we like our chili a little more subdued .
I made this today and absolutely loved it. I have deleted all other recipes I had bookmarked. I did not have any beans but discovered I don’t need them. I don’t need any cheese or sour cream. Love the flavor just as is. I did something different with the ground beef before cooking it. I put the beef in a bowl and added the salt and 3/4 tsp. of baking soda and a Tab. of water. Squished it up and let it sit for 20 minutes while I did preparations. Not sure if that did anything. Thank you so much for the best Chili recipe.
The only thing for me is, I would put a little bit less sugar, but I haven’t finished cooking it yet, but from what I taste a little bit on the suicide saw matting more ingredients, but ooh baby delicious!! and may I add for the working moms and ones who don’t wanna spend forever in the kitchen this 30 minute meal…OHHH jump on it
Thank you! This is the best chili I’ve ever tasted, and ever made. My friends agree. I’m so pleased to have your recipe.
I followed this recipe exactly, and it came out absolutely delicious 😋 the only thing I did differently was doubled the recipe!! My family loved it as well, not too spicy with the perfect amount of flavor! This will definitely be my new go to chili recipe! Thanks for sharing!!
I made it for a town event and received so many compliments!!!
My Italian SIL says it is perfect and then added green chilis and a pinch of salt. The sugar is just a tad over my taste but over-all I would give this recipe 10/10!!
Nice recipe! I modified the spices a little to my taste…less cumin…added paprika. Very simple, quick recipe with great results!
This was delicious and easy!! Definitely saving this one for later. Only thing I’ll change next time is giving it a bit more time to simmer so the spices have more time to break down.
Seriously the best! I like mine spicy hot so I use the full measurements of cayenne and a bit more. I’ve made this numerous times and this is a bomb recipe just like I remember how my mom made growing up.
Best chili recipe ever! Thank you for sharing!
I have prepared this chili recipe several times. It has a very traditional flavor using traditional ingredients. I make it according to the original recipe, but I would caution using cayenne pepper sparingly. I do not omit it though because it helps make the chili have a little heat. Most chili connoisseurs require that ingredient. However, this chili is flavorful enough to leave it out if you desire. Heat lovers can always add it to their bowls for personal taste.
Thanks for this recipe! I’ve made bad chili many times before I found this. Amazing. I didn’t use the tomato sauce or paste, and added green chilies instead. Not on purpose, but forgot to buy them. Accidentally used fire roasted tomatoes. WOW! Oh, and used chicken broth, cuz it’s all I had. WOW!!!
We’ve made this recipe so many times, so many years! Thought it was time to leave a review! This recipe is perfect as is, wouldn’t change a thing. We love to serve it with cornbread. Soooo good
Made this tonight!! I’m from Louisiana so of course I added more seasonings but besides that this chili is amazing!!! Thank you for sharing!!!
Cooked as directed but doubled recipe. I think the cumin was too strong, would cut back a little next time.
I have been making this for years and my 93 year old neighbor loves it !!! He actually said that it is better than his chili.
But … here is my question … did you use “real” chili powder (no added ingredients ) OR what is sold in stores, which contains cumin and other stuff in the chili powder?
I’m the only one allowed to make chili now! Ty for this recipe!
This is delicious i leave out the beans to lower the potassium (per doctor’s request). My huband loves the cayenne so we use it! Thank you for such a quick and easy recipe. We love it!
Delightful, delicious pot of chilli. Used a lb of chilli meat, 1/2 lb of ground. Only 1 spoon of sugar
This will make a wonderful bowl of Frito pie tomorrow when the cold and rainy weather moves in. Thank you!
This is literally the best chili recipe in the entire world. My family devours this chili every time I make it. We just can’t get enough of it. This recipe definitely deserves 1000000/10. Love love love it!
I used 2c of beef broth from my crockpot roast and shredded about 1lb of the roast (instead of ground beef) for this chili. Doubled the kidney beans. It turned out excellent.
I’ve been coming back to this recipe for years and it’s hands down one of the best I’ve ever had. One pit doesn’t last long at all so I’m going to double the portion.
Delicious! I left out the beans and added celery and carrot as I am trying to cut back on calories. I also drained my lean ground beef very well. Thank you for the recipe. ☺️
This recipe is delicious! So savory and just the perfect amount of spice.
Love this recipe as does my husband. Make it frequently since I found recipe! Clean and filling, served with shredded cheese and tortillas chips.
My friends and family loved it!
I love this receipe. Been cooking this for over five years. Only chili receipe my kids will eat. Thank you! Can you substitute stew meat for ground beef?
Making it now and it tastes delicious!! Thank you for the recipe! I doubled it to put some in the freezer for another day!
Love this recipe! I prefer a “soupier” chili so I added a whole carton of broth (I might have been cooking too high but when I first made as described, I got the thick chili-from-a-can consistency). Also WARNING the first time I made, I burned the spices when I added them in, so be sure to turn off your heat just while adding the spices or add in a little broth at that step just to keep it from getting too dry and burning. I have made this several times now as written (just adding more broth). Tastes amazing and my family loves it too
OBVIOUSLY I doubled this and added 1,000 more beans. And green chilis. And jalapenos.
If it ain’t burnin ya ain’t learning;)
Such a great classic chili recipe! It’s been a hit with young and old for all that I’ve made it for. My 5 year old asks for it he loves it so much. I do omit the cayenne due to him and halve the sugar as we don’t like it too sweet but it doesn’t need any other tweeks for us. It’s the only one I’ve made for several years since I found it. So good and so easy to make!
Made it for dinner of four and I tell you No left over. It was delicious. Will definitely make it again…
Best chili ever!!
This recipe was shared with me 3-4 years ago and we continue to love it! It is the only chili recipe I use. Many, many friends and family love it too. I follow the recipe exactly and use either ground beef or ground venison.
This recipe is what taught me how to cook chili & ever since that first time – I have come back to the same recipe.
Everytime I make it; it is so good !!!! I have been ranting about how good it is to all my friends that they finally had some tonight and just about melted on their first bite.
So thank you to the author for helping me create my childhood dish and also teaching me to make the best kind of chili 🌶️❣️❣️🙂
Delicious! Will make again, but without the sugar.
If you don’t like sweet, I would suggest omitting or lessening the sugar.
This chili was fantastic! I made it as written and it turned out wonderful. I like that it takes only 30 minutes and the spice combination is spot on. I reviewed this on my YouTube channel, The Real Deal Recipe Reviews, where I always try to make recipes as written and give honest reviews. I wouldn’t change anything about this chili.
I made this recipe with turkey, black beans and zucchini, because I didn’t have the full pound of meat. DELISH! I am not a spicy person, so we held off on the cayenne, and added some turmeric. Served with warm cornbread muffins. YUMZZZYY
This has been my go-to chili recipe for a few years now. We absolutely love the spiciness of it – we don’t go for heat in our spices so I keep the Cayenne to a minimum, but it is THE BEST. It is delicious as is, but I have made a few adaptations to accommodate our pantry and diet:
1) instead of beef, we use ground turkey – it lowers the calories and red meat. I’ve made it AND love it both ways.
2) I rarely use tomato paste and when I use 2T of it the rest goes to waste, so I’ve replaced the paste and the 15 oz can of diced tomatoes with a 28 oz box of diced tomatoes.
We are in our 70s and this is our favorite Chili recipe of all time.
THANKS!
There’s no sense wasting tomato paste it freezes well. I do it all the time.
First time making chili from scratch instead of a ready mix packet. It turned out delicious. I only reduced sugar because we are trying to limit our sugar intake. Hubby gives the recipe 5 stars
Best chili I had in a long time what a keeper!
I love how easy this chili recipe is. However 2T is sugar is too much for my taste buds. Our chili actually tasted sweet, so much so that my husband wouldn’t eat it. I will try again using less sugar.
Great tasting and easy recipe. I added salt and sugar to taste at the end. Thank you for the Chili recipe. It’s perfect 👍
Sooooo goooood!!!
Best chili recipe I have ever found. Wouldn’t change a thing.
Excellent. I added a few jalapeños to mine. It all has such a great flavor. Diffently a keeper
I’ve made it multiple times.. no sugar double the cayenne and fresh jalapeños cheese, sour cream, onions and saltines on the side….. but Doritos for the weird one in the house. Perfect classic chili
Best classic chili recipe! Agree with others that no tweaking is needed. Have used this one for past several years and have it pinned on my phone.
I used the recipe today for the chili cook-off party at our church. It’s my first time ever cooking chili and I haven’t tried one before. I used seasoning blend instead of the yellow onion, used some minced garlic, added some creole seasoning, used Rotel’s dice tomatoes with chilies, and used brown sugar instead of white sugar. OMG, I won the chili cook off! Thank you for the recipe!!!
You didn’t make this recipe. You made your own. But yours sounds good too!
I love this recipe. I use it all the time it’s the best.
This is the best chili ever! And this comes from someone who knows – my husband!
Excellent chilli!! Easy to make and family loved it.
I have made this recipe several times and I love it. I have cooked, cooled & frozen this chili to bring camping twice. It freezes well, reheats well, and is easily a crockpot recipe if you brown your beef and sauté your onions beforehand.
all the adults in the house loved it!
Great recipe but made these changes – Halved the sugar, Omitted the salt and Cayenne Pepper, subsituted Mild Rotel for diced tomatoes, used black beans with the red kidney beans.
Truly the best chili! I always cook in a crockpot for several hours.
This chili is insanely good – the best I’ve ever had. I dont make anything else since finding this a couple years ago! No tweaking needed whatsoever.
My first time making homemade chili and this recipe was everything. It did not disappoint! Was a hit with everyone in my family of 5. My husband was even at work today hoping noone ate the bowl that was leftover because he had forgotten to take it to work. He was too late myself and my 2 year old finished it off. The only change I made was I used Chicken broth instead of beef (I forgot it when I went for the other ingredients) and then of course seasoned to my liking.
This is my go to chili recipe. I make it in the Instant Pot and it’s super quick and easy. Delicious every time!
Good recipe- easy very tasty- but needs the little kick of tobasco! Also
Family loves it on chilly days( pun intended)
I loved this recipe !
This is now my “go to” chili recipe. I use ground impossible “beef” and no one can tell the difference. This seasoning profile is SO much better than those packets you buy at the grocery. Fantastic recipe.
I Love this recipe so does everyone I made it for, only thing I changed was I used Venison burger & added Celery salt to get rid of the wild taste & added fresh minced garlic 🧄 fresh diced jalapeños cooked it in crockpot after cooked the meat onions & garlic . I then added shredded cheese & crackers after I served it
This recipe is among the best chili I have ever had. I doubled the batch the first time and actually used truvia instead of sugar. It was amazing. I’m just finishing up a second double batch. The whole family has been asking for it. Outstanding.
Simple and awesome!!! If you want a quick, hearty and delicious meal; this is it!!!
It’s a tradition in my family to make chili on Halloween and this was my first time trying to make it myself. Directions were SO easy and it tasted GREAT! Thank you!
Best chili I ever made, I added 1 can Ro-tel. Which gave it a little extra kick. Family loved it.
This chili was a huge hit with my family! The only mistake I made was not making a double batch!
I’ve been making this recipe for years now and it has never failed. I make double batches because my neighbors love it so much too and I make some for them with some corn bread.
Thank you for this amazing recipe!
Tasted great! Easy to make too. I cooked the sauce in a crockpot instead of cooking in the saucepan. I didn’t add the cayenne and had to use garlic salt instead of powder.
Its pretty good but has a very strong cummin flavor. Maybe do 1 tablespoon instead of 2 if you’re not a huge fan of that flavor. Otherwise, it’s delicious!
This recipe is pretty good. I just thought it was way too sweet for chili. I would reduce the sugar by at least half. I was wondering if it was supposed to be 2 teaspoons instead of tablespoons. Thanks!
Have made this many times now; coming to say THANK YOU for sharing this recipe, it is absolute perfection. Exactly what I want when I am craving chili. It is so easy to make, quick, and no fussiness. I use it to make a cheese dip recipe, too (layer baking dish with cream cheese, chili, shredded cheese- bake at 400 for 10 mins or until bubbly- so good!).
So good! It has just the right amount of spice/kick. Easy to follow and doesn’t take too long. I added diced green pepper and corn, (and jalapeño and avocado to the top).
Made this today. Wow! Will be my go to chili recipe. I used pinto beans instead of kidney beans because that’s what I had. Also added green pepper. Wife said it was best chili I have made! This one is a keeper.
Great recipe but next time I would start with 1/2 the sugar. Great flavor but a bit sweet
I am now a fan! I am a teacher and look for recipes that are fast, easy and inexpensive. However, the number one ingredient is taste. It’s hard to find any recipes online that have great taste, but are also fast easy and inexpensive. This chili recipe is the best I’ve ever had. I will now be looking up all of the recipes from Amanda. Thank you for making my life easier and happier!
My first attempt at chili and it turned out great. Doubled the beans by adding a can of pinto beans as well (added more sauce and tomatoes to compensate). Wanted to spice it up as well so I added diced poblano peppers with onions and some dabs of hot sauce at the end. Thanks for the recipe.
Hello! I am fixing to make this recipe, the 12 servings. BUT, I just realized I do not have enough garlic powder and can not run to the store! Can I substitute the garlic powder for minced garlic? If so, how much would I need to use? Thank you so much! 😊
Love this chili. The taste is amazing.
Amazing! Such a crowd pleaser. I went ahead and made the alterations below and I highly recommend!:
My alterations:
-double the meat
-put 2 tablespoons of brown sugar
-1 jalapeño
-minced garlic
-+ 1-2 tablespoons of chili powder
For some reason, mine tasted a little heavy on the chili powder and cumin. But otherwise fantastic tasting. I am going to try your modifications. Sounds good.
My go-to chili recipe for the past 3 years! The best
This is, by far, THE best chili!!! I’ve given this recipe out so much thru the years because EVERYONE loves it!
I subbed beyond meat and vegetable broth to make it vegan. I also added corn. Delicious!
Amazing chili recip my family love it ❤️
Yummy 😋 made this for a family party and I will definitely be using this recipe again. Easy and delicious!
I made this tonight it was amazing! Thank you so much ♥️
Best recipe ive ever tasted! Followed recipe to the exact. Making for the 2nd time and many many more
I love this recipe. It’s quick and easy. I do add fresh garlic and black beans to the recipe. It’s definitely a go to Chili recipe
I’ve got two little ones that are fairly picky with spices. Thanks for a nice simple recipe that they love.
Best chili ever! I did use 2lb of ground beef and 2 cans Ranch Style Beans. Loved all of the spices.
So delicious and SO easy!! Making for the second week in a row!!
I made this chili and it was delicious! I have picky eaters in my house but everyone ate this and there unfortunately were no leftovers…next time I am doubling the recipe :0)
Loved this Chili recipe. I used Bush’s canned Chili beans and chili ready diced tomatoes because that is what I had , that was the only thing I changed other than using half the sugar amount and it really is the best Chili I have ever had and my husband agreed. This will be my go to chili recipe from now on.
Won a chili cook off with this recipe! Great chili, halved the cayenne pepper
Great easy recipe
Great recipe, curious about what it would be like if I add Rotel…we shall see.
Tonight is my third time making it. This time I’m making a double batch.
I make this recipe often. Absolutely love it. I substitute brown sugar for white. I half the broth because I don’t like runny chili and half the cayenne pepper or it has a kick, and I like spicy. Pair it with cracker barrel mac&cheese for chili mac or chili cheese frito pie, chili dogs or by itself. It’s delicious!
Can this be made in the crockpot?
A great recipe which doesn’t require a run to the specialty store, but uses what we usually have in the cabinet. With that being said, yep, I was missing an ingredient and substituted another. Still a winner in this house! I left out the cayenne pepper; if anyone wants heat, it’s added at the table. I didn’t have tomato paste, so I decreased the sugar to one tablespoon – which may have increased the potency of the chili powder. So good! Also, I substituted venison cube steak (finely chopped) for the ground beef. That gave the chili a hearty/meatier consistency. I’ll be making this one again soon.
This is some of the best chili my husband and I have had! It’s so flavorful and delicious. I’ve had a lot of chili that doesn’t have much flavor or has way too much broth, but this recipe doesn’t have either of those issues.
The best chili and the only one that I will use! We have a lot of elk meat, so I was looking for a chili recipe, and this is hands-down, the best!!! Especially with the ground elk, it’s almost sweet it is so delicious, thank you!
Easy and delicious!!
This is the best chili I’ve ever made! It was so simple and the flavor is spot on. I added some corn, green peppers, canned green chilis. 10/10
Easy, well written easy instructions, most of all tasty!!
Love this chili! I’m vegetarian so I use impossible ground beef instead of regular beef and vegetable stock instead of beef broth and it is so good!! The spices are perfect and I love that it’s the perfect level of sweetness!
The chili is deliciious. I made it exactly as the recipe says, including the sugar and the cayenne. I did add black beans. YUMMY.
This is a wonderful recipe for Chili and I make it exactly as written. The only thing I do differently is double the recipe and freeze half for later. The flavor deepens and it’s even better the second time around. Everyone I’ve served it to loves it. I usually serve it with cornbread. Yum!
First snow on Halloween day seemed like a good day for chili! This was a very tasty recipe. The blend of spices and amount of sugar was just what I was looking for in a classic chili but decided to start with half of it added and taste. That was just enough for my family’s preference . Now I have enough spice blend saved for another recipe . Served with some cornbread for a great comfort food dinner.
Made it. And it was my 1st time ever making chili…thanks for sharing. I used the fire roasted tomatoes and added some Italian sausage and did a little tweaking. It was amazing.
Great Recipe since I wanted larger portions to share I used double the meat and chili powder and 2 cans of beans. I used brown sugar instead and added more veggies celery and bell peppers. I cooked my meat separately but added all others ingredients in the steps provided. Amazing I loved the taste.
Very tasty! I added a diced green pepper.
I do this recipe all the time and every time it is a success! Love it and the hubby too! I give it a 10 on 10! Great job Wholesome Dish and Thank You for sharing!
OMG! I followed the recipe exactly. BEST chili I’ve ever had. Amazing!!! Thank you for the great recipe!
I was craving chili on a sudden cold evening so I googled all 5 star chili recipes and decided to go with this one. Thankfully I had all the ingredients except for the beef broth. Substituted chicken broth, left out the cayenne pepper and added fresh minced garlic. It was delicious! Next time I’ll try it with organic ground turkey, use vegetable broth and reduce the sugar since this recipe is a little too sweet for my taste. Very flavorful and dice is thick as chili should be. This is so far my favorite chili recipe.
Best chilli ever!!!
Finally a recipe with where I didn’t have to add extra seasoning, and it tastes so good! The only change I made was to replace the sugar with honey. Yum!
I’ve made this several times. The only thing I changed was I cut back
on the sugar to half. It’s great and I’m sure I’ll be making it many times more. I side dish with pasta or corn bread and usual. Cheese, scallions, sour cream. Love it. Thanks.
My go-to chili recipe! Thank you for sharing.
We love this. I have been making chili for years with only mediocre results. My family raves and it is simple for me.
I reduce the sugar and add some herbs. Bellisimo!
Paulette
Great chili recipe!
We loved it!
Left out the sugar and cayenne.
I have made this several times, it is my go to for chili, love it!!
I add 4 cans of beans to stretch the meal among a house of hungry college kids. So good every time!
Great recipe! I did add green and red peppers and fresh garlic, as well. Also used my slow cooker after browning meat w/ veggies. But great flavor!
I made this recipe to “try out”. My family and I ate every last bite in one day. It was so unbelievably good! I barely made any changes to the original recipe, but I increased the cayenne and chili powder a little. YUM!
My favorite recipe for a long time now. Everyone loves it
I think I would have really loved this had I left out the sugar or maybe left half of the sugar out. Great recipe, just a bit too sweet in my opinion.
I was looking for a simple recipe, because I lost my mom’s, and found this recipe. It is delicious and fast to make. I have never used beef broth in chili before, but will from now on.
Can I cook this recipe in a crockpot after browning the meat?
Best chili I have ever made family loves it clean bowls every time 🥰
This is the best chili I’ve ever made. You must try it. It’s so easy and delicious. I used fire roasted diced tomatoes and it just added to the flavor.
This was very good and very easy. I left out the sugar and didn’t miss it.
I added the cayenne and figured I could offset it by mixing in some sour cream for my son who doesn’t love spicy food. It was still too spicy for him.
But I thought it was pretty perfect.
Great tasting and easy to make chili. I added a half cup of frozen corn. Next time I would leave the broth out. We like a thicker chilli.
I have never made chili the same…always with a new recipe. But THIS has just earned my “go to” recipe for Chili!
Very good!!
The seasonings in this recipe are perfect. I used 2 packets of Stevia instead of the sugar (better for diabetics), but followed the rest of the recipe exactly. This is a recipe you can adjust to suit your taste – add more beans, leave out the sugar, omit the cayenne pepper, etc. The seasonings will still be perfect. Very pleased with the end result!
I loved this recipe! Since a lot of reviews commented it was sweet, I put half the sugar it called for. I also puréed a tomato instead of using tomato paste. It came out perfect!
love your recipe. Use it all the time.my husband does not like so much tomato so beefy flavor works well.
Great chili. I left out the sugar and added another can of beans. Reminds me of Culver’s chili.
Best ever!
Made this recipe for a local soup fest and it got 2nd place. Got a lot of good comments on it.
Family loved it! This recipe will replace the one we were using!
Are the spice amounts correct? Its seems like a TON of spices for only a pound of ground beef. Should they be teaspoons instead of tablespoons?
those are def correct, that’s how much I usually use. You have to think you are adding a lot more stuff too, and a bunch of broth. but season to taste, if you think that will be too much, then do less.
I’m pretty sure it’s a tablespoon since chili involves adding liquid, it’ll ensure that your meat is still seasoned and your chili is flavorful.
The title gets this one right—it is the BEST chili recipe I have found. It satisfies all of my cravings for chili powder, cumin, garlic, etc. I’ve made it numerous times exactly as written, but today I added another can of beans. It is delicious both ways. Thank you!!
It was good! Will add 1/2 cup more broth and only 1 tbsp. of cumin next time.
This is the perfect chili
I was thinking the same thing but I just made it for dinner. They are correct.
Simply Seriously Good Chili !!
Looks and smells great so convenient on busy weeknights
My family has NEVER thanked me for making chili for supper… until tonight! They all loved it and had seconds. I will be, for sure, keeping this recipe. (Oh, and this is only the second time I left a recipe comment… it’s that good!)
I have religiously only ever made this chili recipe. While the tablespoon might seem like a lot, it’s perfect when you let it simmer down for a while, perfect amount of flavor!
Perfection!
This is the best Chilli I have ever made, I’ve made it 4 times since the weather got cooler, we love it thank u sooo much for sharing 😊
Tried this recipie and it was super easy and delicious! Thank you for sharing.
Delicious but would leave sugar out next time
G00D…..
Excellent amount of spices. I added 2 types of beans, corn and a small can of green chiles. Delicious.
This is a great recipe. My husband loved it and he’s a chili snob!
I used fresh garlic and a touch of ancho chili powder and chipotle chili powder. No cayenne.
Will definitely be making this again!!
Best chili recipe around and I think I’ve tried all of the top ones on the internet. This has become my go to Chili recipe. So, so delicious!
Can I use this recipe for canning?
Pretty delicious 🤤 I too have kiddos that require a less spicy chili so I omitted the cayenne. Other than using fresh ingredients over canned, I followed this recipe. It’s a keeper. Thank you 💜💐
Delicious! It was hard not to go back for another bowl!
This truly is the Best Classic Chili recipe. I tried multiple chili recipes before finding this one and this is now my go to!
Changes: I use half of the sugar she recommends and it’s still amazing (I use cane sugar). Also I do add the cayenne and I don’t find it spicy at all.
I recommend pairing with the Red Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuits… it’s SO YUMMY.
Thank you for this recipe!!!
Best chili recipe in my opinion
This chili was so so good! I did the onions and ground beef step and then threw it all in the slow cooker and it came out so flavorful. I’ve tried so many recipes but this one is by far the best. For leftovers you could throw in some macaroni and bake with cheese for some chili mac!
I skipped the sugar completely. Tastes great without
Agreed. I used the sugar, and decided I’d like the chili even more without it. Still, we loved it.
I was looking for a new chili recipe and came across this. So glad I did. I cut the sugar in half and added another can of beans and it was absolutely delicious. Best part is that it took about 30 min from start to end. Will be making this a lot this Fall and Winter!!
This recipe was incredibly easy to follow and turned out great. I was happy to find it was able to accommodate a couple additions as well (bell peppers, mushrooms, paprika).
I use this recipe all the time. We all love it here.!!!
I have tried several chili recipes and this was the best one ever. My husband absolutely loved it and said this was the best one I have ever made. Thank you for sharing this recipe, definitely keeping it and will be my go to chili recipe.
Delicious!!!! My husband says best chili I’ve ever made and I’ve made several different recipes. I’ll definitely be making this one again.
I’m not much of a cook and I made this and it was great and people said it was the bomb.
THIS CHILI IS TERRIFIC
So good……perfect for cold weather……
Excellent! The entire family enjoyed it. We will make it again.
I love this. I’ve made it several times only I add a can of beer . You can always spice it up if you want it spicy. But we love it as is
This is one of my absolute favorite recipes!! I leave out the cayenne pepper as I don’t like hot. I make this Edie silly now in fall season with done corn bread!! Oh yummy!!!
This is the best chili I have ever made
A little too sweet for me but other than that it was great! I’ll just do less sugar next time.
Can I make this In a Dutch oven
Really good chili, it’s kinda sweet and spicy but i love it! paired it with some homemade cornbread, and it made the best dinner ever. huge hit!!
I want to make this but it seems like a ton of cumin. Is this amount correct?
I make this all the time ! Definitely my favorite chili recipe 😋
The amount of cumin is correct.
I’ll cut back on the sugar next time. Good chili (it’s on the stove).
I’ve been making this for a couple years now, and it is one of only a handful of meals that my picky 7- and 9-year-old kids happily scarf down! I greatly reduce the sugar and use ground turkey; I serve topped with cheese and sometimes poured over hunks of cornbread! YUMMMM!
This recipe came out well and was so easy! My variations were that I used ground beef & ground pork as well as red and dark red kidney beans and added finely diced jalapeños and poblanos for a little kick. I’m not a big fan of chili but made if for football Sunday. It was a hit! I personally couldn’t stop eating it and can’t wait to make it again and again!!
Very, very good but a little spicy for me. I’m a while with spicy food though. Next time I’ll make it with half the chili powder. Thankfully I didn’t add any of the cayenne. This will definitely be my chili base for future recipes.
This has been in our regular rotation for a while now. Best chili ever-hands down!!! I double up the beans because that’s my preference. Thank you for sharing!
I’ve made this recipe at least 10x. Always a crowd favorite.
Everyone loved it and had seconds – old and young! The kiddos ask to make if again!
Greatest chili recipe, I added 3 kind of beans, black, kidney and red for a twist and it was really great!
Great and easy!
Tasty, but wayyy too much sugar for my liking. Next time I’ll do a half tablespoon of brown sugar
I lowered the salt and added chicken broth. It was very nice and quite flavorful.
My family said we should do this one again. But my brother thought that it needed to be more spicely.
Good taste overall.
Amazing chili! First time making chili from scratch and absolutely delicious! Ate it for 3 days straight! 🙂
This chili was the best! And no heart burn!
I’ll definitely be making this again. Yummy!
FYI – I used California Ground Chili Peppers, which is what I had on hand, instead of chili powder & it tasted great 👍
Delish!
Absolutely delicious 😋
serve with cup of white rice and side of crackers. sour
cream as side optional.
Amazing
I’m not sure exactly what made this recipe so much better than others I’ve tried, but wow, it was delicious and was ready in half the time of others!! I used the season end of green pepper from my garden (about 1/2 cup) and fresh garlic but otherwise, I followed your recipe exactly. I bet it will be even better for tomorrow’s dinner! Thanks so much, it’s definitely a keeper.
Incredible Chili recipe! I opted for the larger can of Tomatoes, added 1/2 a green bell pepper and real garlic and a dash of Worcestershire at the end. SO GOOD!!
This was really a good chili well deserving of all the five stars it has received and as usual, I put my own spin on It by adding a few more spices like Smoked Paprika, Basil, and a can of black beans to accompany the red Kidney beans.
Very delicious!!
Excellent! I modified a little by adding 2 med cloves garlic (instead of powder), 1/2 c celery (with leafy tops) and about 1/4 c each of red, yellow, orange and jalapeño peppers all at a med chop. I also used crushed tomatoes instead of diced and omitted the tomato sauce. I thought the amount of spice and even the sugar would be too much but it wasn’t – it was perfect! Thank you for this great recipe!
Chili was great! I did everything by the recipe except the broth- didn’t have any. So I added an extra two jars of tomato sauce. Because It was a little sour from the tomato sauce I added a bit more sugar to balance everything but the recipe was delicious definitely a keeper!
This is the best Chili ever. My whole family loves it. It is the star of our Halloween party every year.
Great recipe. If you really want to give it that special something, replace the sugar with Cinnamon Sugar or add ground Cinnamon… mmmmmmm… so good.
I made it as is but also put in a sliced jalapeño along with the onions. Perfect over a baked potato, with some corn chips or in a bowl with cheddar cheese and some sour cream! Delicious!
Delicious. I add a a half of diced bell pepper with the onion. Perfect!
Going to try next week
What do I need to substitute with if I leave out the diced tomatoes? Can I just use another can of tomato sauce? Thanks!
My friend said it was perfect!
this recipe is a masterpiece. my partner claims that this chili is what made him fall in love with me lol. ❤️ only thing I added was a tablespoon maybe of onion powder and sometimes I’ll cook half a jalapeno with the beef and onion. but totally not necessary, just personal preference. I don’t even eat chili, but I think this is awesome stuff. thanks!
Love this recipe!! This time I used ground turkey and I like it even better!
Truly the best chili recipe I have made to date. My hubby really enjoyed it as well!
I won a chili cook-off with this recipe! Excellent recipe and very easy directions. Thank you for sharing!
VERY Tasty Chili! I made this recipe tonight, and the only thing I would change is I would do 1Tbsp of sugar instead of 2, but otherwise, the flavor is amazing! So glad I found this recipe.
I ran out of chili powder, only had about a tsp, so I subbed ancho and chipotle. It was a success. Me and my son had two bowls first night and again 3 days later, and it was even better!
Amazing flavor.
I will admit that I have never done the recipe as written. There are 4 things that you want with every dish… Salt, heat, fat, and acid… This dish had everything except acid so I added the juice of half a lime…
OMG, the umami in this recipe is amazing. Great complex flavor, decent heat (I didn’t add the Cyanne) for people that don’t like a lot of heat, and fairly easy. I treated this as a one pot recipe so the amount of dishes needed for this recipe is minimum (cutting board, knife, cast iron pot, and a strainer). Oh, I also used a can of medium Rotel for the tomatoes.
Highly recommend recipe for a simple chilli.
Wonderful classic chili recipe. Really is just like mom used to make. Perfect just the way it is or add your own twists. Well done.
It’s been a while since I made chili and needed a reminder. I’m so glad I stmbl d upon your recipe. Great classic flavor. I won’t make any other recipe after this one. Thank you
This is an excellent base recipe but a touch too sweet for my taste. I balanced out the sweetness with ground chipotle and apple cider vinegar and an currently enjoying a bowl. I will definitely make it again but will reduce tte sugar by half and keep the additional chipotle and ACV.
Truly the best!
My family couldn’t get enough of this chili. I added half a green bell pepper and cilantro. I used tomatoes from our garden . I will certainly make this again soon!
My favorite dish!
Yay! Made this for a neighborhood gathering. It was a HIT! Shared the recipe… but did NOT add the cayenne pepper . I had several hot sauces on the table with cheddar cheese, sour cream and sliced green onions, jalapeños and fresh parsley. Thank you for such an easy and delicious recipe !
Whenever I try out a new recipe for the first time I follow it exactly, how am I supposed to know if the recipe is good if I tweak it? Round two of using a new recipe tweaks like adding this or that are not necessary here. This recipe was perfect! Exactly what me and baby were craving. I will note however that I bought regular diced tomatoes instead of petite on accident. I thought it was delicious but will definitely use petite next time to better disguise them from my very picky 7 year old.
I always do my own thing but it has been a year since I made chili. I needed a reminder. This is the first recipe I looked at and after another half dozen, went back to. It tastes almost exactly like my mothers chili. I love it. I didn’t do the exact amounts and cooked dry beans. My advice is to use all of the ingredients in the recipe but add or subtract amounts to suit your taste. This is a very good basic recipe for chili.
I come back to this recipe over and over when I need to cook chili! It’s perfect as is, but sometimes I like to add a little more onion and more beans.
Awesome
do you use white or brown sugar?
Granulated sugar is always white sugar 😉
Best chili I’ve ever had!
This chili is perfect! I doubled the recipe so I could freeze the leftovers! I served it over baked potatoes with cheese, chives, sour cream and bacon pieces. This recipe for chili is so easy to follow, take your time and read the directions first, then make it. It is wonderful.
My husband loved this recipe
I’ve been making chili for years on my own, from recipes, in a crock pot, and on the stove. This one is hands down the best! Made it for family gathering and everyone loved it! Clear directions, thanks!
I won the church chili cook-off with this recipe! Thanks!
This is amazing…exactly what I was looking for.
This is my go to chili every time! Best chili ever.
Terrific recipe and very easy. I added crushed red pepper flakes, increased the diced tomatoes to the 30 oz can. It’s always a winner whenever served to family or to a mob. Everyone loves it.
Awesome recipe! My fussy 11 year old loved it and she’s my toughest critic. I doubled the recipe so I could freeze some for a busy week night that I know will come now that we’re back to school & evening activities.
As a novice cook, I can’t believe that I could ever make anything this delicious. Thank you!!!
The best beef chili ever!
Looks great, will try it!
Have made this chili recipe for the last year and my brother says it is the Best!
I add celery, green peppers, mushrooms and a little airplane size bottle of Jack Daniels to it! Very taste!
First time making chili using your recipe. My husband loved it. It’s perfect. Thank you!!
Yummy.
Very good cooking
Great!
Love this chili! I add a little less chili powder and it’s perfect..
This chil was awesome, easy to make as well. Will be adding it to my recipe book for sure.
Love this recipe. It’s soon good.👍👍
This is my absolute favorite Recipe!
I just added less Sugar!
I made it many times!
Best chili recipe and so easy to make. It’s a family favorite.
I simmer with a couple of bay leaves a a splash of red wine. Love this simple recipe as is, too.
I saved this recipe because this had become my family’s goto chili recipe. We tweak it a little by adding a small can of roasted green chilis, a can of black beans and I use half beef broth and half Guinness. The spice combination you have is perfect!
I will never wing it with chili again. Sticking to this recipe. The whole family loves it.
5 ⭐️
I tried this recipe, having never made chili in my life. My husband thought homemade chili sounded good, so I got online for ‘best chili recipe’, and this recipe came up. This is the best chili we have ever eaten. My husband still raves about how this chili is better than any chili he has ever tasted. Thank you very much for sharing.
Note: I cooked 8 oz. pinto beans and 8 oz. red kidney beans in a slow cooker in place of the canned beans. I replaced garlic powder with two cloves fresh minced garlic, and added 1/2 diced green bell pepper to chili. I combined all ingredients in the slow cooker, and simmered on low heat for 5 hours.
Should I cook and drain the fat from the beef before putting it in the crockpot? Or just throw everything in crockpot using a lean beef?
Alyssa, since the recipe uses 90% ground beef, it will not have much fat after the beef is browned. I suggest not draining.
My kids loved it! I just added 1 can of spicy chili beans, 1 can of kidney beans and 1 can of black beans with some celery, and red and green peppers.
It was perfect!!
Excellent! Loved this recipe so I saved it AND wrote it down 🙂 doubled everything except I completely forgot to add the beans and that was fine too. Definitely will be making this one again-thank you for sharing.
How much is a serving size?
I’m on a special diet and need to record my sodium intake. I plan to alter this recipe to lower the sodium. It will end up being 141mg per serving but I need to know the serving size in order to measure my portion. Thank you for sharing it.
Ideal recipe for classic no bs chili,my family loves it so much
My boyfriend made this for me for dinner and it was his first time making chili. (I do most of the cooking in our household but lately I have had to work different hours than normal.) When I got home tonight I was impressed by the aroma. I couldn’t wait to get into my comfy pants and dig in. It was absolutely delicious. He left out the sugar and the cayenne pepper and it was perfect for me. You can tell it’s chili but it’s not too spicy. I had him share the recipe to my phone so next time I can make some! Thanks!
Delicious. We add a can of cannellini beans and light red kidney beans.
Served guests & we all Loved this chili!!
Just made it for a large event, everyone loved it! Tripled the recipe no problem! The only change I made was adding a can of diced chili peppers per another reviewer’s recommendation. Also added some precooked (by me) steak sliced to add an “expensive” addition to the presentation. Not necessary for a successful result but it did work!
This is my go to chili recipe for the past 10 years!! Excellent. We add Fritos, Sour Cream and Finely Chopped Onion for toppings. Yummy!! When I first printed this recipe there were 454 votes! Now there are over 3000!
This has been my go-to chili recipe for quite a while now. It’s a no-fuss recipe made with great ingredients ( I usually add 2 different cans of beans/ kidney and black.) It cooks in such a short period of time and it’s DELICIOUS! Dinner on the table in under an hour. The leftovers are even better the next day or frozen and reheated at a later date. My whole family loves this!!!
The perfect balance of sweet, salted, and spicy! Loved it so much that I will make a new one after just a week so I can share it with my friends (first time I ate it all by myself). You really nailed this recipe, Amanda, thank you so much!
I love making chili and rarely use a recipe. The last few times, though didn’t turn out well. I tried your recipe for my kids that “hate chili!” and they LOVED IT! Pretty much stayed to the recipe and they said it was the best food ever. High praise! Thank you so much! This will be my go-to for chili.
Getting Chli ready for dinner. In tasting it while cooking it, I give it a thumbs up! Can’t wait to dinner. Maybe I’ll sneak some for lunch 😆 first time making this.
Delicious
Delicious! The only alteration I made was to make it vegan by using Impossible Burger and BTB no-beef base. I used just a pinch of cayenne. Came together beautifully and the final result was rich, complicated, and flavorful. I served it with homemade cornbread. Thank you so much!
I added about 2 tablespoons of honey just to make it sweater for me but in general the chilli was great!
I’ve made this recipe multiple times and everyone in my family loves it and it tastes really really good i’m actually gonna make it today for lunch Thank You!!!!!
I tried this recipe it was very good, I added one green pepper 🫑 though when cooking with the onion,and top the chili with cheddar cheese, I will be making this recipe again it was very good , I also served it with chili cheddar cheese bread , thank you for the recipe I enjoyed it very much and I hope to try more recipes
It’s really good I 2x mine and my family enjoyed it I added pinto beans 🫘 and it was fine.. thanks
This is my husband’s favorite chili. We 5x the recipe every time we make it.
I want to make some with no beans for another family member. How much should I decease the spices if we don’t add the bean???
This is a great recipe delicious and my family loves. It didn’t have to change a thing about it.
Excellent!!! Great taste super easy to make. Thank You!! ❤️
I hate people who comment (“it’s great, BUT…”) I’m not one of those (lol) BUT I did make 2 changes. 1) used ground turkey instead of beef (hubby can’t process beef,) and 2) doubled up on the spices for a bit more kick. Excellent award winner!
This is by far the best chili recipe I’ve ever found. I’ve made this so many times I know it by heart! The only thing I’ve ever added is extra cayenne (I like it *spicy*), and a healthy splash of vinegar (I like it *tangy*). About to make it for the 95683rd time and eat it every day for a week…
Delicious and easy!
This is by far the best chilli recipe that I have ever tasted in my life
This chili was delicious! Seriously, it was amazing!! I cut the sugar in half and added an extra can of kidney beans. Next time, I will double the recipe. Thank you so much for the recipe.
my husband says it is the best chili I have ever made!
Great recipe! I double the beans and add a little more tomato paste than the recipe calls for…
Great recipe, I made it today. I did follow the suggestion in the comments and reduced the sugar to 1/2 a Tbsp and I added diced green pepper. Everyone loved it and said this is our go to recipe for chili moving forward!
Seriously the ONLY chili recipe I use! Everyone loves it. It takes no time but tastes like you spent all day making it. 100% recommend!!
I used organic ground turkey and 1 big zucchini cut in small pieces sear in olive oil then add at the end, was very tasty. I made it because didn’t know what to do with old huge zucchini and was a hit.
I’ve been making vegetarian chili for years and I love it – one particular recipe calls for 4 cans of beans. But we decided to make beef chili this time and this recipe is positively delicious, fast and easy.
Amazing thanks soooooooooo much it was a success!!!!
LOVE this recipe! I’ve made it 3 times now – I double it each time and freeze it in portions. I cook the ground beef & onion, then dump everything together in the slow cooker for the day. PERFECT!
Very delicious! I made this for a church event and got tons of compliments. Follow the directions exactly and wouldn’t change a thing.
Good starting point for chili. I made a few slight changes. The only noteworthy one – I cover mine. I disagree with cooking it uncovered but who am I to say it’s wrong. Just not my way of doing it. Other than that it’s just minor variations to the amounts of the dry ingredients.
This was super good for a quick and easy chili.
The cumin made all the difference-I highly recommend this recipe for a quick and delicious dinner this fall!
We paired it with a cornbread recipe from B. Dylan Hollis, which is one box jiffy mix, 2 eggs and half a jar of cheese whiz(sounds awful but is really yummy) – this all went well together 🙂
Delicious 😋
Thank you for an easy and tasty chilli and i love your directions they were clear and easy to follow
Best homemade chili recipe ever!
Thanks, Scott
My favorite chili recipe! I’ve used this recipe a dozen times now, usually multiplying the ingredients by 3 or 4 because I can eat a lot of it. Good by itself or with toppings like sour cream and cheese. Also one of the best chili dog chili’s ever. 10 out of 10.
I have made this several times! It’s delish!!!
This was so delicious and my family just loved it. Thank you 😊
I’ve been using this recipe for about 2 years, and I’ve made zero adjustments or substitutions, it’s a spectacular recipe. You could add veggies if you want, but as it stands, this makes a perfect chili
Best chili recipe I have eaten. Have made numerous times. Make double batch each time and break down and freeze. The only thing I change in recipe is an extra can of beans.
Can this be done in a crock pot?
I really like the chili and I’m usually not a big fan of chili. I made my own chili powder for a recipe I found on the internet and left out the cayenne pepper. Chili powder is what I don’t like chili and leaving the cayenne out was definitely a step in the right direction. I added a pablano pepper that was sitting around. Oh yeah, I used a can of enchilada sauce in place of the diced tomatoes and I’m sure that accounts for it taking this recipe to the next level. Very good.
I don’t generally like chili all that much but this is really good. I made something for dinner that I didn’t think my son would like so I made this chili and really liked it. I made my own chili powder because that’s what I don’t like about chili. I left the cayanne out. I had a pablano pepper to use up and added that.
I had a pack of ground beef chuck that I wanted to use up and was looking for a simple chili recipe. I stumbled onto this recipe and thought I’d give it a try. The recipe proved to be very simple and didn’t require many ingredients. I added the cayenne pepper but didn’t notice any spiciness to the flavor that was noteworthy. If you’re looking for a simple yet tasteful chili recipe, this one fits the bill.
First time making Chili, and this was a hit! We’re in Australia, so some notes for other Aussies: “Ketchup” is not just tomato sauce – its tangier. “Tomato Sauce” is Passata. American “Chili Powder” is way less spicy than ours. I think I used 1/2 a tsp of Masterfoods Chilli Ground and it was warming and spicy. DO NOT use 2.5 table spoons!! Add chilli powder to your taste 👌🏼
This chili is really good! I copied it and made it last night for supper with a lettuce salad and easy cornbread for just myself. My husband died 16 years ago and my mother died 50 years ago.
Thanks, bunches!
My Mom died before she could teach me all the cooking she did and I’m trying different recipes to find hers. This is as much like hers as I’ve found. Except I added a can of chili beans because I didn’t add cumin. I don’t have little ones and the chili beans had cumin. It was still good, even better.
best chili ever . I have made Texas chili and red chili and many many more. I was about to give up and then i found this one. FIVE STARS
Never reviewed a recipe until now! BEST chili recipe I have tried. Hands down. Saving this one as our go-to chili recipe.
This is such an easy and yummy recipe. I was looking for something easy to make and that I had everything at home for. I didn’t have tomatoe sauce, but I blended a can if stewed tomatoes and used Rotel for the diced tomatoes. I also used the cayanne pepper, and it has a bit of kick. Next time I’d use half the amount. Great flavor!! Thank you for your recipe!
Great recipe. I make it regularly and it has become my go to recipe. Thanks for sharing it!
This chilli is great! I like to add green pepper and corn. HOWEVER! if u have a premium red chili powder DO NOT use more then 1 table spoon or else its way to spicy and u can’t enjoy this. But over all I’m obsessed with this chilli.
My daughter and husband loved it.
Really delicious chili! Love Al the seasonings. Will be my new go-to recipe!
Very easy and yummy!! I add a little more cumin but love the taste and easy to make for beginner cooks!!
This is the only recipe I use. Quick and very easy to make. The only thing I add is a dollop of sour cream when serving. Also,
I reduced the amount of cumin by half but this is just a personal preference. If I want it any hotter I simply add a little cayenne pepper. There’s never enough leftovers lol.
Best chili recipe ever.
This recipe was fantastic, delicious sweet with a little bit of heat
Not too much spice
I did not even add cheese on top or sour cream or anything
Thank you for this wonderful recipe
The only chilli I make now.. so easy and so good!!!
One of our favorite recipes! Super easy and tasty! Thank you!
I love the recipe. Classic chili is the best on a cold fall day. I love filling waterballoonz with chili and shooting them with a balloon launcher into crowds of people at events like weddings or school graduations. I’m scared of the toaster.
I’ve made different variations of this chili for my family for a few years. I’ve used it with ground pork sausage instead of beef I’ve also used ground bison. I have played around with the broths as well as the beans and every time it comes out spectacular. The seasoning is my favorite. It’s the most requested meal summer, winter, or fall from the whole family.. toddlers included! Its a great loving recipe meant to be shared with a neighbor too. Thank you for posting the recipe I’ve memorized it by heart now that people think its mine and said i should enter a chili contest.
Best Chili I have ever tasted. Several compliments from husband and told me me to make it once a week. Top with shredded sharp cheddar and green onions. I make it with a side of those Red Lobster cheddar bay biscuit mix. Thank you!! SOOOOOOOOO much better then the chili seasoning packet!
Just made it. It’s absolutely wonderful!
This came out delicious and so easy
Love this recipe…almost identical to grandma’s! My kind of fall/winter comfort food, but we enjoy it year round.
This chili is da bomb! I have used so many recipes over the years, but this is a crowd favorite. I make small modifications here and there with spices, types of beans, cocoa powder, etc .., but basically stick to it as is! Thank you!
This is such a great recipe! I’ve made this for several family and friends, and everyone really likes this. I personally do not like cumin and my daughter does not like spicey, so I don’t add the chili powder. However, it is amazing even without these ingredients. I love all the rich flavors and hardiness of this chili. I highly recommend this recipe.
Add 2 more cups of broth(I substituted for chicken broth) and it fed 3 adults. Delish. Flavorful. Just Yum(:
5 star
Only thing I used differently was 2tbsp.molasses
I made this and it was Great, easy to make. I added one medium diced green bell pepper to the simmering onion. Also, one tablespoon of white vinegar was the last ingredient, which enhanced the flavor for me. The taste was exceptional the next day. Will make this again, for sure. Thanks!
Real nice straightforward recipe for a classic dish. I thought the spices and heat level were spot-on, (warm lips afterburn, but not inedible.) but I’d cut the cayenne by half for my girlfriend and daughter who dislike such heat.
Didn’t have the 8 oz tomato sauce so I left it out and didn’t miss it at all. (I like a less soupy chili anyway and if anything, I was glad it didn’t have more liquid.) The ten minute rest at the end is important—some liquid is absorbed.
It will be interesting next time to try it with some diced green pepper, fresh garlic (jalapeno?) and assorted garnishes and side dishes. (Steven Raichlen cornbread!)
Would be an EXCELLENT filling I think for tacos, burritos, or enchiladas . . .
NICE job Amanda! 🙂
Why the sugar? Is it essential to your recipe. Have not made it yet, but would like to try it.
This chili recipe was easy to follow and I substituted the cooked beans for homemade beans–Best of all the chili was YUMMY and it was the first time I attempted making chili. I chose it because it was rated a 5 star!
Like your recipe. I left out the sugar and added 2 diced carrots to add sweetness!
This is now my only recipe, however I did make one adjustment. Rather than using tomato sauce I substitute it with chilli sauce. Quick an delicious
Great recipe! Easy, quick and full of flavor. This goes in my recipe box! Thank you for sharing!
Absolutely the best chili recipe!! My entire family loves it!! Thank you for sharing❤️
good all around easy to make and great for frito pie
Great recipe! I tried with ground venison. I added extra garlic and a can of corn. It’s definitely a family favorite.
Made this last night and it gone when I woke up. Read the notes at the end of the recipe, and the kids were happy there was no cayenne pepper in it. Halved the cumin. Good stuff!
I use this recepe for the spices as they are perfect for me. I hate kidney beans and I don’t feel like there is enough beans here. I used a can of pinto beans a can of black beans and a can of maple baked beans. I also added mushrooms, corn and celery which I added with the onions at the start because they just make chili better. Instead of garlic powder I put 3 cloves of minced up garlic and at the end I let it simmer for 2 to 2 and a half hours until it’s nice and thick. I also just add cayanne (1 Tbs per bowl because I love it) to my portions afterwards as my wife does not like spice. I have made this chili this way 4-5 times now and it is always awesome
I’ve made this simple but delicious chili recipe 3 times now. I always get compliments on it, ez and inexpensive to make. I normally double the recipe because I know it will all get eaten up.
Family loves the sweet and spicy flavors.
Has become a go to favorite!
I made this chili 3 days ago and it’s just as good for lunch today as it was then! Great flavor – thank you for sharing! Try this – you won’t be disappointed!
Definitely a superb recipe. I’ve made it a dozen times now and it’s always delightful.
I reduce the cumin by half ever since my first batch. It’s just a personal taste that the cumin makes the flavor a bit Tex-mex for me. I grew up with my mama’s Spanish recipes.
ALSO, I will make two pots at the same time with a single batch in each. I omit the beef in one pot, and it is a fantastic vegan chili!!
THANK YOU FOR SHARING THIS RECIPE.
It’s absolutely amazing. It’s going to be my go to chilli recipe
Thank you for this recipe. We slightly reduced the chili powder and cumin but added the cayenne pepper option and substituted one minced clove of garlic instead of garlic powder. It balanced flavors and spicing perfectly. Wonderful with cornbread and cold beer. This will become a regular rotation.
This was my first time making chili, and I was pleased how easy it was. I ended up adding more of some things to use up the entire amounts that some ingredients came in. I substituted raw honey for sugar, and tamari and coconut aminos for some of the salt. It still came out delicious. I almost quadrupled the single recipe and ended up with 16+ pints to freeze.
Best chili I’ve had in a l time!!! It’s great. Great amount of spices too.
Best chili recipe ever! The only one I ever use!!
Best of all very simple, straight to the recipe without excessive talking about this or that. I love all the pictures!
What is the effect of omitting the sugar?
This is by far the best chili I have ever made. I have made a lot of different chili recipes in my life. I leave out the sugar. My family calls me all the time wanting me to make this chili. It is most definitely a 5 star dish. Thank you so much for such a delicious dish.
Perfect 30 minute chili, tastes like it cooked low and slow, no need to change a thing! Thank you
Great taste and quick to make. LOVE this!!!
I was so delightfully impressed with this recipe! I followed the recipe as is and it was simple and delicious and seasoned just right! Living abroad, I really come to miss some of my favorite American dishes and places that try to replicate the taste just don’t come close. Recipes like this make me have a little part of home with me and makes it easy to do myself with a great result. *Bonus points* my husband devoured this right up. That’s an A+ in my book.
Great recipe! This will be my go to for chili. Simple to follow.
I used less cumin and a little more chili powder, I find cumin to be a strong flavor so I use less.
I use this as my base for every chili I make. I just add jalapeño, more cayenne and substitute some of the beans for more diced tomatoes so that it has less carbs. Have made this at least a dozen times now. If you want a delicious chili and don’t know where to start then look no further. Thanks Amanda!
I was looking for a chili recipe as I usually just grab a packet at the grocery and follow the directions.
I know…. I know…
This recipe saved the day, it was very good!
NOTE: The sugar makes it a bit sweet, will ½ next time.
Thank You!
This chilli recipe was fast, easy, and had a great flavor!! The whole family loved it!
I have won 3 chili cook offs with your recipe! It is so easy and so good.
Lisa
Love this recipe
Great tasting chili. Made it twice but reduced amount of sugar second time. Thanks for allowing me to test your recipe! I husband absolutely loves chili and this recipe was a hit with him.
Are the beans canned or bagged beans
I’m not the author, but generally chili recipes call for canned beans. If you had beans leftover you wanted to use, it’d be about 2 cups. Just be sure to give em a rinse.
The ingredient list calls for canned red kidney beans, drained and rinsed.
Do you drain the grease from the meat?
Excellent chili! I added 1/2 green bell pepper because I had it on hand. Easy recipe . Perfect for a cool winter day in California 😎
This is my 4th time making this recipe. I reduced the sugar to to 1 table spoon as I found it a little sweet. I have also substituted chicken for the beef, jarred tomato sauce and added sweet potatoes.
Great dish!
Very pleased with this recipe! I made it on a Sunday as meal-prep for the busy week, along with some Jiffy cornbread muffins. I like some spice so I added in dried chili peppers and extra cayenne. May add a little more beans next time, but I agree with the comment below that this produces a surprisingly large amount of chilli! Will definitely make it again 🙂
We love this recipe! I’ve made it many times. My grown son moved in with me and he really enjoys it! In fact i wasnt making it because we are headed into summer season and he ask me to please make it cause he just l8ves it no matter what the time of the year it is. Also, I may vary it a little depending on ingredients on hand or the mood I am in. One of the other reviewers said they vary it a little but keep to the main recipe. So do I!
Tried this recipe today and Hubby loved it, no more packages for me. Added bell peppers, my only addition. This is a keeper for sure.
I made the chilli today exactly what the recipe called for ….
and it’s perfect ,super yummy!
Thank you !
This was just the most perfect chili. Really flavorful and the consistency was excellent. I did add a couple more tablespoons of tomato paste, as I like my chili thick not runny.
Just made chili for the first time ever using this recipe and it came out amazing. Thank you!!
This has become my new go-to Chili recipe! I add black beans, that’s the only change I make 👍😋
The best chili recipe ever!! It’s been awhile since I’ve made it, so I’m making it tonight. But I don’t have any tomato paste. Will the chili be okay without it?
Excellent recipe, went a little lighter on seasonings but could of added all. Thank you #wholesomedish
Followed the recipe almost to a T. Only changed this (first time making) by adding one 15 oz can of garbanzo beans. And draining meat before adding spices, etc. Delicious. Will make again. Next time might slightly reduce cumin and slightly increase chili powder. But still, delicious.
I love this recipe it’s my go to chilli 😋
This is my go to recipe for Chili
I made it exactly like this + a dab of liquid smoke & ½ mini can of green chili peppers diced, with & poultry seasoning & OMG IT’S DELICIOUS! Ty
Great recipe. I would suggest draining the tomatoes and I would also suggest using beef stock.
My whole family loved it,it’s delicious 😋
Excellent
Amazing chili! Next time I think I’ll add two cans of beans. Ate bowls of chili the first day and then made nachos with chili on top tonight. The family loved it both ways!
I followed this recipe and added a can of corn and it was DELICIOUS!
My husband and young children all asked for seconds. It’s hearty, meaty and very filing. This recipe is definitely going into my book.
I’ve made this chilli lots of times and each time it does not fail. It hits the spot. Its like my grandmothers chilli. It’s really tasty and you feel fulfilled and satisfied with wholesome food. Thanks for sharing this recipe..
First time making chili, and surprised how easy it was. I’m cut cumin to half and it taste fine. I would probably cut down on the sugar in 1/2 next time and add smoke paparika for smokeyness. Otherwise very happy on how it turned out.
Love this recipe, but was always puzzled about the ‘leaving out the cayenne pepper’ bit for your kid. I mean, it’s nothing compared to the 2.5 tbsp of chili powder that go into the recipe…
I used 2.5 tbsp of dried and powdered mixed Indian chillies and jeez, even for a hothead like myself that was verging on a bit too much…
Only recently found out Chili powder is a spiceblend lol. Made a much milder batch today that has so much more depth to the flavour instead.
My husband and I thought the balance of this seasoning is perfect HOWEVER it makes a ton. I didn’t even have enough of all of the ingredients but when I was done I saw how much it made and thought it was way more than any packet used for 1 lb of meat. So I made the spice ingredients (didn’t use sugar as I don’t like it in my chili and used a limited amount of the tomato paste/sauce)but then started with 3 tablespoons of the seasoning and then suited to taste from there. I’m keeping the recipe because it is a solid base and better than the store bought. Thanks!! Now if I could find taco seasoning that was perfect….still on the hunt for that, lol
This chili was absolutely delicious! We love veggies, so I added half of each green, yellow, orange, and red bell peppers. I also added white kidney beans and a little extra beef broth to compensate for the extra substance. Even then, I didn’t change the spices at all and it was perfect. Exactly what I’ve been craving. Thanks so much for the yummy recipe. It’s definitely a keeper!
So tasty and simple. Great for cornbread casserole! You could use this recipe for anything chilli, thanks for sharing :>D
This is awesome. I had never made chilli before. I did add more beans and some Rotelle. I’m making it again today. My man loves it.
Love this recipe, it’s a family favorite! Perfect every time! Top with shredded cheddar and a dollop of sour cream!
I have tried many different chili recipes over the last 20 years, including several of my own. This recipe, as presented, is my hands down favorite.
This is My go to chili recipe with a couple of changes. I add 1 chopped green pepper, 1/2 teaspoon of all spice, more cayenne pepper and I’ll simmer it on low for an hour stirring occasionally. My boyfriend can’t get enough of it. Every time it finishes he wants me to make more.
Came out beautifully
Perfect blend of spices. I tend to cook it a bit longer to thicken the chili, but this has become a go-to recipe not just for at home, but to bring to parties or to help out busy friends and family who need help with extra meals because it stores well. Thank you!!
Great recipe thank you! I made with 50/50 mince beef and BBQ pulled pork for a cowboy chilli and it was amazing 😋
I had a packet of McCormick Chili seasoning and a pound of beef. Then company showed up! Ut-OH, took out another lb of beef ad followed this recipe. Best best chili EVER. Will use this from now on instead of packet.
Good tasting chili but added 1 diced green pepper and would use less cumin next time. That’s what I love about this recipe. It’s a good base for chili and you can add or subtract as you like. We were sure glad we had leftovers (2 people) as it will always better the next day. Kudos for a great recipe.
I love this recipe, the whole family loves it. Simple yet delicious.
This is my favorite recipe for a chili. My 3 year old requests it frequently, so we tend to skip the cayenne 🤣. We love beans so I add cannellini, garbanzo, and black beans. I also add bell pepper and corn. Such a great recipe with the seasoning-I really appreciate you sharing! It is a staple in our house.
First time making chili and this was so easy to make and so good, like im getting myself another bowl of it as im writting this, TOO GOOD
This is the BEST and EASIEST chili recipe I have ever tried! It was so easy to make, it doesn’t require any crazy ingredients, just simple, amazingly good chili!
In my pot, I substituted the cayenne pepper for about 5 or 6 drops of Tobacco habanero sauce. It came out delicious!
Delicious!!!!!! Found it just in the nick of time! Winter is at the doorstep here in the Southern hemisphere !!!!!
Unfortunately my chili tasted like there was much too much cumin…
Ummm so made this 4 times. It’s really good
It’s my go to chili recipe. It’s my 8 year old boy’s favorite meal. Just as good with ground turkey instead of ground beef.
I don’t measure when I make mine so I used your recipe to walk my daughter through it for her first time and she loves it! She added just a lil more pepper and cayenne! She’s a hot little pepper! First chili success! Thanks!
I prepared the chili today, had everything in my pantry except the kidney beans & tomato paste. I just added more diced tomatoes and used Bush pinto beans (canned) and the cayenne pepper. I’ve never added sugar to my chili. It was so so delicious. My husband asked me to save the recipe. Thanks
I made a no bean chili because I don’t like kidney beans. My husband said it came out Really , good just wish there was beans in it ,so tomorrow I’m going to buy a can of red kidney and put it in the chili just for him!
I enjoyed making this easy dish. It was very simple and easy to follow. Next time I will less Cumin than recommended since I do not lot like the taste of it. Overall this was my first time making chili and it was delicious especially the next day.
Loved it easy simple recipe everyone loved it!
Very nice, simple, and to the point, the way chili was meant to be. Of course, I tossed in a little of this* and that** along the way but didn’t wander too far from the proffered path. Many thanks, Amanda.
* smoky paprika, chipotle chili powder, a small can of hot green chilis
** 12 oz of lager beer instead of broth
Daniel
How does this recipe hold up in the crock pot? I need to make chili a few hours before it will be eaten. I thought I could cook on the stove then transfer it to a crock pot on “keep warm” for a few hours. I haven’t seen any comments where someone has put this recipe in the crock pot.
I cook this in the crock pot and it’s perfect for about 7 hours on low. Makes it real thick and the meat is tender
I prep the chili on the stovetop and transfer to my crock pot. Cook it for 5-6+ hours on low. Comes out great!
I like a little Spicy so added a pepper jalapeño pepper and green peppers. I used all the rest of your recipe it was great.
Delicious and easy
The best homemade Chili I ever made!! Ty for your recipe …it was fantastic!! 😘
Pretty good recipe, just wished they would tell me how long to soak the red kidney beans…
Very delicious. We didn’t have beef broth so I used veggie broth, but it still turned out yummy! I also added a can of chickpeas. I’ll be a bit more careful on the cayenne, but I added a bit of apple cider vinegar to balance the heat. Will make again!
Added a little more spice other than that really good recipe
Thank you! It turned out very easy to make and super tasty! My kids kept asking for seconds.
great chili, excellent flavor, Family said it was one of my best!
Absolutely love this recipe! It is now my go to when craving chili.
Great. Thank you sooo much.
I usually make a slow cooker chili, but had to be home all day, so tried this recipe in my le cruesett.
Added ortega chilis and a tablespoon of cider vinegar at the end. Topped with sharp cheddar. So good! And so quick ! I might sneak in some veggies like another reviewer suggested, to up the nutritional value. Will be making again!
My family said this was the best chili they ever had. I had always used those chili packets before. This is the only recipe I’ll ever use from now on.
I made this dish tonight, for the for time. My husband is a very picky eater, and he loved this dish. I added a couple of ingredients, and man it is DELICIOUS!!! Husband went back for a second bowl!!
I used ground turkey and chicken broth instead of beef . It turned out delicious
I made this tonight and it was booming with flavor! The entire family loved it. It will def be a family keeper. Great job!
I added a lil diced jalepenos a dollop of mustard a lil cream cheese like a couple tablespoons then my cocoa and Chipotle blend I use a lil bit of molasses as well it was the perfect spicy sweet chili substituted deer meat
I love how you made your own chili and it taste really good and I love chili
This was perfect!! I love that you can really taste the spices and adjust to your liking (heat/salt/etc). I made a few adjustments to stretch this dish for those on a budget… first, I prefer fresh garlic so I substituted the garlic powder for 3 fresh minced garlic cloves. I added additional veggies by chopping a red and a green pepper which I sautéed with the onion & garlic. Also used two cans of beans but one, I mashed to give the soup extra protein and a heartier consistency (also because my husband is not a huge fan of beans and I can sneak more in!). Lastly, I used a full 32oz carton of beef broth. Yields just a bit more chili for our lunches this week!! Delish!!
Perfectly traditional & tasty!
Made this recipe last night. My husband is a fan of chili and I had everything in the pantry for it. We really liked it and it was great the next day for lunch. I used canned pinto beans instead of kidney beans since it was what I had on hand, and added some minced garlic to the cooking onion. I also used the cayenne which made it pretty spicy, but we like spicy so it wasn’t a problem. We will definitely make this recipe again.
Yes this recipe was really good. Used good ground beef and left it in bigger chunks. We all really liked it. We were out of beans, so no beans in what I tasted.
This chili is so basic and yet so satisfying. I have made so many different recipes and this is such a classic recipe. I will not use another chili recipe again. I did share this recipe and made it for a large funeral luncheon. The comments from the attendees was that it was so comforting and just a classic thing to serve. They were so grateful.
Thank you for sharing this recipe.
This chili was delicious, but far too spicy for toddlers. I have 2 toddlers. My 23-month-old ate it but acted like it was bothering her. My 4-year-old wouldn’t touch it (but that was mostly because it didn’t “look good” to him). I didn’t use any cayenne, and even reduced the black pepper to just 3 pinches. I added 1 red bell pepper to the mix, and a can of corn.
Not sure why it was spicy – maybe chili powder is spicy in higher amounts? I’m stumped. But I sure liked it. Made me a little hot in the face. Mind you, we don’t do ANYthing hot most of the time because of our kids (and it can sometimes cause me digestive issues). So if you’re on here complaining it wasn’t spicy enough, you probably eat spicier food more regularly. Not sure if you realize this, but you can actually desensitize your taste buds to hot foods, to an extent.
Anyway, I thought it was amazing and would make it again but for my picky little jerks… er… I mean angels. Good recipe! Thanks.
This one of the best chili’s I’ve ever eaten. I did omit the added salt and thought it was perfect. For those more salt-sensitive, you could also use low sodium or sodium free beef broth in place of regular beef broth. The spice blend is perfect for my taste, but I admit that I do like my food spicy. This is the only chili recipe that I make again and again and actually look forward to the leftovers.
This dish was delicious and people kept coming back for more. Instead of 1 pound of meat and 1 can of beans I used 2 pounds of meat and 2 cans of beans. I kept everything else the same and it came out great.
Excellent! I used Rotel instead of plain diced tomatoes, diced up some yellow pepper, used sea salt, and used dark kidney, cannelloni, and light red kidney beans. Both adults and kids loved it. Thanks for the delicious recipe.
This is by far the best chili recipe I have tried. I am in my 60’s so you can imagine how many recipes I have tried. I don’t need to look anymore. I found the best recipe with THE WHOLESOME DISH. I just don’t add the sugar and instead of just diced tomatoes I use Rotel. Thank you wholesome dish for the best chili!
Hello! Have a quick question… 🙂
I’m making this for a film set of 24 people tomorrow. I’m wanting to make it ahead of time in the crockpot. Could I just make it in the crockpot and then place it in the fridge until needed? Then heat it up by putting it in the crockpot again tomorrow morning?
Looks delicious!!
in my opinion, it’s far too spice heavy. The texture and everything else is good, just don’t prefer this spice blend
So fast and easy to make and full of flavour
Loved it
I’ve made it several times now but I use turkey instead. The spices are great, they’re what I normally use. I add 4 tablespoons of butter for a little more fat (turkey) and I add more beans ( I just like them) but this is a great recipe. You can use the left overs for omelets, skillet meals, or backed potatoes. Thanks for sharing.
This has been my go to recipe since I found it. Quick and easy and GOOD. Not to hot but that’s an easy fix when serving. Most people don’t like it as hot as I do. Just right for the wimps.
First time I’ve ever made chili. I was asked to be one of five to make chili for our church mens fellowship meeting. I made the large batch 18 servings size. Since having never made chili before I made sure to follow the recipe as written and I must say it is a very delicious chili. It didn’t last 30 minutes before it was all gone. Everyone stated this was the best chili there. I’m now asked to make chili for our upcoming church senior lunch gathering. Thanks so much great chili simple to make. A Win Win!
Have been using this recipe for many months now both my roommate and I have enjoyed it immensely! The only things I’ve altered/added is fresh garlic and hot tomato sauce. Also, have used black beans instead of kidney a few times. Both are tasty. Thank you!
This is a great recipe. I did however change it a little bit. I put in Raos marinara sauce with some tomato paste instead of the tomato sauce and tomatoes. There’s something so natural about this marinara sauce and it is fantastic in every dish I make. I also put in a little bit of the chili pepper flakes instead of cayenne pepper. Of course I really upped the chili powder as well.
Too salty, absolutely no heat.
Read the reviews and figured with such a high rating, it would come out ok. Nope! It did not. I see people complaining about it being spicy but I think they’re confusing salty with heat. Should of used a 1/2tsp of salt not 1.5 tsp!!!?!?! Absolutely no heat whatsoever as well. Very bland.
I will not do this recipe again. Posting this knowing very well my review will be deleted.
Having no heat is not a flaw, so you shouldn’t make it sound like one. Some people, including myself don’t like or in my case can’t have hot spices in their food….. OR have children who won’t eat it if it bites them back.
I for one am so happy to see people post recipes intended for everyone.
If you want spice and heat…..add it…..or find another recipe that is spicy and hot.
Delicious! I added a can of pinto beans, chipotle chili powder and some diced nacho style (pickled) jalapeños. I thought the salt was going to be too much but it worked out perfectly.
The nice thing is, you can adjust the spice/salt/heat to suit every differing palate!!!
Peter, calm down. It’s not that serious, it’s a recipe. I’m writing this response because I read your review. You know, the one that hasn’t been deleted…
This is delicious. Easy. My new go to chili recipe! We love the depth of flavor. I did use Better than Bouillon chili base paste in,and omitted the salt, but otherwise used recipe as is.
My very favourite chili recipe. Thanks!!
Made for a Pot luck. Everyone enjoyed it, Little a left over. I rated it Great. Even some people wanted the reccipe. I used my own Canned beans & Tomato. Nice to have the basic on hand. I soaked the beans 12 hrs. rinsed canned set aside for times like this. Cost was light when you have canned your own stuff
This has been my go-to recipe for the last two years and, my family loves it. In fact I have a double batch simmering on my stove right now! We will have a bowl tonight and I’ll freeze the rest.
I used this recipe. Family loved it. I did add a bit of honey, not to taste but to off set the tomato.
Excellent recipe! It is now my go to on cold evenings.
I have made this recipe over 20x. From the first time I made it I knew this would be my go to chili recipe. Simply the best. Easy and delicious!!
Every time I make this my family says it’s the best chili they ever tasted. They keep telling me I need to enter a chili . Fantastic recipe.
I make this recipe just as it’s written and I love it. My family loves it. Wouldn’t change a thing. Thank you for sharing.
Wonderful and quick chili – in our all-time, record breaking snow year in Utah. Wanted a stay at home day with warm food. Easy stuff to find in pantry! My kiddo loved it, too (she can do spice, although, I didn’t find it too overwhelming in heat, anyhow). I halved the sugar upon reading reviews. Thank you for this gluten free chili recipe. I will make it again. 🙂
This really is the best chili ever. I didn’t add the broth, just everything else and it was perfect. Tastes like Wendy’s Chilli yum! Thanks for the recipe.
I’ve made this recipe many, many times in small batches and huge batches… always a winner! I’ve got a triple batch going right now. I recommend this recipe for it’s high flavor level with no one ingredient dominating the others. It’s got enough flavor to please adult palates but not too spicy for kids. Another plus? The short cooking time. I used to simmer chili in crock pots for many hours… even with triple batch, I will not simmer the chili (stove top, uncovered) for more than an hour. I’ve learned that all those hours of simmering sort of “kill” lively flavors.
I tried this recipe and I’m very pleased. Tweaked it a bit but I’m definitely keeping this recipe. I would show you pictures but everyone ate it quickly
I’m not really a chilli fan but this chilli man knock your momma socks off good we had it plain then I made french fries 😂😂😂 omg chilly cheese fries AMAZING !! 😍😍😍😍😍 Then baked potatoes yes y’all we ate it three days in a row I I made × 3 of the recipe I have a family of 4 omg 😱 good 👍
This is the best chili recipe I’ve ever made! It was a big hit with my family! I also added one clove of garlic, minced, in with the onion. And instead of mixing the tomato paste in with the spices, I added that at the end with the tomato sauce and other canned ingredients; that way I was able to prepare the spice mix ahead of time in a small bowl.
This is the first homemade chili I’ve ever made and it was DELICIOUS! The recipe was simple to follow and the ingredients were things that I naturally have in my cupboards. Thank you so much!
I made this recipe and my son said it was the best chili I’ve ever made!! I have to agree. The spices were spot on and I did add the cayenne, and it was just spicy enough! I will certainly keep this in my recipe file!! Enjoy
Great, very “classic” chili recipe, much like my mother’s southern rendition. The only difference between recipes is the addition of one can of corn and the beef broth which Mom never used and I didn’t have any on hand so I used vegetable broth instead. All in all it turned out really good much as I had expected. Oh, and another southern addition would be a warm and crispy hunk of cornbread on the side for dipping….😋
This is a nice chili recipe. We really enjoyed it.
I made this “The Best Classic Chili Recipe” on 3/30/2023 and it’s the best.
I read all the great reviews for this chili and was looking for a new recipe. This is one of the best chili recipes that I have tried and will be saving this for future lunches and dinners! Because I browned a larger amount of the ground beef, I added extra tomato sauce and an entire can of tomato paste. This turned out amazing!
Very easy to make and very tasty to eat! I do recommend.
Excellent. Perfect blend
for a perfect chili.
I just made this during a monster snow storm….over a foot dropped on us in 24 hours. So, I went to make chili and dang, no chili mix packets. So I had to search for a recipe with the actual spices listed to make it. I know. Ridiculous that I’ve never done that. But wow! This recipe. BEST chili I’ve ever had. I don’t love any kick, at all. So, I left out the cayenne and was just so happy. What a flavor punch. My husband felt the same way. As he was eating it, he said, “OK. We have to have this again. Like right now.” Then, while eating another whopping bowl of it, “Tell me everything that went into this. I love it!”
I didn’t use as much chili powder or cumin, added a can of black beans too, and it’s the perfect amount of filler in my opinion, I have 6 small kids so they don’t like spicy but the flavor is amazing
I can rate only as a base recipe because I changed a few key ingredients to make it vegetarian. I used a Not Beef Boullion Cube with 2 cups of water and Beyond Beef. I also added diced green pepper and reduced the sugar (based on the reviews), otherwise I followed all other ingredients. It’s still simmering, but I tasted it and I’m very happy with the result. It will go great over our baked potatoes tonight. Thank you!
I made this chili recipe for a chili contest I didn’t place top 3 out of 14. I thought it tasted delicious and so did my family.
You probably didn’t get any prizes because it didn’t burn their mouths. I learned at a young age that when cooling chili for contests, they want heat! They don’t understand that not everyone wants their food to bite them back. LOL
Very, very good chili!!!
Amazing chili!!
Made this tonight. Smells good, however, too much chili powder. How can I make this work with the leftovers. Can I put something in it to cut the chili powder? I would make it again but cut back on the dry spices.
Put cooked noodles in it, add cheese and sour cream for topping and a slice of cornbread.
I used the Rotel diced tomatoes with habanero peppers instead of plain diced tomatoes for fun😋 it was delicious. I also only used one tablespoon of sugar as any chili recipe I’ve ever used has been too sweet and one was definitely perfect. Waited to salt until nearing the end so I could taste, not sure how much I ended up using. Overall great recipe!
I would try another can of diced tomatoes, then simmer the chili on low heat for about ten minutes.
I always use this recipe when making chili. Very easy to make and the whole family loves it! Thank you!
The chili was delicious and my grandson loved it. This chili recipe is a keeper.
I think acid and fat should cut some heat! Try squeezing some limes in there or add some butter maybe? Sorry if it doesn’t work but that would be my first thing I would try 🙂
Use lemon juice to cut the spice flavor.
I’ve made this delicious chili several times, the only change I made was instead of garlic powder I use fresh garlic, I always have plenty around so I minced 2 but I’m sure the powder is just fine. I also omitted the sugar ( made once with the sugar and family didn’t care for it, too sweet) other than that perfect, simple, and the ingredients I always have handy in my pantry!
All I buy is the meat and some tortillas.
My husband never liked my chilli, until I tried this recipe. Now he loves my chilli!
I made the same changes… fresh garlic and no sugar. smells great, now just to wait for dinner.
It would have been a great recipe if you don’t add the sugar in until later after you taste it. The amount of sugar it calls for just makes it too sweet. Wait until you see what the heat level is and then add your sugar in. A whole pot got ruined and there wasn’t any saving it. Other than that, it was very simple and easy to make.
Way too sweet. Taste first before adding sugar
OMG! My first time EVER making chili and it’s the Bomb! Love, love , LOVE! this simple yet very flavorful recipe. I’ve looked for a recipe, on and off, all winter that didn’t require a entire day to cook. I like chili but not that much. I always eat others chili.
I made recipe as is with one exception. I used water instead of the broth because watching my sodium intake but I was generous with the spices! I love heat and flavor! Also didn’t use sugar this go around. Craving spicy chili even though there are times I like my chili a little sweet and spicy.
Thank you so much for sharing this recipe. I’m done looking. I found my chili recipe!
Thank you Amanda!
This chili is the best I’ve ever had!! I swapped ground beef for Impossible Ground “Beef” and it I swear it came out just as good. I highly recommend this recipe for anyone looking for the perfect balance of sweet and savory chili
Thank you for sharing. Best chili recipe ever
Sooooo good !!!
First time trying this recipe, my whole family loved it!
Easy and just the right amount of heat. I used the cayenne pepper. It’s a keeper.
I won a chili cookoff at work with this recipe by substituting Lee Kum Kee chili garlic sauce for cayenne pepper. Topped it with grated cheese, bacon bits and chopped scallion greens (for St Patricks Day). They loved it! Thank you for a great recipe!
Fabulous homemade chili. Very rare for me to comment, but here we are.. I struggled to find the perfect chili recipe for 30 years. Why is it so hard to find old fashioned recipes? Sooo, we ate the whole pot in one meal. And family told me that I didn’t make enough. So I will double in the future. My little tweaks are to add a little wine to taste after cooking tomato paste and spices. Then about a TBS of vinegar at the end of cooking. Balances flavors. Make sure that you like the taste of your brand chili powder and tomatoes first. Makes a huge difference. Add chili powder a little at a time, tasting as I go. I like juicy chili. Not dry or soupy. So I don’t use broth, cuts salt. I use water as needed. Leave out the sugar. Preferences is your best friend.
This is really good and is just like what Mom and then I used to make! Not sure why I started going fancy on the chili!!
I do however typically use real maple syrup in place of the sugar or half and half. Just cuts that acid a little bit.
Wonderful recipe…….tasted great😋…..I did lower the amount of sugar…..and I did use the cayenne. Thanks for the recipe❤️
It’s so good! Full of flavor (I didn’t add the cayenne) and excellent consistency. This was my first time making chili but I’m so glad I picked this recipe! I absolutely love it and will definitely be making it again! Thanks for sharing!
Excellent! I have to agree with a few others that it was a bit too sweet for my and my husband’s taste. Will probably leave out next time, but there WILL be a next time! He thought there was too much cumin, but I liked the flavor a lot. Used the cayenne and heat was just right. Thank you very much for sharing with us.
The chili was absolutely delicious. I’m glad I didn’t have any cayenne pepper. I used brown sugar.
Thanks for the great recipe.
Very good, but WAY too sweet. Too much sugar. Will make again, but adjust or omit the sugar.
My first time, came out great
I love it.
Yummy!😋😃
This is an awesome recipe, go easy on the cayenne pepper …
I’m renting a holiday home and supplies and utensils are limited. Having friends from home. Stay so I wanted something easy and not a lot of ingredients
This is PERFECT! I only used 1 1/2 Chile powder but I shall borrow the suggestion in the comments and put the hot sauce out just in case they would like it spicer
Very nice dish. Thankyou
So so good. I did have to make a couple of adjustments, I used actual garlic instead of garlic powder (3 cloves, I love garlic) and I did a bell pepper instead of beans. I also added 2 jalapeños!
I added the cayenne and after adding the recipe amount of spices I added more by heart feel haha
thumbs up!
This chili was quick, easy and delicious
Tried this recipe for 1st time making chili from scratch; not using a box or envelope. It was delicious. I should have doubled the recipe because it was all gone with my husband, son & I being the only persons eating. So simple to make.
I haven’t stopped making this recipe. Love it. I add mushrooms and corn kernels and reduce broth to 1 cup. Love it.
Love this recipe. Being from the southwest, I use two cans of Rotel and also add jalapeños. It’s a fast and easy recipe and delicious!
Excellent!!! Very easy to make a nd tastes wonderful!
This is such a great recipe! I did add a red bell pepper other than followed it exactly. Everyone loved it. Will double it next time for leftovers.
So good! I didn’t have tomato sauce but I had some spicy salsa so I halved the amount of chili powder and cumin and left out the cayenne pepper. Still had plenty of kick to it!
I love this recipe. It is the best chili recipe I have found
Love this recipe. And so easy
Definitely one of the best recipes I’ve tried but I would definitely put less of the chili powder
Good chili receipe
I just added 2 green peppers and some Tabasco sauce. I had over 2 lbs of beef so I made some adjustments on the liquids. Was very good. Served with garlic bread. Thank you!
I just won 2nd place out of 16 at a church chili cook off with this recipe! I added smoked paprika and chili lime seasoning.
Quick recipe, but most of all..delicious! Didn’t change a thing, and enjoyed by all.
My husband does most of the cooking in our house. After I made this chili he said I had to cook whenever we have chili. The chili was fantastic! My daughter and her boyfriend also loved it. Delicious!
I made this chili tonight. I used 1.5 lbs of ground beef (because that’s what I had) and I added 2 extra cans of beans. Those were the only changes I made to the recipe. I was surprised at how hot it came out. I love spicey and I love hot but this was almost inedible for me. I know it would be for anyone else I know. I am surprised I am the only one to say anything in the comments/reviews. Is it really supposed to be 2.5 tablespoons of chili powder and 2 tablespoons of cumin? Or should it read 2.5 teaspoons of chili powder and 2 teaspoons of cumin? Something was way off to cause it to have this much heat. Otherwise it tasted good but I had to add some cream cheese just to cut through some of the heat so I could eat it. I can’t imagine how hot it would be if I hadn’t added extra ground beef and beans.
Chili power shouldn’t add heat- nor does cumin. Maybe you used cayenne pepper instead of chili powder?
Excellent chili recipe. I had a 50/50 lean beef and venison hamburger that I used along with Penzey’s Chilli 3000 spice blend that has cumin with the chili powder for the recipe. I was able to use our diced garden bell peppers, tomato sauce and stewed tomatoes and it turned out excellent. I will definitely make it again. The addition of the 2 TBS of sugar with the 1 TBS of garlic powder add some nice flavor accents to it. I did however hold back on the recipe salt recommended because of family sodium restrictions. Great chili!!!
I have made this chili twice now. The second time I added cooked, small red beans to the kidney beans. I feel like this is teaditional from our California parents! It is our tradition now! My family at home is from 9 years old to 79 years old. Everyone loves it. Thank you.
So yummy and full of flavor! Simple enough my 4yo made most of it!
Hubby really liked it. It was too spicy for me, even without the cayenne. Next time I might use half as much chili powder.
Our family Absolutely love this recipe. I ALWAYS make a double batch The only thing I changed up is , instead of kidney beans I add one can of chili beans, one can of black beans and one 4 ounce can of diced green chilies. Otherwise the recipe is followed to the T. Makes going through winter that more desirable. 🤪
Absolutely delicious!
Delicious chili! I have made it 3-4 times now. I do not use tomatoe paste but use a little more tomatoe sauce than the recipe calls for. I cut the sugar down to about 1 tablespoon. I use 1 tsp.chopped organic garlic with about 1 tablespoon of garlic power. Top it with organic shredded sharp cheddar cheese and I have a meal that I can feast on that helps keep me warm during our historic California storms this winter.
Easy, delicious and economical for a crowd. I served over rice and offered cheese, tabasco and sour cream for toppings. Left overs reheat well.
Thank you for this Great recipe! It tastes delicious and it very quick and easy to make. It’s the only chili I make now and my family of 5 ( including 3 kids under 13) love it. I skip the cayenne, half the cumin and beans, add a red, yellow, or orange bell pepper and serve with noodles or crackers just for our preferences but it was perfect exactly as written.
This is probably the best chili recipe I have ever made! My family loves chili and I’m always looking for a good recipe and I finally found it! This chili is delicious! Make it!!
Amazing and so delicious. I had never made Chili in my life and my husband who loves Chili was so in love! Very yummy!
This chili was perfect! So delicious and perfectly seasoned.
This recipe is delicious!! Like I printed it out and added it to my recipe keeper to be made again & again delicious!!
Slight changes I made:
-Added a diced red pepper – added when cooking the onion
-Omitted the sugar
-Reduced chili powder to 1/2tsp
-Added a heaping tbsp of flour at the end to thicken.
Enjoy!!!
This is probably my 10th time making this chili. The seasoning so on point! It’s fantastic and if I could rate it higher than 5 stars I would. I now have to double the recipe because my husband loves it so much he wants more left overs.
Thanks so much for the top notch recipe!
I love this recipe! It is my go-to for chili night. It is very versatile and the whole family enjoys it. I like to pack it full of extra veggies (peppers, celery, carrots and a can of mixed for good measure) and find that a little less than 1/8 tsp of cayenne is perfect to satisfy everyone and both my 8 and 10-year old can tolerate that little bit of heat. I also use an extra 1/2 cup of beef broth. We finish it off with a top of cheddar cheese and some tortilla chips. No matter what I do to it, it always turns out great!
A little sweet for me I never had sweet chili before.! I will ad some HEAT!,!
Amazing !!! Definitely a keeper Thank you for sharing
My late wife was the chili maker. So this was the first chili made myself. VERY impressed and loved!!
this will be my go to recipe from now on. Thank you.
Love this recipe!! I did add a can of white beans and corn to the pot. Served with corn bread and cheddar cheese. Will definitely make again.
GREAT recipe, i did substitute Deer burger for hamburger i also added 2 more cans of dark red kidney beans, i like lots of beans !! its a keeper. i usually make my own chilli with a lil this N that but by the time i get it looking exactly how i want it i have to start putting stuff into a second pot, (then i have to add a lil more meat ect to fill 2nd pot up, it happens EVERYTIME ! Ive decided to find a good recipe and follow it so i dont end up with 2 whole pots and it worked perfectly !! delicious chilli, thank you for sharing..
Best Chili ever!!
Fantastic classic recipe! You nailed it! I nailed it making it! 😀
This was such an easy recipe, and it smells so good! I added green and red peppers, as well as corn, just to spice it up a bit.
So delic!! Thanks for sharing!
Just made this! It was very very good!
This completely ruined my chili it was too hot to even eat!!
I love this recipe.
I modified a National chili cook off winning recipe and have used it for years. Wifey wanted a simple, quick chili so I tried this one. No joke, it’s better than the one I usually make that takes way more time. This is my new standard. Added more paste and stock to get the consistency I like.
Our son made this recipe, compares well to my wife’s all day version.
I use frozen or canned garden tomatoes, so then I just add a Tbsp beef Better than Bullion and skip the broth.
this is the best Chili I have ever made ,and I’m pretty old,Ive made many pots! i used minced garlic and organic paste and canned tomotoes. honestly. this is fantastic .
I don’t usually leave comments, but this was a BIG hit in our household. My 2 year old decided that she “loves Chili.” Thanks for the quick and easy recipe!
My family just love this recipe. I used half the sugar as I’m not a big fan of sweet chili and it was perfect.
used this recipe to make chili for the first time and it was a hit !! I have made it like 5 more times and its still perfect ! <333
I made this recipe for our local homeless shelter as well as for my husband. It was the most delicious chili I have ever made. Just excellent.
Delicious! Definitely going to save this recipe!
This has been our favorite chili recipe since I discovered it almost 4 years ago. Guests always compliment it and go for seconds.
I like to use chili powder and cayenne, but skip the sugar because of food restrictions for some family members. Once, I didn’t have enough chili powder so I used some Hot Mexican Chili Powder and it was just as delicious! When I made it again the other night, I used half of that and half of the regular. Everybody loved it and said it was their favorite!
Hi Amanda, I am so glad to find you. Your chilli was a hit the whole family loved it. I can’t wait to explore. In your website to find other treasures.!
Excellent chili recipe! My family said this was the best chili ever. However, I did make the following changes – used two cans of kidney beans instead of 1, up the beef broth to 2 cups, and increased tomato paste to being 1 small can.
Really good! All 5 of my boys loved it! And when I find something everyone loves, that’s a BIG DEAL!!
I’ve always used Williams Chili Seasoning, but didn’t want to go to the store. I had everything for this recipe in my pantry, so tried it. It was delicious. Not going back to a premade mix!
This recipe is delicious. This will be my got to, from now on.
My family loves this recipe. We didn’t change a thing.
CHILI was very tasty. I will make this recipe again.
We have 3 boys under 8 and we all love it! Made 5 times already!
Outstanding!! Quick, simple and so good! Everyone raves about this chili.
Pretty much my recipe but I always add a grated carrot, so much better.
This is the best chili recipe I’ve ever made! It has a nice, rich flavor! Oh, I also added a little minced garlic but it probably didn’t need it.
I added about 1 1/2 tsp of worchteshire to it and a dash more of garlic and onion powder and cumin. Without my added it was still delicious as is!!!
This recipe is exactly as described…The Best Classic Chili! Like my mom used to make, but sorry mom, this one is actually even yummier. This is our new go-to chili recipe. Thank you!
Absolutely the best chili I have ever enjoyed. I will not order it, when out to dinner any more !!!
Best recipe I have tried. But I had to cut down on cumin for my hubby!
Sometimes I get two pots going at once: I follow the same steps in each, except in one pot, I exclude the meat and replace the beef broth with vegetable broth. Both are fantastic! I’ve made this recipe a dozen times, and it’s always the BEST chili recipe I’ve ever encountered! For my taste, I sometimes use less cumin so it has a flavor more similar to what I grew up with in the Midwest.
Delicious! For thirty years, I have made different chili recipes, looking for a permanent recipe that everyone in the family loves. This is it. The first time I try a recipe, I follow the recipe exactly. I have tried many, many chili recipes-with green peppers, with red wine vinegar, with chocolate. All those were good. This recipe was great, as is. Finally!! Writing it down in the family cookbook.
Great recipe, but just a bit too much cumin – but that’s my personal preference. Will make it again, but will cut the cumin in half.
Hi I did not have any cumin will that make a big difference in the taste of is there something I can substitute for it thank you
Great recipe! Easy to make and very tasty. I only added some garlic to the chopped onion, and less chili powder.
Subbed extra firm tofu for the beef & veggie broth instead of beef broth. 10 out of 10!!
This was soo delicious!! Very easy to follow. I did not add the cayenne because I don’t like spicy foods, but this chili had plenty of flavor without it. Will definitely make this again.
Very good. I made it for Super Bowl and everyone lovedy it! I will definitely make this again. Thanks
I really liked the flavor and ease of this dish. I was very nervous about adding a whole teaspoon of cayenne pepper, but I did. And it was perfect. I only used 2 1/2 TBS of sugar because I didn’t want it to be too sweet. But next time I will use the 3 TBS and make as written. Then the balance between the pepper and the sugar will be right on. This is the first recipe I’ve made from The Wholesome Dish and I will not doubt your ingredient measurements again! I will mention that the key to a very flavorful sauce is to make sure you drain the fat. I put the sauce into a fat separator measuring cup and then I don’t have to worry. Also, look for the very best short ribs you can find. If they are too fatty it will spoil the meal, in my opinion. Thank you and enjoy!
Truly best chili! Has a kick plus sweetness. Excellent balance of both flavors. Will be my go to chili for now on!
Best Chili ever. I love the taste of the spices.
Very tasty. I Added rotel tomatoes and green chillies.
I’ve made this multiple times. Fast, easy and delicious!
This is one of the best chili recipes I have ever tried. The ingredients are awesome, the consistency is perfect and it truly is a classic timeless chili
Very nice, not too spicy.
This is an excellent recipe! So tasty
Delicious, good flavor, will make again!
Everyone loved it!! It’s now my go-to chili.
This is the best Chili recipe ever! My husband and I love it I’m glad I made a big pot I just doubled all the ingredients. We like spicy food do I did add red pepper flakes, cayenne pepper and hot sauce and wow sooooo good I will be making this chili again.
This was the most delicious chili I’ve ever eaten. 10/10 recommend
I always love your recipes but this one was very disappointing. Too spicy.
I’m not a big chili fan , but my husband is. He would eat it daily, if he could. He thought that this was a perfect batch of chili!
I’m saving this recipe.
I have tried a lot of Chili Recipes, but this one is not only easy, it taste great. I added some red pepper flakes, we like it with a little more heat. GREAT!!
Absolutely brilliant recipe mince is difficult to get right.just the flavors the mince tends to
Come out with the strongest taste even though I always buy steak mince 👍
Excellent and truly classic tasting chili recipe! I only strayed from the recipe as written just a tiny bit. I browned the beef in a separate pan so that I could control the heat level and get it good and crusty brown, and drained it before adding to the onions. And I used great northern beans rather than kidney because I prefer the texture. But other than that I made it as written and it’s fast to make and tasted amazing.
Love your recipe. I now know it by heart. I use much more cayenne than you called for. We like the chili a bit Spicer. And cayenne adds flavor besides the heat.
First time ever making chili and everyone loved it.
I did this but doubled the recipe. I did 1 lb lean ground beef, 1 lb ground pork, 1 lb of chopped andouille sausage. Also added a can of drained corn. Turned out great!
This IS the best classic chili recipe and it is very forgiving. I’ve been looking for a recipe like this for years.
My son suggested we make chili on a cold afternoon after school. He found this recipe online. We doubled the recipe but only had 1 lb meat so added 2 cans (pinto and aduki) of beans. Then I was nervous to add so much chili and cumin seasoning and lessened both by 1 Tbsp. I also skipped the tomato paste and halved the salt to be easier on my stomach.
The result: our favorite Chili recipe.
Thank you Amanda Finks!!!
I have made numerous homemade chili recipes but this one has topped them all. I am from Texas and I can tell you that this recipe is definitely worth making!!!
This is our favorite! When we plan on making it we call it “bomb-ass chili night”. I love that this recipe makes it so easy to make it your own. I enjoy making it a sort of Tex style by adding 1/4th teaspoon chipotle powder, white corn, and a small can of those Ortega green chilis. We like it hot hot. So I also add a Serrano and jalapeño after all the seasonings. Instead of regular diced tomatoes, we use fire roasted garlic.
I’m not a huge chili fan, but my hubby loves it so I decided to try to make him some. This was so easy to make and tastes fantastic! Since I’m not a fan of spicy foods, the sugar gave it a subtle sweetness which toned down the spice and made it absolutely amazing… and actually made me a chili lover!! This recipe will definitely a keeper….
DO NOT ADD THE SUGAR
I’ve tried numerous recipes for an easy chili and this is the one I will always make! So good! I used the whole small can of tomato paste (skipped tomato sauce) and added an additional 1/2 c of beef broth. I also added a can of drained black beans. We love thick chili. Thank you so much.
NGL best chili recipe easy to make and already had all the ingredients at home
Delicious!!! And so easy to make! Keeping this recipe for sure.
I make this recipe all the time. The only thing I do differently is I add about 1 1/2 tsp cinnamon and about a tbsp. of peanut butter. My wife and I love the small amount of heat from the cinnamon and the peanut butter and a bit of a nutty flavor.
I love this recipe! I love how it uses full cans of most of the ingredients, and the taste is great!
Delicious 🤤. It’s -7 degrees here in Boston so I made this for my kiddos & Hubby for dinner today, we just added frito pie toppings. Thanks for this meal 🍽️.
If you like your chili on the sweeter side, this is for you. Kids will like it. A hint of spice.
Really good flavor and consistency.
Best ever. Easy to follow, GREAT flavor. Everyone enjoyed it
Excellent flavor.
Question – to double the recipe do I just double the ingredients?
Thank you.
So far best recipe for Chili I have made and will stick to this one for sure!!!
I forgot to put 5 stars!!
I just made this recipe!! It is delicious!!! So excited!! I just started cooking and baking everyday. I love doing it .. I am on a health kick trying to lose weight! I had no idea that you have to eat to lose weight until recently!! Now I eat little meals throughout the day! This is perfect for that! Yum!!!!!
Fabulous! Usually chili is an all afternoon event and I’ve found quicker recipes don’t pack the same punch but this was ridiculously delicious! I added the 1/4 tsp cayanne and ended up putting in 7 more oz of tomato sauce, 1 more tbsp of tomato paste, and an additional can of beans (mixed it up with black beans) to cut the spice and add more texture. Totally melds in a half hour and clean up was a breeze. Bravo!!!
Fun and easy recipe I found online ready to cook for the day with no hasle.
Very good chili. Just made it. Just the right amount of hot too. Tastes great with the corn bread too.
VERY GOOD. Better than the recipe that I had been using for over 30 years!
🔥🔥🔥🔥 absolutely fantastic recipe. I followed the directions precisely. Turn out perfect on first try! Family very happy! Yummy.
Fast and easy – all with ingredients most people have in their pantry. And versatile! As long as you use her base of spices and sauces, you can add many other things (green chiles, jalapeños, etc). I’m a pretty staunch “no sugar” in my tomato based sauces but it definitely works in this recipe. The only change I made was using 2 cans of beans (black and white northern as that’s what I had). Yummy – much better than McCormick or French’s chili seasoning pkgs. Thanks for the recipe – already saved.
One of the best chili recipes I’ve ever made. Back in the mid eighties, there was a bar/restaurant named Remey’s in Hilton Head. My husband and I loved their chili. This is the closest I’ve ever come to duplicating it. I think it is the cumin which is more than traditional recipes. Made it again tonight and so so good. Five stars from me and a big thank you for this recipe!
This is alot better with 2# of beef and 2 cans of beans
I love chili…really love chili. This is one of the best recipes that I have tried. I did decrease the sugar to 2 teaspoons…my husband would havenoticed more…and doubled the canned tomatoes bc I could not find any tomato sauce. But it was fantastic. Thank you!
This is the best chili I’ve ever made! Seriously so much flavor and kid approved as well!
The best homemade chili recipe and it’s so full of flavor!
Best chili recipe ever!!! Me and the kids love it and my 11 year old son who is very picky btw said that it’s the only chili I’m allowed to make now lol!
I followed the recipe exactly. It was so simple and so good!
This was an easy recipe to make. I followed it to a T as far as the ingredients go, and I found it a little salty, If you add a little bit more water that should take care of it and it’s really good. I made a double batch of this and it was gone and within 24 hours.
I love this recipe for making chili and I can understand how it gets 5 stars. I have printed it out and made it many times. What I love about it is that I do not use many pans and the spice mix is spot on! However, I have made a couple of tweaks that I want to share that work for me. In no way am I saying there is anything wrong with this delicious recipe!
1. I changed this to a crock pot recipe so I can have it cook all day long. I add the beans to the cock pot and add the mixture of all the other ingredients after it has been cooked. I can then cook it on low for 8 hours (I maybe stir it once an hour).
2. I added a can of garbanzo bean (drained), and a can of chili bean in chili sauce (whole can). (I like more beans.)
3. I got rid of adding the tomato sauce and just added a whole 6 oz can of tomato paste. (The small cans are much easier to find and store than tubes of tomato paste and it costs less. Also, I do not like having half used cans of tomato paste in my fridge.)
4. I will sometimes use ground turkey instead of ground beef and I do not stick steadfast to the 1 pound. (I will sometimes use a whole package of Costco ground turkey which is 1.7 lbs.). I have found that the spice mixture of this recipe compensates A LOT for the quality of meat as I even use a 1 lbs tube of frozen turkey meat from Aldi’s and the chili is still awesome.
Thank you SO much for this chili recipe. I really appreciate it!
If doubling the recipe, do you double the spices? Thank you
Wow! So much flavor! Followed your recipe just added 1/2 cup of corona beer! This recipe is easy and delicious it’s a keeper! Thank you!
Yummy!!! This was quick to throw together. It’s perfect for a cold day!!
Good basic recipe
The only chili I now make. My family loved it! I added an extra can of red beans as we like a lot of beans. So much flavor.
I tried your chili. I didn’t change a thing.. It was amazing👍.
Easy, simple and full of flavor
Will definitely be my go to chili,
I give you 5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Thank you for sharing.
Wow! This is the best chili I have ever made. Thank for a new go to recipe. The ingredients sounded perfect and although I usually make changes, I did not here and it is perfect! A hit with my man, as well.
Hello (fellow Hoosier),
Second time I’ve used this recipe. All said, the best and easiest chili recipe I’ve ever cooked. Thank you.
I add frozen corn for the simmer/at the end of recipe and a generous pat of unsalted butter (to take a little edge off the acidity of the tomato ingredients) and round out the taste with a subtle richness.
Very good !,,
Great chilli recipe! Delicious
I make this quite frequently and it’s really a hit in the neighborhood and with friends and relatives as they all want the recipe! I add an ingredient that really adds a lot of flavor. I browned up 12 Italian sweet sausage and slice them up and add them to the chili……try it. Unbelievable!
Tasty indeed. Working primarily with items on hand, I had no cayenne, but added red pepper flakes and a small can of whole kernel corn, and topped with shredded cheddar. Two thumbs up from everyone 👍 👌
Great Recipe. easy to make..thx
The chili recipe is GREAT!!! Most recipes are under seasoned, this one was perfect. I cut the beef broth and added a can of beer. Thanks for sharing your recipe
Sue Florida
Just made this and it’s the basic, delicious chili I was looking for on a 23 degree Vermont night. Quick, economical, easy and customizable for different tastes. I did not add the cayenne.
Loved it! Think i’ll cut back a bit on the sugar next time. Added a bell pepper. Forgot the tomato paste – doh! Didn’t miss it. Will make this again!!! And will definitely check out other Wholesome Dish recipes! Thanks!
This is my go-to chili recipe. I follow the recipe as is, minus the salt. My family loves it.
Love this recipe! It’s my go to for chili now.
I’ve made this twice so far. Boyfriend has said both times it is best chili he’s ever had. 🙂
Perfect!💫💫💫💫💫
Easy and great flavor. Not spicy(hot) so add something for heat if you like it that way
Great recipe, cooked this last night and believe it or not had a bowl to warm up this morning for breakfast and it was better than last nights.
Thank you for sharing this recipe.
I added 1 cup of beer, 1/4 tsp of chilli flakes and 1/4 tsp of paprika. It’s now a hit whenever anyone visits my house!!
Very flavorful! I made a double batch, and was short a 1 of the 2 cans of diced tomatoes, so I substituted about 8 oz of ketchup and a fresh 🍅. I may keep it that way, it os delicious.
This was the best Chile Bean’s I made in a long time and it was all done in thirty minute.
My husband and I agreed this was the best chili I had ever made! I did change one thing – I happened to have ingredients that were close, not exact; diced tomatoes “chili ready” and Bush “chili beans” (with sauce). I didn’t add the cayenne pepper because the tomatoes added extra spice. I left it out until we tried it and we thought it was perfect! If you have never made chili – this is the recipe to use. If you’ve made all kinds of varieties and want to get back to basic Sunday football chili – this is the one!
Made the chili recipe, added green pepper and celery it was very good. I would love the recipe for the chocolate chip cookies that are shown on the sign up page!
Ever since I tried this it has been my go to Chili recipe. My son used to say he didn’t like Chili, now he requests it often. It’s easy and the leftovers are great. It never goes to waste.
My go to recipe for chili! My family loves it!
TL,DR: Excellent chili recipe, flavorful and easy to make with staples you usually have on hand! Borderline too salty and slightly to sweet for my family’s taste as written, but still delicious.
Longer review: I’ve made this recipe 4 times now, the first 2 times I followed the recipe as written except for using a 15 oz can of tomato sauce, as I couldn’t find an 8 oz. (Still turns out nice and thick). We found the recipe wonderful, flavorful, and it comes together fast and easy, which is a huge plus. For our taste buds though, we found it to be a bit salty and slightly too sweet. The third time I made it, I decreased the salt from 1.5 to 1 teaspoon, and the sugar from 2 tablespoons to 1 tablespoon. Near perfection! The fourth time, I kept it at 1 tsp of salt and 1 TBSP of sugar, but also added 2 TBSP of worcestershire sauce. Bingo, we have perfection! The recipe didn’t feel like it was really “missing” anything, but the extra umami provided by the worcestershire gives it a little something extra that has you licking the bowl. I’ve pre-measured a few containers worth of the spice mix to keep on hand, because this has become a family favorite. We serve it with shredded cheddar cheese, and sometimes corn bread.
Very good…
The best chili I have ever made
Good, but personally I would have cut down on the sugar. It is too sweet for my liking.
Excellent flavors!
This is my first critique of a recipe, ever. That’s how good this recipe is!! It’s an all American chili recipe. Love the seasoning as is. As for the thickness, while a little loose first day (which I personally love), leftovers thicken up. Thanks for posting this recipe. I’m so glad I found it!!
Best chili I’ve made. Definitely my go to now!
This is hands down and by far the BEST homemade chili I’ve ever made. I only make a few slight modifications – I use ground bison instead of regular ground beef, I leave out the sugar and diced tomatoes (my youngest doesn’t care for them), add 2 cans chili beans, and replace the can tomato sauce with my homemade version! I usually double the recipe and it still doesn’t last long. Delish!!
Great chili just the right amount of spices for the entire family. I use a couple tablespoons of cornmeal or masa for a bit of corn flavor and to thicken the chili a bit. So good!
Best chili ever! But I only put 1/2 tsp. Of cumin & omit the sugar.
Best chili I ever had, I made it countless times now
I have spent a lot of time making different chili recipes with 30 ingredients or more– chiptole peppers, different tomato varieties, tons of herbs, roasted bell peppers, beer, wine, you name it.
THIS recipe, simple and tastes as good, but I think better than all those.
If you’re beef isnt 90% lean then drain the fat, then add in oil/onions etc
Very good and easy to follow instructions. Passed on the cayenne because I prefer savory not five alarm hot. Will definitely use this method again.
I use White Kidney Beans instead or Red. This Chilli gives less gas and really has a very pleasant taste. When my Mother was at the cottage and company stopped by for dinner, she would add fresh bean sprouts to stretch the Chilli for the meal.
Are you wondering…why is this the best chili recipe?!?!? I was scared with the amount of cumin so I held back and did half. Not only is this recipe easy, it’s extremely flavorful. I added a carrot and celery stalk. 10/10 would recommend. This was gone sooooo fast in our house. So easy to experiment with and change to your liking too! Very impressed. Excited to make it vegetarian and also try with turkey. Thank you for posting 🙂
Made this for the first time and it’s A-MA-ZING!!! Thank you so much for the recipe!!! I will be making this often!
Just made this chilli. Best ever!👍hard not to finish the whole pot it was so good.
Really good chili recipe that everyone loved!
Thank you!
Reminded me of my moms I live in the south but she was from the NE. PERFECT CONSISTENCY.
So basic but so good. We use ground turkey and beef bone broth. Delicious.
The Chile was delicious. My husband is chef in our family but I tried this recipe. He loved it and wanted to print recipe.
Made this recipe exactly by the directions, except I used the whole box of beef broth (1 1/2 cups more).Chili didn’t have much taste! What can I add?
Absolutely delicious! We doubled the recipe, used both ground beef and ground turkey, and I added one and a half amounts of the seasonings. I served it with shredded Mexican triple cheese, sour cream, a little cilantro and scallions and a side of cornbread! Awesome for a 47 degree day in SOFL!
I’m always on the lookout for a good basic chili recipe. I grew up having it weekly but my dad only used ground meat, kidney beans, chili pepper, hot pepper flakes and tomatoes. In the summer he would make the chili with fresh garden tomatoes and it was really good but kind of bland, the hot pepper flakes didn’t add a good flavor depth, it just made my nose run. Anyway, I doubled this recipe because I like to freeze soups. I didn’t have beef broth so I used water with better than bullion roasted beef base. I only had 1 can of kidney beans so black beans went in as the 2nd can. The tomato combination and beef base created a rich flavor, oh yea… this is a keeper. Next batch I’ll add some bell peppers because I really like them and cut the cumin and sugar in half, maybe add a pinch of oregano.. just my personal preference. Thanks for sharing.
Great recipe!
Modification: Added 1 teaspoon chipotle powder and 1 teaspoon onion powder since we only had a small onion.
Subtracted 1 tablespoon of sugar and 1/2 tablespoon chili powder.
We didn’t have tomato paste, but still came out delicious!
Delicious and so quick and easy!
I made this for my family and they said it was the best chili they’ve ever eaten. I did sub the kidney bean for charro beans though. My brother in law doesn’t like things to spicy and this was the perfect combination of spices. I’d been looking for a chili recipe that pleased everyone so thank you so much. It’s my go to recipe now.
I had to quadruple the recipe. It still wasn’t enough. It is that hood
Wow! I had never seen a chili recipe that calls for broth and was skeptical but curious…this is the BEST chili I have ever had! We made it twice in one week and now we double the recipe every time we make it. I wish everything I liked came out as amazing as this!
Excellent recipe I added Chipotle chili powder for kick.
The best chili I have ever had!! As a 47 year old man and a self proclaimed chili con·nois·seur I am the final word on chili. Period.. And this here is #1 by a country mile. For me to rank this above my mother’s homemade chili took every inch of my being. But I did. Sorry Mom God rest her soul 🙏 I believe she would agree with me in this particular case. I’ve been telling everyone that I tried a few things differently to attain such an amazing chili meanwhile I just followed this recipe to the T, and everyone absolutely loves it. Oh well I’ll sleep just as well every night knowing I told a small white lie. Anyways I want to personally thank you for sharing this Recipe. I’ll never change a thing 😁
Delicious!!
Love!! Next time we are going to double the recipe since it got gobbled up!!
Best chili recipe I have tried
Amazing, so delicious
Our favourite Chili Recipe! Used fresh garlic instead of powder, left out the sugar and the cayenne. Delicious, tasty and hot enough for us. A definite keeper thanks so much❤️
Amazing! Thank you so much, family loved it!
The best Tks
Very good, thank you, hubby had 2nd’s
Finally, a recipe that lives up to it’s name. This was really the BEST chili I have made , extremely flavorful, perfect texture. I will definitely be making again
Made this tonight. Quick to make and really flavorful. Every had two bowls. Excellent chili recipe.
This is near perfect for my taste anyway. Can’t remember how I came to find it here on the internet but am so happy I did.
It is the perfect base chili that cooks can add to or subtract from to find just what they like. Me I left it alone and made it just the way the recipe called for. It was great. Thanks for the recipe.
I never post comments, but this is my favorite classic chili recipe! I’ve tried more recipes that’s I can count and this one is IT!! It is on repeat at my house. Thank you for such a wonderful, easy recipe!
This is such a great chili recipe and super easy. It is one of my favorites to make.
Fantastic basic chili recipe that’s easy to tweek to your own liking. It was my first time making chili and it was delicious.
Some things I did differently were using canned chili beans (1 kidney and 1 black beans) with their sauce and left the tomato sauce out. I also added a finely chopped Carolina Reaper for a little extra kick.
I made this chilli and added canned mushrooms and pure beef smoked sausage cut into bite size pieces which came fully cooked so I added them in the last 10 minutes to heat them up, my family said it was delicious and a keeper. Excellent chilli thank you
All I can say is delicious! I prepared a pot of this amazing Chili on a rainy day paired it with a great movie my family snd I truly enjoyed. Thank you for the recipe.
Everytime I make this chili, people ask me for the recipe!! This is a super easy dish to make and so yummy!!
Nine eaters, all adults, gave this two thumbs up. I’ve been making chili “my way” for many years, but decided to give this recipe a try. Very, very glad I did. Great flavor, easy to make. Oh, I used ground turkey instead of ground beef and no one knew until I told them! Also left out the cayenne due to one guest’s aversion to hot spices. Otherwise followed recipe (doubled) exactly. Stop looking and know: This is the chili recipe you want.
Made a vegan version of this recipe and it was delicious.
Best chili recipe- I sautéed onions and beef in Ghee, but everything else as recipes states and my teenagers even commented on how delicious the flavor was.
First of all, it was delicious. I was reluctant to measure everything, because I usually eye ingredients. That’s because I’m Italian!! I have to say, I followed the recipe to a t. And all I can say is whomever made up this recipe, my hat off to you. It was very simple to make and not time consuming at all. I had all the ingredients in the house, so that made me happy. Thanks for posting this recipe.
This is a simple basic recipe. I followed it exactly and it was excellent!
very good, i recommend
My boyfriend & I made this tonight & were in heaven! The spicy level was spot on: just enough to not cross that threshold where you can’t taste anything else but the spice. Superb! Will make again & make twists using other ground proteins, goat cheese on top, etc. knowing it’ll always be awesome. Glad we found this recipe!
This was easy and delicious!
Perfect seasoning. My whole family loved it!
This is a great recipe for an inexperienced cook and widow like myself. I added just a little Jalapeño. It’s was very good. Thank You,
Scott
Easy and totally delish! Don’t skimp on spices!
This chili is absolutely delicious! It turned out very well and everyone loved it. For the most part I followed the recipe, but I changed a few things. I added another half a can of mixed beans instead of the 1 can of kidney beans. I also reduced the amount of sugar and cumin from 2 tbsp to 1 tbsp, because I didn’t think it needed as much of both. I also used the entire can of tomato paste instead of the 2 tbsp and it was amazing!
I did a thing. I added a small amount of chipotle In adobo AND “medium” fire-roasted green chili. I only added maybe a heaping tablespoon of the chipotle and the green chili was a very small can. Made it a bit to smoky but the spice was excellent. Should have scaled back a bit but I always go hard.
This chili recipe tastes great and is easy to make. I added the cayenne pepper
Hint: I also added 2 heaping tablespoons of minced garlic and 3 or 4 tablespoons of butter to my batch. (Secret flavor everyone wants to know what it is)
Tasted amazing!
This is my 4th year of cooking this during the winter. This chili is effortless AND amazing!!!🤌🏾 It never disappoints!!! Thanks for the recipe! 😋😋😋😋😋
The best chili recipe I have ever made. My family loved it!!
Thank you.
This came out fantastic!
I didn’t want the added sugar so I added a can of condensed tomato soup.
Less sugar, more tomatoey .
Delicious!
My family loved it. It was the best homemade chili I ever made.
Nice chilli
An excellent recipe! It’s a little soupier than other recipes I’ve used but I liked it that way. I used 1/2 the recommended amount of cayenne pepper and that was enough heat for us!
This is one of the few recipes I follow almost exactly as written. The only change I make is using stewed tomatoes instead of diced, which is more for the texture and doesn’t affect the flavor. This comes out perfect every time and freezes great.
Super easy and delicious. I substituted the diced tomatoes with hot Rotel…just the right amount of heat.
I made this today and doubled the beef and beans.
It is delicious!
Thank you!
This is a great chilli recipe. and I also left out the cayenne pepper, as I have a sedative stomach. It was still perfect
I made this chili tonight and I have to say it is the best chili we have ever had!!! I did not add the diced tomatoes because #1 I didn’t have any and #2 I don’t like tomato chunks. So I just added a bit more tomato sauce, about a cup and a half. I did add the cayenne pepper and it was not too hot at all. I will make this again for sure! Tomorrow we will have it for our chili dogs!!
I use this recipe every time I make chili. I add three cans of beans. Each can a different type of beans . I also cut up a green pepper and add it to the pot as well.
I have many Chili recipes and this one is the best. The only change I made was I used undrained Chili Beans instead of Kidney Beans. I like my Chili a little soupy and the the bean sauce adds great flavor
my family loves this recipe!!
I am on a no sodium diet . Do you have a chili recipe that has little or no salt.
great original chil recipe my use to make. no frills, just good food. I did add some green chilis. that’s it!!!
We have made this chili countless amount of times. The kids love it, and it’s a huge hit! Cannot recommend this recipe enough!
Bonus: leftovers are always amazing!
I subbed real maple syrup for the sugar as that’s what I use in my spaghetti sauce – it adds a depth of flavor without making the recipe too sweet. I cooked it down for about an hour. Otherwise made as directed, served with tortilla chips and salad and it was a hit in my house, thanks for a great and easy recipe!
I loved it…but it was slightly too sweet. Next time I will skip the sugar or use only a teaspoon
Excellent recipe!
I used 1/2 lb. ground beef, and a small lean steak shaved thin and cooked with the ground beef and onions.
This may be my go to Chili recipe now.
Terrific job on this recipe. It really is delicious. We made a double batch for New Year’s Eve and everyone raved about it. Thank you for sharing!
So delicious.
Excellent Chilli definitely would make it again
Loved the Best Classic Chili!
SOOOO good! Really great flavors and easy to make. I added red pepper flakes for a kick. Also doubled the amount of diced tomatoes and tomato paste. Will make again and again.
Quick, Easy & Delicious. Easy on the pocketbook, too. Perfect chili.
I had made this receipt and every time is has been a huge success! I do modify the spices to my liking specially the chili. Thank you
Everyone loved it! Tastier than my regular recipe. I will definitely fix again. Thank you!
Simple and perfect, followed every step came out amazing! Going to try leftover prime rib instead of ground beef… probably going to be terrible.
I have made this recipe several times and it is now my go-to chili recipe! Delicious!
I like this recipe! Very good.
I just made this chili tonight and have to say it’s delicious I made it for 12 servings so I can have leftovers the only thing I would say is if you don’t like a lot of spice I would encourage to cut it down a bit the chili powder and cumin and cayenne but other than that it’s awesome…….thanks.
The recipe calls for sugar! Do you omit while on the 40 day fast??
I’ve tried many chili recipes trying to duplicate Moms and this one is the closest. I added a can of fire roasted green chili peppers and besides the ground beef cut up small chunks of sirloin, browned them with the hamburger and simmered the pot for 45 minutes. This is the best chili EVER! Made my own tortilla’s and ate way to much, but it’s so good it’s worth it.
Spice it up at the table, So everyone gets what they like.
So delicious! I made it without onions and garlic powder – FODMAP style – and put in a table spoon of ground cloves instead of cayenne pepper. Also added an extra can of mixed beans, and skipped the tomato paste (didn’t have any!). It was delish!!!
It’s a family favorite. I always make it with ground venison and it suits it perfectly. I leave out the cayenne and sometimes add a bit of semi sweet chocolate or a beer……it doesn’t need modification at all!!! Thanks for sharing it!
Is it OK to use chili ready diced tomatoes
So good. I used sausage and ground Turkey instead of ground beef. Add corn
The best and easiest I’ve ever made. Get lots of compliments.
50 years old and never had a favorite chili recipe until now!
Every time I make this easy recipe I get rave reviews. Thank you for sharing!
This is the best chili recipe ever! I do 4 tbsp of sugar and add the cayenne which makes the perfect sweet and spicy. This is a go to. So glad I found this recipe.
I don’t ever leave reviews but this chili recipe is solid – coming from a Texican. Thank you!
I tripled this for a party and we ran out! Hands down the best chili I’ve ever made!
(Only change was I used chipotle instead of cayenne just because I don’t like cayenne.)
So yummy, the cayenne did add a nice kick at the end. Don’t add the cayenne for the kiddos unless you’re into cruel and unusual punishment.
I’ve made this recipe several times. The chilli is excellent and it’s so easy/quick to put together. We have a family of 5 and everyone loves it.
The best recipe ever & I have tried alot of them no more store bought chili packets
Super easy super delicious! My husband said that the spices were perfect!
I used this recipe tonight for a family gathering and received so many compliments! I did add the optional cayenne pepper which I think gave it a slight kick (but it was a good amount of spice- not too much and not too little). Would definitely use this recipe again!
Excellent recipe!! Made one as listed and another without ground beef…..vegetarian. Both came out great and everyone loved it. Thank you for sharing
Sitting here in TEXAS on Christmas Eve Eve with a low temp of 22 degrees (I’m a native Texan so, for me, it’s like I’m at the North Pole. LOL!) I made a big pot of this chili (have made it many times) and it is just the ticket. DELICIOUS and PERFECT every time!!! YUM!!
Good Flavour! I would make it again but would add less liquid or simmer longer to reduce the liquid. It was a bit soupy. Thank you for the recipe 🙂
Literally my favorite chili recipe ever! So easy to make and tastes amazing. I add a can of black beans to mine. This will not disappoint!
Made this it’s so delicious! I added brown sugar instead of white ugar
Yes! My husband, who is very picky, loved it!
I just cut back on the cumin because I’m not a fan of too much cumin ( I didn’t leave it out).
Great chili! I added some Andouille sausage for added flavor, but kept all other ingredients the same. Delicious!!
My family absolutely loved this chili so much so that my brother in law asked for the recipe so he could make it again the next day. It was super easy to make and I had all the ingredients on hand. Great flavor. It was a little spicy for the little one. It was cooled down for him w/some yogurt and cottage cheese and even he loved it.
Best chilli ever
My go to chili recipe!
A classic! I look up this recipe every winter, since I don’t have my mom’s recipe with me. I do add garbanzo beans (chickpeas), just like my momma does. In a bowl with some sour cream, cheddar cheese, and cornbread…YUM.
Family loved it!
Yummy. Followed recipe and was very happy with the results. I did add a little extra cumin and chili powder
I have many different Chili recipes but one is now top of list. The only change made was I used Chili Beans instead of Kidney Beans and didn’t drain the beans as I like the taste the sauce give the chili and I like my Chili more soupy than thick
Best Chili Recipe Ever!!!
I tweaked the recipe as well I added onion powder and paprika also used dark red kidney beans along with the red kidney beans I did two cups of beef broth and I didn’t have tomato sauce so I used tomato soup with a pinch of corn starch .. it was soo good with corn bread on a cold day
I added sweet potatoes, portobello mushrooms, zucchini, a tablespoon each of balsamic vinegar and cocoa. Rich and delicious!
This is a wonderful chili!! The spice blend is great. I added a few heaping tablespoons of Trader Joe’s Corn and Chili Tomato-less Salsa to kick it up a notch. Thank you for such a great versatile recipe!
Make this all the time and it’s the best!
This is easy and the best chili I have ever eaten!
It’s cold out side and I wanted some Chili, and this recipe is a five-star recipe, so I had to try it ,and didn’t take long at all and man it’s good !!! I added a couple of Jalapenos and that was the ticket..
The recipe is amazing I got raving reviews at a potluck. I do suggest however skipping the Cayenne pepper. I had to dilute it because of the spice. It sneaks up on you. To dilute it I used more paste and a little milk. You can use ketchup as well.
Very good loved it!
Next time I make it I will skip the sugar. It’s distractingly sweet to me, but everything else about it is great.
I cannot believe how delicious this spice blend was. I like to grind all my spices up together with a mortar & pestle before I add them just to see if the flavor is where I want it to be and I was AMAZED by this combo. Perfect perfect perfect. I subbed tomato soup for the tomato sauce, added a bay leaf, fish sauce, paprika & corn. Love this recipe thank you
No leftovers and so easy.
Easy, quick, and very good!
This is my go-to chili recipe, we love it! I will heat it up a bit by using hot Rotel for some of the diced tomatoes and I substitute pinto beans (personal taste)but your recipe is the best!! Thank you for sharing❤️
Made the chili recipe, and delicious, reminds me of my mom, I think she made it like once a week, very economical! I serve mine with grated cheddar cheese & a spoonful of sour cream and of course a big loaf of hard crust Italian bread, if you want a salad on the side!
This will be our go-to chili recipe from now on! This seasonings are on point. I added diced green pepper and pasta noodles. So yummy 🤩
Great recipe. I made a larger portion than usual this time and it’s on the thinner side. How do I thicken it up?
This is classic chili. Super delicious. Just the right spices. Everyone in my family loved it. I will definitely use this recipe the next time I make chili. Yummmmm
Fantastic chili!!!! My family LOVED it! I will make again for sure.
Excellent taste!
Super easy and very tasty! Great for cool nights or just when you need something quick!
The best chili ever. It seems to me, it’s hard to go wrong in making chili; so, I would sometimes ‘wing it’ which most people do. It seems like a lot of ingredients; but, you probably have most in the pantry. I add them one at the time when cooking ground beef and onions. Easy-peasy. So worth it!
Yum-MY! The past couple times I’ve made this it’s been great. I remembered this time to make the following modifications and it was even better: 1/2 tbsp of brown sugar instead of the 2 tbsp white, an extra tbsp of garlic, and two bay leaves.
I just put this in my crockpot for dinner tonight and it is phenomenal !! tastes so good
This Chili was wonderful. I used it for ‘walking tacos” a real hit with my son. I did not have cumin but did not want to go back to the store. It was lovely nonetheless. My son is having seconds! SmilewThank you for sharing.
Made tonight for first time. Actually my first time making chili and it was delicious
I haven’t made chili in quite some time and was looking for a flavorful recipe. This one right here is it! No need to buy the packet chilli seasoning with all the extra preservatives. I mixed my spices while the meat was cooking, sampled it and knew it was gonna be a hit. I made this last night with Italian chicken sausage, fire roasted tomatoes, red beans in chipotle peppers and served it over fries…. Chefs kiss
Delicious, this is a keeper!
Doubled the recipe. Husband loves it. Topped with shredded cheese and sour cream. Added some sweet corn and bell pepper. Best chili recipe!
Tasty and easy instructions. Since I mixed ground beef and ground chicken, I used vegetable broth for a more neutral liquid. I did 2 teaspoons of white pepper, 1 teaspoon of black pepper, and 1 teaspoon of cayenne pepper to give it a stronger kick.
Just tried it and it was delicious, thanks for the recipe 🥰🥰🥰
This recipe was awesome!! Great flavor
SOOOOOOO GOOD!
Made it for dinner on a rainy evening! Kids were not very eager to try it but after 1 taste they were hooked!
I am of Asian-Indian origin and used the India. Red chili powder, but 2 tbsp was waaay too much, especially for the kids, so will use 1/4 tbsp next time, but other than that, WHAT A FIND!
Where do I find your other recipes! 😍
Good!
Delicious & Simple to make! Made some corn bread and my family loved it!! Definitely a keeper! Thanks for sharing 😊
this is the second time I’ve made this recipe. My wife and I loved it! 5 stars!
This chili recipe is great,
Could taste all of the seasonings. I did drain the fat off of the hamburger before I added the ingredients and it turned out great. Everyone loved it. Looking forward to trying other recipes you have.
Best recipe! I have a big family so I double all of the ingredients, with the exception of the spices, and substitute the beef broth with stout beer. And it is amazing!
Excellent tasting Chili! Thanks for keeping it simple.
Our favorite chili recipe EVER!!!!
One of the best chili recipes I’ve had! We love it!
Made this tonight. Turned out great.
Great recipe!
Excellent chili! I’ve completely changed over to this recipe from my longtime favorite.
It’s good, but too much sugar! I used less than half and it was still too sweet. I should’ve listened to my intuition. I’ve never followed a recipe for chili and it’s always been really good. I wanted to try something new so I gave this a shot. It’s a great recipe, but just be warned that you might want to adjust the sugar to your liking.
This recipe was excellent!
I’ve been making this Chili for a couple of years now, and it is the best flavored and so easy to make. Thank you
Whole family wowed over this chili!! It’s a keeper not making anything else, thanks!
This is a delicious and easy to make chili! Time saving meal and my family loves it!
This IS the best chili I have ever made!
I tried this Chili recipe because my kids like chili. I’m not the biggest fan of it, but this recipe is sooo good! I think this may be the only chili I like!
Very very good! I added Tabasco
Delicious! Maybe a little less cumin. Loved that you listed double and triple quantities.
Delicious and has become a standard recipe in my kitchen! Thx so much 😋
I added( 1 link) of chopped andouille sausage- delish
Not the best at this, not the best at that…but overall an excellent and easy preparation of everyday chili.
Can’t miss with this. From now on my quick go-to chili recipe for a cold winter day.
Just made this recipe and added a whole diced jalapeno with about 1/2 its seeds while cooking the meat and onions and some smoked hot paprika to taste in combination with all the other spices. This is really good. A little kick but not hot. Definitely the best chili recipe I have found so far.
Great recipe! Easy and delicious.
I used your chili recipe and I gotta say that it was the absolute best chili I’ve ever had… My fiance and guest said the same…
Thank you for sharing this recipe… 🙂
Quick cheap an easy to make. Omg this was so easy to make and really delicious. My 9year old had never had chilli and now she loves chilli. We ate ours with saltine crackers and shredded cheese great Friday night meal for the family.
I’ve been cooking chili for 60 years, but I saw this recipe and decided to try it. I really think it’s the best I’ve had in years. I tweaked the chili and cumin a bit, but otherwise I followed it to a T. I would recommend it to anyone.
This was fabulous! I made it for a group of men on game night. One plans on having it for breakfast.
My only substitutions were fresh garlic instead of powdered. I also cut back on the salt. That’s a personal preference.
The best chili I ever made! Husband raved about it. Fly EAGLES fly!🤞🤞Will make it again for the Super Bowl🤗🤗🤗
You’ll never try another chili recipe again.
My husband said this is the best chili I’ve ever made. Next time I’ll leave out the cayenne pepper though. The only thing I did different was I substituted turkey broth for the beef broth. It’s what I had on hand.
This recipe made making my own chili approachable for me. Next time, I’ll use more garlic and less cumin. There is definitely going to be a next time!
Chilli was yummy. Vegetarian here, added carrots and bell peppers.
Its been pouring rain for 2 weeks. Time to cook something cozy and warm. Stumbled across this simple recipe and was blown away by the flavor. Comes together easily. I was out of kidney beans so substituted pinto, but still delicious. Was perfect with shredded cheese, sour cream toppings. Thanks! My first homemade chili!
This was the best chili recipe ever! I will definitely make it again. However I did reduce the chili powder. I only used 2 tablespoons and that was plenty.
It was very easy ! My family loved this chili
This was a hit. The family wants me to make another batch for tomorrow. We topped with sour cream and crushed Fritos (or cornbread) .
Best chili recipe I’ve ever make! Easy and delicious. My family loved it specially my kids, they’re asking me to make it again. Thank you!
So simple so good.
Last minute dinner! I came across this recipe, had all the ingredients and even added some jalapenos. It was great! Simple, quick and planning to make again.
This was the best chili I’ve ever made!!! I forgot tomato sauce, so I used the rest of the paste with the rest of the broth & it was delicious!!!
It truly is the best chili!
OMG!!! I tried this recipe over the weekend and it was soooo Gooood!!! This recipe did not disappoint. This will be my go to recipe from now on.
Easy, quick, & absolutely delicious. I make this all the time.
Delicious! I added two cans of kidney beans because we like more beans. I think you could use any type of bean. I also used half mild and half hot ground chili because that’s all I had and it came out perfect. I printed it off because I’m not going bother to make any other chili recipe.
Very consistent! We do add a little smoked paprika and garlic but Love the ease of this recipe! Always topped with cheese, an sour cream! Delicious
It was really flavorful. My family liked it as well. I doubled the recipe.
I’ve tried many different chili recipes, but this one SO good. The perfect blend of spices! This was just what our family needed on a chilly winter night! 😉
Very, very good! Pantry staples and easy instructions made this perfect!
Absolutely loved this chili. So good and very easy to make. The whole family loves it also. I used 2 hienz mixed chilli beans in a can. Came out perfect
So how much broth did you end up using? I forgot the tomato sauce too! 😂
Very good! Will make again!!
This is such a flavorful chili! Best recipe I have tried! Very good!
This turned out great!! We all loved it.
This is a very good chili recipe. I loved it.
I have made so many fancy chilis–Cincinnati Skyline, white, West Texas (no beans! yikes). This is the one my family likes best, by far! And so easy: adios, cinnamon and chocolate… I do sometimes sub out the kidney beans for black or small red, depending on what I have on hand. All works out great! Thanks
Great recipe thank you! My new go to!
Very flavorful. Will make this again. Thanks
Excellent (if a little hot for some!)
Added to my recipe file😀
Absolutely delicious!! I swapped the diced tomatoes for Rotel and used bacon grease I read of olive oil. Will definitely make this one again!
Loved it. Was delicious – we can’t wait to eat the left overs tomorrow! ( I also added a couple crushed cloves of garlic to it).
This is the BEST chili recipe that I have used. My family loved it and my son’s fiancé asked for the recipe.
I did consider saying it was a secret family recipe but I did the right thing and shared the recipe with her. 😊
My husband said it was the best chili he has ever had; and our son won 1st place several times, 2nd place, and people’s choice in chili cook-offs. Hats off to you on this recipe!!
The only change I am going to make is the amount of cumin, not my favorite taste!
Thanks for sharing.
I topped it off with taco-flavored cheese and sour cream.
Deb
Delicious. Best chili I’ve ever made.
We really like this recipe!! Easy and delicious!
I make this all the time. Love the base recipe and make variations frequently.
Love this recipe!! My personal tweek is to reduce sugar to 1 tablespoon and I use a heaping 1/4 teaspoon of Cayenne since I like it hot!! Awesome!!!
Very good tasting chili. Everyone that tried it really liked it. Will be my go to recipe.
This is a really good Chili! I only use 1 TBSP of Cumin, and it didn’t need anything spicy to have the perfect spice for this family!
Great recipe! I always make a double batch. Wouldn’t change a thing and so easy!
Some seriously good chili!
My go to chili. Always delicious!
Absolutely the best chile I have made. Made it twice now and tripled the recipe. Freezes good. It don’t last long. Only thing different is I halved the sugar and also added in some thin ribeye for additional meat and texture .
Awesome chili! Highly recommend this recipe!
One of the best chili recipes I’ve made… I used turkey ground meat and ground turkey sausage meat as a substitute to the 2lbs beef and chicken stock… everyone in my household thought it was very good!
Can you make this is the crockpot?
Great
I’ve used this recipe over 20 times because my family just loves this chili. I do not alter the recipe at all. Absolutely delicious with saltine crackers, cheddar cheese, and sour cream.
The best recipe I’ve every made. Made it for work a Chile contest and won 1st place.
Love all the ingredients. Wonderful receipe. Made it this morning & can’t wait to try it later.
I really liked this recipe. They best part for me was the combination of seasonings. I used ground chicken and chicken seasoning and it turned out to be one of my best chili’s yet.
Made earlier today .. having it for dinner tonight.. I didn’t have paste but I added extra diced tomatoes and sauces little chocolate and a cup of black coffee… fresh chopped garlic and extra cayenne pepper… it smells so good I had to try it and it is delicious!!! THANK YOU FOR SHARING YOUR RECIPE!!! It’s great alone but also a great starter to change up a little. You killed it girl!!!
I use 1.5 the spices roughly and add diced green chiles mild- use real garlic also- little bit of paprika and parsley- great chili- thanks for recipe! Made it many times for the family- perfect for chilly weather-
Best chili I’ve made so far! I added 1C each frozen spinach, corn, and bell pepper strips!
Best chili recipe I’ve tried yet. Brought me back to childhood growing up in Texas. I substituted ground turkey for 1/2 of the ground beef and no one can tell the difference. Used all high quality spices the first time (they come in glass containers) and it turned out better than the second batch I made with lower quality spices (cheap plastic containers). Really good recipe! Will be a staple from now on.
This was a great, straight forward chili recipe. We did double everything except the chili powder and sugar. For the chili powder, we used a tablespoon each of ancho and paseilla chili powders and a half tablespoon of chipotle chili powder. I’m the future, we will cut back the chipotle even more. It pushed by spice limit. Overall, great!
Don’t have beef broth can I use water instead
Delicious chili! I doubled the recipe, added green bell pepper with the onion, another 2 tbsp of tomato paste, and another cup of broth to finish the carton. It was the best I’ve ever made!
That sounds good but I have some questions. Did you thaw them first? Did you cook them with the onion and ground beef? Or did you toss them in as the chili was cooking? Sorry for all the questions, I’m not a very experienced cook.
Try yellow squash and zucchini! Great!
Delicious
Made the recipe just like it’s written with the Cayenne pepper and it was amazing! Best Chili I’ve ever had! Friends and family loved it!!
This is my family’s new favorite chili recipe! We sub crushed tomatoes for the diced tomatoes and it’s delicious!
Any hints for using the Crock-Pot with this recipe?
love this recipe! i always add bell and poblano peppers in it. along with ex beef chunks and garlic to the spice mix.
This chili is AMAZING! Tonight was my second time to make it and I doubled the recipe, thinking now I should have tripled for plenty of leftovers! So easy and delicious! Thank you, this will be my go to from now on.
Best and easy recipe. I use diced shredded carrot, instead of sugar for sweetness and saute it with red onion.
I never made chili before. I picked this recipie it looked easy enough. It is absolutely delicious. Tonight was my third time making it in a week. I brought it to a few family members now everyone wants me to keep making it. Thank you so much for the recipe.
Delicious recipe. Only thing different I did was doubled it so I could use a can of kidney beans and black beans. I love the combo of spices used. Served with French baguette and dollop of sour cream and cheese which the latter was not necessary.
So good, Quick and easy. ♥️
Would share a photo but I don’t have/use Instagram.
We are very pleased with the results of the chillies recipe come out really good 👍
Simple and delicious!
Good chilli. Straight forward and nothing exceptional. I put 5 cut slices of bacon in mine. Makes for great leftovers.
I made this recipe. I tweaked it a bit. I added chilli mix 2 tbsp and 1/2 bottle of tomato pasata. Brown sugar and hot sauce.
Best chili ever!
This is really great chili! I tripled the recipe for a large party and also doubled the ground beef (6lbs of beef) and everyone loved it!
This is so easy and tasty! Lots of flavor and just the right amount of heat. Has become a staple in our house.
Absolutely delicious! I only tweaked a little.I threw in a can of chili beans along with the red beans. Cayenne pepper to give a little extra spice. I ate 2 bowls
It was delicious! My husband loved it, too.
This is a very good receipt , and Chilil thanks all friends have asked me about it. and of course i’ve told them…
Holy Moly! This really IS the best chili recipe. I added one component: I rehydrated a few cascavel chili peppers & ran them through a food processor (I then strained them using the beef broth because the skin of the pepper didn’t break down in the processor). The peppers are low on the heat scale and add depth to the recipe without being overpowering at all. It’s a keeper for sure 🙂
Your recipe was so grand and left room to add and subtract certain amounts to suit my taste. Thank you so much
This is the ONLY chili recipe you will ever need! I made this again today with frozen fresh tomatoes from the summer. Recipe is spot on as written but forgiving if you wish to tweak it. The only things I did differently was half the sugar and added a splash of lime juice after it was done cooking. Really compliments the cumin flavor! Thank you for the truly best chili recipe I’ve ever found!
I made this a couple days ago for meal prep and it’s pretty yummy. Only thing I added was some dive garlic but did not deviate from the recipe. This is now my go to chili recipe.
I am a basic chili kind of person and even this is a basic chili there are layers of flavor that really kicked it up a notch on my favorites list. I used all suggested ingredients and it was not too hot for me. Thanks for sharing your recipe!
Loved it! Whole family did…perfect heat!! Definitely will be my go to recipe for chili.
This Chili Recipe is the Ultimate!!!
A Keeper!!! Recipe was easy to follow.
I made a double recipe and treated a couple Friends and myself.😋
ThankYou for Sharing!
Brilliant recipe. I use fresh diced green hot chili peppers (2pcs) instead of chili powder, fresh diced tomatoes (4-5pcs), add water instead of beef broth, and also add a can of corn. I used ground pork instead of beef and the result was astonishing!
Did you use the full 2 Tablespoons of cumin? Want to be sure this is suppose to be tablespoons and not teaspoons before I make it. Thanks for any advice.
Agreed. It is a bit heavy on the cumin (IMO).
Great recipe! I added some extra beans and forgot to add the sugar, but it was still great! If you’re wanting to avoid extra sugar, it’s just fine without it.
Hey Maggie, I’ve made this several times now and yes tablespoons of cumin, comes out great every time
Late response, but yes, tablespoons is correct. Perfect recipe.
Yes, tablespoons. Just made it and it was grear
This is a good recipe for chili. The family loved it and I will use this recipe for the next time we want some chili. Thanks for sharing the recipe and I will not be using chili mix packs no more.
Great recipe the best in my opinion I don’t eat any canned food unless it’s home canned I used dried small red beans and I diced up fresh tomatoes everything else I yellowed the receipt it takes about 4 hours to cook med high towards the end I turn it down it thickens up nicely when the beans are like them it’s done
I have used this recipe for the last 3 years for deer hunting in black powder season it is a hit with the guys it is definitely a top notch recipe I am making it tomorrow to head to the camp for another season
My all time go to Chili. You can’t beat this. I add one other secret ingredient 😉. Ever time you turn around my husband asks for more chili. When you get down to -6 degrees there is nothing like a bowl of this amazing chili with some hot cornbread. I am so blessed to have found this recipe.🙏🏻. Thank you for sharing. Love it❤️
It really is a good chili. I’ve followed several recipes that were all good, but the simplicity and great taste of this one makes it my goto chili recipe.
Very delicious chili recipe. Quick to make.
My sons loved it!
This recipe was easy to follow. For me, the sugar was too much, so I may try again but with only 1 tbs of sugar. Hopefully my husband will eat it so that it doesn’t go to waste.
I found this chili way too salty and liquidy. I would not make it again without modifications. And I used some products being low salt items.
Made this on the stove top amazing! Can it be done in an instant pot ?
So easy! Absolutely delicious!!!
I think it tastes too sweet. We doubled the batch 20 4 tablespoons of sugar. I don’t think the recipe needs any sugar. Great flavour with out.
Good chili. Very happy. Pot I had was too small because I tripled the recipe. Had to omit broth otherwise I would be making chili on the floor, still came out killer
I make with beyond beef and veggie stock, works out well.
This recipe is my first time making chili the recipe was quick and easy to follow. I used chicken broth instead of beef because it was what I had. I thought the cayenne was a bit too spicy so then I added more sugar which made it too sweet so then I sprinkled in a bit more salt and it all balanced out lol rookie mistakes. Served with sour cream, cheddar cheese, crackers or tortillas and crunchy fried jalapeño peppers. Everyone loved it! I will def make again albeit only add one tablespoon of sugar next time and 1/8 cayenne.
I made this chili for my family and it was phenomenal! This will be my go to from now on! We like a little bit more spice (even though I did use the ground cayenne) so next time I think I will add in a little tiny bit of freshly dried cayenne. But this recipe had soo much flavor! It’s worth a try!!!
I made this tonight and it’s phenomenal! I’ve tried many different chili recipes and haven’t fallen in love with any of them until now. So glad I stumbled across this recipe!
Easy recipe and it’s so good!!!
Just made this tonight, if not the best chili, then it’s definitely top 3. I added maybe just a bit more cayenne. Cheddar cheese, sour cream and green onion on top. Perfect.
This is the best chili recipe ever! My son ate the entire pot in one day!
Great recipe. Easy to do most items are staples in our house making it easy to pull together. I kept the cayenne as my men love spicy! Thanks for sharing. Definitely will keep this in my bag of tricks to whip up again.
This was so good and my whole family loved it. We ate it with corn chips and the only change we made was to put less cumin and less chili powder. It was so delicious and not too hard to make even though I’m only eleven! 🙂
I seriously use this recipe every time I make chili. My husband grew up on chili and this is by far his favorite too. Thank you for sharing!!
FANTASTIC! I used beef stock instead of beef broth. Not a bean fan in my chili so I skipped it.
Excellent recipe! Used kidney and pintos…and a combo of ground beef and Italian sausage…eyeballed it a bunch as I do but still, it was the best chili I’ve ever made! Thank you!
Great recipe! We doubled this recipe and it was really good. I would probably do a little less chili powder next time but otherwise great flavor.
My husband requested homemade chili (but I hadn’t made any in over ten years), then I found this recipe. After a quick trip to the grocery store, voila! The chili tasted good and the recipe was simple and thorough. Thanks!
Sooooooo delicious! I used the exact measurements for the seasonings as a foundation for flavor and then added additional seasoning for my taste preference.
It’s sooooooooo yummy! Solid recipe!
This chili is so good our family loves it
My husband husband is a very picky eater. He loved this recipe and so did I! I think this is the best chili ever!!! I added a little bit of cinnamon and only used 2 tablespoons of sugar and used garlic salt instead of garlic powder (just a pinch). This is a recipe we will make from now on!
I’ve been making this recipe with no changes for years now and its awesome every single time. My husband smothers his hot dogs in it, i eat it as is with some green onions and sour cream. Delicious!
Its very good.
Wasn’t fond of the sweet taste. I added vinegar to counteract that.
The ABSOLUTE MOST AMAZING chili recipe!! The only thing I didn’t add was the diced tomatoes and didn’t even need it. Will be remaking again and again.
I love this recipe! It’s the only one I use and my family also loves it.
I love this recipe 😋 my girls absolutely 💯 💓 💖 it
My new go to chili recipe. Simple and delicious. 2 of my 3 picky teens even liked it. The other wouldn’t even try it saying she didn’t like chili. Whatever. More for the rest of us! (I only had chili/pinto beans in the cupboard so that is what I used. Next time I will try the kidney beans.)
Perfect as written. My mix I used forever was discontinued and I’ve been searching for another recipe for chili for years. This is a keeper!
Thank you.
This is a very good chili! I just tweaked it a little by adding a 15oz can of tomato sauce instead of 8 oz and 2 cans pink beans instead of 1 can. I like a lot of beans. I’ve made many chili recipes through the years and this is my favorite! My husband liked it also. Served with shredded cheddar on top, yummy!
You’re right — it tastes just like Mom used to make and is delicious. My wife, who is New York Sicilian heritage, learned to cook in her grandmother’s kitchen. In 38 years of marriage she had never made chili. What an outstanding dish she made! Thanks from both of us.
My go to chili. I make some elbow macaroni with it for chili mac, excellent. Thank you for the recipe!
This recipe is perfect. I love the addition of sugar, and I also went a little heavy on the cayenne pepper. Topped it with cheese, sour cream and also diced avocado 😋 10/10 will probably always use this recipe!
I found this chili recipe a couple years ago and I’ve made it every couple months since then. It’s my absolute go-to and everyone I’ve ever served it to has asked for the recipe.
Love is this Chili !!!!
I tripled it so I am good for a while !!!
Outstanding!! I doubled recipe, added the Cayenne, and 20 Sheshitos and 3 medium Jalapeños. At the end, before serving I added 1/2 cup of real Vermont Maple Syrup. Don’t know how well Pancake Syrup would have been. Forgot to say earlier, I also added 1 lbs of sweet Italian sausage.
Yep- all the reviewers were right- this is the best chili recipe I have ever made! Made for a Friendsgiving gathering & everyone loved it! I made it the day before as someone suggested, added just a little cayenne & a can of garbanzo beans (just for the fun of it). Served with shredded cheese & sour cream. Delicious.
Does the sugar give it a sweet after taste of any kind?
It’s a good quick chili with basic ingredients and spices. I added a couple more herb and spice (Mexican chocolate, oregano and cinnamon) to personalize it and add to an already very good flavor base.
First time making the chili 🌶️ I was pleasantly surprised by the flavor was my family. I had never used beef broth in my chili so I was taken a back. It came out very tasty and my girlfriend wants me to make another pot. Well done who ever came up with the recipe. Five Star ⭐✨
Love the sugar addition❤️
Very easy, tasty for a cold day!! Made with some cornbread and rice and my family loved it!!
I made this according to the recipe and found that 2 tablespoons of sugar is just way too sweet for my taste.
Delicious nutritious recipe, so add as much heat as you like. I added red dried chilis and substituted sugar for a chopped carrot for sweetness.
I absolutely love this chili recipe! My 24-year-old grandson loved the chili and gave it a 10 out of 10 and I have to agree! I certainly will make this again but I think I’m going to have to double it because it went fast!
Omg, I just made this. It. Is. Life changing.
So delicious
Excellent recipe ! The taste brings me back to my childhood and the spices make it !!! Especially the sugar ! Thank you ! Using this recipe also for a meal train!
We really liked this recipe We didn’t change anything and it was a hit.
I don’t have sugar, can I use honey instead?
I have made this recipe many times and the only thing I have done different (wife asked for) is put in a teaspoon of cinnamon and a tablespoon of peanut butter. The rest is the original recipe. When I first made this it was phenomenal, of course.
Thanks for the recipe, it’s a big keeper in our house!!!
AMAZING🤤
Excellent for a quick chili recipe. We loved it. My family likes spicy so we used hot Rotel kept the Cheyenne and used a little less sugar. ❤️❤️Will make this again. Thanks for the recipe
Amazing! I omitted the onion so kids didnt complain and used chili ready beans and tomatoes. I also reduced the beef broth to one cup for a thicker consistency. This will be a staple in our rotation.
Too much spice- family did not like
Made it as stated in recipe-
4 TABLESPOONS of cumin and
5 TABLESPOONS of chili powder
And
3 TABLESPOONS of garlic powder??!!
Is this correct?
PLEASE RESPOND
Sounds like you doubled the spices. I actually cut the spices in half since I don’t like too spicy. I added 3 or 4 TB of sugar since I like mine a little sweeter. Also add 1 teaspoon of cocoa powder for richness—a secret my mom taught me.
SO tasty
Absolutely the classic Chili we ate growing up!! Insert a PBJ and I’m back in Grams kitchen!! Thank you!!
This is really good. Will cut back on the broth next time, came out a little watery tasting.
We’ve been craving chili and this didn’t disappoint! Recommend adding the cayenne pepper that is optional. It really elevated the flavor of the chili. Will make this again and again. 10 stars if I could. Thanks for a great recipe.
The best chili that I have ever made and delicious,thank you for this recipe.
Made this for a party with other chili recipes to taste and received lots of compliments.
This is fantastic! Made with Impossible ground beef, diced tomatoes/chilies and added some beer. Will definitely put on the rotation, so easy and good!
Great tasting chili and easy to make.
Great basic chili recipe. I never add sugar to my chili. The 1 1/2 cups of broth seemed like too much. I used just 1 cup and it was plenty. It was simple to make and delicious.
Seriously so delicious! A simple classic chili my whole family loved!!
Making this for at least the fifth time tonight, this is the BEST chili recipe.
Delicious, very easy recipe!!
My family and I loved this recipe!
Super easy recipe and has good flavor! By far the best chili recipe I’ve made
Great!!!!
Amazing recipe and soooo easy. I’ve gotten so many compliments. Everyone says it’s the best. I don’t usually have cayenne pepper so I leave it out. I usually double it and swap a can of tomatoes for diced tomatoes with green chilies (mild). Easy recipe to adjust to your own taste.
My husband and my family said it was the best chili they have tasted. I added an extra can of kidney beans and I used one less tablespoon of cumin and sugar because I had never used it before and I wanted to make sure we liked it but it turned out excellent. I also have never used a can of beef broth in my chili before but that added to it very well done
FIRST TME MAKING ITS DELICIOUS…MADE A LILSCRATCH CORNBREAD…OMG…🥰❤🥰
Great chili recipe with one exception. Way too much cumin in the recipe. It overpowers everything. Next time I will reduce cumin to 2 teaspoons and see if that helps.
I agree completely. Very good, but definitely next time will go easy on the cumin.
I’ve been using this recipe for at least the last four years, it’s truly the best recipe I’ve come across! So delicious!
I had a group of eight over and everybody raved about the chili. They said it was so good. It was very delicious. I’ve never put sugar in chili before. It brought the flavor of the spices out.
This was a hit!!! My family thought it was the best chili they have ever had! Definitely a keeper!
Awesome😋 👏🏽 I used 2cups of beef broth and 2 tablespoons of sugar when I taste the seasoning mix it was the perfect taste for me, so I didn’t add extra. My go to chili recipe!
Thanks! 😊
The best chili I have every made. Ingredients is on point. My whole family loves it when say sey chili for dinner
Thanks, loved it
I decided to make chili last night, but the recipe I usually use is too spicy for me right now, so I decided to find a new one that was more mild. The only modification I made was to add two large whole peeled carrots, which helped cut through the acid of the tomatoes. This recipe checks every box. Even our family in town from Minnesota loved it! My four year old ate two bowls, and I made it through the night without indigestion. This is our new go to chili recipe. Thank you!
Really tasty. Love the spice mix. Will be keeping this recipe!
Made this amazing recipe tonight, I love it! Next time I will leave out the cayenne pepper since I’m not a spicy kind of girl, but even with it it still was good!
Awesome chilli!!!!
I won’t tell my wife that my chili is better than hers.
This chili is delicious!!
The chilli was very tasty. I used left over tender roast instead of hamburger. Gotta keep stretching the dollar in simple, yummy ways
My family loves this recipe!
So good and I don’t add the sugar. I serve it over rice and top with cheddar cheese, sour cream and a splash of hot sauce!
Love the simplicity of this recipe, and it tastes incredible!!
A little too much beef broth. I’ll reduce the amount next time. Otherwise great!
Chili is amazing comes out great
I love this recipe. It’s quick and simple and it’s easy a great chili recipe to use as a base when experimenting.
Too sweet. Next time I will try 1 teaspoon. Thanks.
Great recipe, I do half the sugar though. I also exchange kidney beans for pinto beans.
I made this today because it was just me and I only had 1lb of meat. I substituted the tomato sauce with tomato purée. This worked perfect as it took some of the sweetness the other comments mentioned.
Absolutely love this recipe! I think it is the base for all perfect chili’s. I tinker with it by adding 6 different kinds of peppers, less beans, and more beef. Excellent for beginners like myself. I’be made twice within 5 days due to demand.
This is a great recipe. I’ve made it twice now. It’s delicious and easy to make. It’s now my go-to chili recipe. I left out the sugar this time to see if I miss it. It’s cooking now. Can’t wait to have some.
Best Chili recipe I have found yet!! I made this for the first time today and it was delicious!! I did throw in a chipotle in adobe sauce and it was perfect! just the right amount of kick to it.
This is such a good and easy recipe! I substitute the diced tomatoes for Rotella hot (we like spice in our household) and it’s amazing. I also upped the seasoning a bit, thanks so much for a great meal!
Excellent recipe!
Very tasty. I left out the sugar and added a tub of BBQ shredded pork to a double batch of the Chili. The BBQ pork replaces the sugar and adds some additional texture and flavor in addition to the ground beef. Lots of complements.
Turned out delicious! I added a couple of cloves of fresh minced garlic with the onions, a bit of paprika, and some onion powder just to jazz it up a bit, and all the picky eaters in my house loved it! For the really picky eaters, I would suggest leaving out the tomatoes or blending them up.
Good recipe
This is a winner. My go-to that I can customize easily. All the family love it.
I look at this recipe anytime I make chili as it reminds me of ingredients I may forget. I add a bit of corn to it it only brightens dish.
For a kiddo or person who won’t take heat:
Use small amount of brown sugar to theirs. Should pull out heat.
AMAZING FLAVOR, I ABSOLUTELY LOVED THIS CHILI THE BEST I HAVE HAD …THANKS FOR THE RECIPE
Absolutely Fantastic!!!!!
I followed the exact recipe plus used the optional cayenne pepper. I have to say it was the best chili I’ve ever made! This is for sure a keeper and will be my only chili recipe going forward! You have to try this recipe!!!!
Overall tasty but too sweet for me. I’d cut the sugar by half and add to taste.
Seriously the most tasty and easy chili to throw together! This is my go to recipe, and everyone who tries it LOVES it
Simple and easy recipe to follow. I replaced the beef with turkey and the canned beans with dry beans.
Just the best I have had. Like the addition of cumin very much. Thanks brilliant ones.
WOW! I made a lot of chili over the years but this is the best ever. Enjoy!
This is incredibly good and a favorite/weekly meal in my household- I halved the cumin, added a little more sugar, halved the cayenne, and added a can of green chilis. This with sweet cornbread makes the PERFECT fall/winter meal. I will forever make this recipe
Thanks for a qwik & yummy Chili recipe! I added all your listed ingredients plus a 7oz can of chipotles in adobo sauce thst was soon to expire.
It was so good! Thanksabunch!
How did that can change the flavor?
Super delicious! The chili seasoning is amazing. I did add jalapeno. I substituted Morningstar Incogmeato plant based ground and let me tell you this is my new chili recipe. Thank you for sharing.
Amazing great depth of flavour. We added Aurias hot chilli samba.
It really is the best Chili recipe! I have made quite a few different Chili recipes in my time and this is definitely THE best! Kudos to whomever came up with it!
Have made twice and the second time I entered Chili cook off at my church and tied for first place 🥇
Notes to self…My daughter doesn’t like tomato chunks so I blended up 4 fresh tomatoes. Also doubled the sugar. Used half the cumin. And added 1T. Dried onion powder. She loved it.
The best chili recipe! Received many compliments and people asking for the recipe! I did cut back on the cumin only because I’m not a fan.
Made this recipe, it was delicious, making it again this weekend.
Great recipe. I added a few ingredients and it’s delicious. I use half hot Italian sausage and half ground beef. I add a bell pepper and jalapeño with the onion and omit the cayenne. I add fresh garlic, but i don’t omit the garlic powder. It’s delicious every time. 😋
So I just made this for dinner tonight, i quadrupled the recipe cause we have a big group to feed and like left overs. It’s been quite the hit, my husband gave glowing reviews. We did not add cayenne. My husband probably would like it, but I didn’t have any. Thank you for sharing this great recipe!!
I loved the chili recipe. It went over well with my family!
I followed your recipe pretty close but realized I had no kidney beans but I did have some great northern beans. ( No one noticed). Where I deviated to add my own little flair was… I added ground chipotle pepper instead of cayenne. I love the flavor of chipotle so much. I use it often. And I figured this would be a great add. And it was. Very smoky and yummy. Everybody said so. Thank you
amazing chili great with the cayenne pepper !!
I’ve made this recipe once following the directions and it was amazing except I used tomato juice instead of beef broth. My family now has a favorite recipe and have requested I make it again tonight. Thank you for this awesome recipe.
How many ounces a serving for the 6 servings?
This is a great recipe! I made it a couple of weeks ago and my wife said it was the best chili I’ve ever made. I made it again yesterday and entered it into our neighborhood chili cookoff and took first place! It’s a winner for sure.
I needed a quick and easy last minute, hot and hearty Halloween meal and I found it. I used all the handy ingredients I had in my pantry aside from substituting in black beans. I did leave out the cayenne only because I don’t care for it. My chili-loving teen was impressed with the flavor and thickness and that I whipped it up in a hot minute. Served over rice, topped with cheddar and a dollop of sour cream it was delish!!
Just won my office chili cook off contest with this chili. Except I used half regular chili powder and half kashmir chili powder. Called it kashmir chili. Thanks for the help and have a great one.
Made it for a chili cook off at my church my pot was the only one empty at the end of the night
Best chili recipe. I made the recipe without any changes. It’s fast, delicious and everyone loves it. I serve it with grated cheddar cheese, sour cream, chopped fresh tomatoes, chopped white onion, and fresh chopped lettuce for the toppings.
Make a double batch. Even better the next day.
I’ve made this chili 4 times now and have followed the recipe as-is each time. This is definitely the perfect chili recipe!
I wanted to try a new recipe. I have a very good one but it uses McCormick seasoning packets. This is now my new chili recipe! The seasoning is on point and everyone loved it! Served with a jalapeño cheddar cornbread with honey butter and everyone loved it! Thank you!
Bedt Chili Ever! My family loved it. My boyfriend thought it was the best chili he ever had.
This chili was the all time best! My family loved it And another family member missed out on its goodness. Can’t wait to try it on nachos.
This recipe was great!! I adjusted a little to taste, but this guideline was on point.
Outstanding recipe. Way beyter than most restaurant chili. Great flavor. Easy to make. Thanks for sharing!
Waaaaay too much cumin! If you want a chili with a southwest flavor, then this is the recipe, but it is NOT traditional. Even if you wanted a southwestern flavor, this amount of cumin is overpowering.
Made this for the first time tonight for a Chili cookoff, I used ground turkey, added 3 T of paste to add more tomato flavor, and since I didn’t have kidney beans I used black beans. I won 2nd place!! This was delicious chili and I can’t wait to make it again!!
I don’t usually leave reviews for anything really, but I made this chili and my family loves it. I was skeptical of adding sugar but this chili is really amazing. I added a couple minced cloves of garlic with the onions at the beginning and yeah I just have to say thank you for sharing this recipe!!
Delicious!!! I cut the cayenne in half and it was perfect. We served it over cornbread and garnished with cheddar cheese, sour cream and green onions. It was excellent!
Freakin GOOD!!!! Thank you so much!! I cooked it according to the recipe 🧡🧡🧡
Excellent recipe that is easy to follow and tastes delicious!
My fiancé loved it.
Seriously the best chili ever! When I double the recipe I use 1lb of Turkey burger and 1lb of bison. It is so good!
This is my favorite chili recipe! It’s perfect! Thank you for sharing. 😊
Fabulous! Thank you!
Very tasty easy to make. Love it
Love this recipe! Just made it this morning but have it simmering in a crock pot. My house smells amazing!
Great, maybe less sugar.
Super easy and delicious! Personally, I like replacing the cayenne with chipotle powder now and then for a lighter spice and a smokier flavor. Thank you 😀
Tastes great! Easy to make!
Really good. Make it a few times a month
Made 3x the serving size of this and its by far the best and tastiest chili I’ve ever had. Served it with sour cream and mild/sharp cheddar cheese on top! I am not into super spicy, and still loved the cayenne in it for a little spice!
This was a really great recipe, even though I was missing some key ingredients. I’ll definitely be making it again with ALL of the ingredients! 10/10
Great recipe. Chilli turned out delicious. I left out cayenne pepper as well. It was just right for hubby and me. That’s again best chilli ever!
Wow!! Did I just say Wow? O meant to say Wow,Wow,Wow!!!!
By far the Best Easiest Chili recipe!! Thank you!
It is just like my mother made. Brings back memories of coming home from school for lunch to a delicious bowl of chili
Best chili I have ever made. Everyone loves it – and that’s a rare thing in my home!
Delish!!!
Best homemade chili ever.
This is my first time making any chili.
My family and friends loved the meal
My daughters fav!
This Chili was delicious! Will probably be they way I fix it from now on! Thank you!
My whole family loves this chili! Can you cook it in the crockpot?
I always used packaged chili seasoning. I have to watch my sodium so I used no salt beef stock I had in my fridge, no salt petite diced tomatoes and no salt tomato sauce. I had a can of light red kidney beans (I know now that there are no salt beans in the market) and half of the cumin. I did end up putting salt in but only a teaspoon and also some cayenne pepper to taste. This is by far the most delicious chili and will be used from now on. My disabled son loved it and gave me a thumbs. It was served with cornbread.
Can you use chicken broth instead of beef broth? Just getting ready to make this chill. I will let you know how I like it. Hope you can answer my question before I start.
I don’t even like chili. I make it so I can feed my family cornbread for dinner 😉 But this?! This is delicious! I am blown away! Making this again soon. Everyone in our family loved it, including the kiddos.
Made this Chili recipe, and it was delicious! I added jalapeños because my family likes it spicy, and we have no littles. So good!
Everyone in my household loves this recipe. Even the picky eaters that promised that would hate chili lol. This is something to save and pass on. Easy recipe to reach the young ones.
Ohmy GOD yummmmmm
Awesome recipe! My little picky eaters absolutely gobbled it up! Very easy to make and very flavorful!
Very Good and very easy. I have slaved for hours cooking chili from scratch and this recipe is as good if not better without all the work and wait.
Wow! This chili is absolutely amazing. I will make this again and again.
Excellent Brush Chili Recipe
No Hot Cayenne For Our Family.
This is my go to recipe and is pantry/freezer ready anytime! Good as is but I use fire roasted tomatoes and chipotle instead of cayenne
Really Delicious…sauce was nice and thick…I used black beans and 20 oz ground bison as they’re healthier. Also added a diced green bell pepper and minced garlic instead of powder. Then added the extra amount of spice and other ingredients accordingly but put 1/2 the amount of sugar. Omitted the cayenne and was still spicy enough. Love the prior suggestion of adding a dash of cinnamon…will have to try that next time. Delish!
Thank you Lynda! This was great. I used all ingredients except Cheyanne pepper. The combination of spices was terrific. My husband loves it. Even made chili dogs from leftovers.
Can you make this in a crockpot
I made this without Cayenne pepper and it was perfect!
Hum delicious with a few modifications! I used only a 1/2 tb sugar and 1tb everything but the elote seasoning from Trader Joe’s (it has both cumin and Chile pepper) . Everything else was the same. It was perfect!
I have made several different chili recipes in my 30 years of cooking and this is by far my favorite. I share it with everybody, Thank you so much for this delicious recipe!
This is my go to chili recipe. I’ve made this about 50 times only leaving out the salt and pepper. My family loves it. I serve it with saltine crackers, sliced cheese, and sour cream.
By far the best chili recipe yet! Thank you for sharing!
Easy and amazing chili. I modified it a little bit and used rotel tomatoes with green chilies. Also added a can of black beans and doubled tomato sauce. Served with honey butter corn bread. Great for a chilly rainy evening.
Followed the recipe to a T except for the amount of cumin I put into it, I put 1 tablespoon because I’m not. big cumin fan. This is my first time cooking Chili ever and I have to say it came out darn good.
This was so easy and probably the best chili I have ever made! A combination of spicey with a hint of sweet. I did not have garlic powder, so used chopped garlic. Delicious 🥰
If you want to blow your guests or family away, I recommend these “secret sauce” additions. Fish sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and substitute Vegeta for salt. Trust me.
great
Easy and delicious
Great recipe!
Too much cumin for our family. Other than that, it was good!
I love chili but always thought it would be too difficult to make (or take too long). I found this recipe a few days ago and couldn’t wait to tey it… And wow! Amazing!
I made is as directed, let it simmer a few mins longer, and served it with tortilla strips, cheese, and crusty bread. I’m obsessed!
I made this Best Chili since we had a cold spell. It was absolutely delicious. Thank you and so easy!!!
This recipe was very easy to follow and the chili turned out perfect! It was delicious!
This recipe so mf good! Dont mean to curse but good god almighty! 🤣
I just made this recipe and it was DELICIOUS!! Just the right combination of everything. I couldn’t find sugar, so used honey. Used beef bouillion plus water for the broth. Otherwise I think I was quite faithful to the recipe and will make it again. (I’ve had many chilis over DECADES and do feel this is one of the best, if not the best).
This is perfect!! 😋
It’s so easy and is delicious!
Just made it, can’t wait till dinner
This chili was delicious! I made a few slight changes- added a little less cumin, a little more cayenne, and a can of black beans. Loved it!!
My guys liked my chili before, but now they LOVE it! I’ve used this recipe three times now, minus the cayenne pepper. We top it with cheese, sour cream, fritos, and green onions. Yummy! A DEFINITE KEEPER!
Best chili recipe every!!! My wife and kids love it. I’ve made it about five times already, it’s great every time. Thank you for the recipe!!!
DELICIOUS!! Been making chili for 30 years usually just wing it. This is the best recipe EVER!!
So I love slow cooker style! So I cooked the meat and onion and I used ground turkey instead of beef, then added it all to slow cooker on low for 5 hours. I also added an extra tbsp of tomato paste and 1 -15oz can of black beans.
Amazing!!! Tasted so good! Topped it off with cheese, sour cream, green onion, sriracha, and corn bread!
Very good chilli. Excellent recipe!
Great recipe yummy
I’m a southern cook from Tennessee for over 30 years . Discovered this recipe and the Wholesome dish’s for meatloaf also . I give both 5 stars !!! Excellent flavor. Thanks Wholesome Dish for sharing these wonderful recipes !! Much 💘 from Tennessee !!
I’ve made literally hundreds of pots of chili in dozens of variations throughout the six decades of my life, and while I liked all of them, THIS one takes the cake. I’ve never quite nailed the perfect balance of spice, rich, and slightly sweet like this one does. I’m vegetarian, so I swapped the beef for vegan “ground beef” and couldn’t tell the difference.
A bowl of this hearty goodness over rice is perfect for the chilly nights we’re already having in upstate New York. Thank you!!
Made this tonight for dinner & it was so good. I didn’t add cumin because I didn’t have any or money to buy & it was still so good. I added macaroni so added 2 extra cups of broth. Definitely making this again & again & again 😋
Great recipe. I ‘mostly followed’ your recipe and substituted an 1/8 th teaspoon of homemade pepper powder rather than cayenne. Perfect for me.
Hi!
I know Zionsville! My grandparents had the lake across from Loves Truck stop off of the service road next to 65. We called it Idle Hour Lake. Leave the driveway, take a left and Marsh’s was the grocery store. Crazy, isnt it? 🙂 Anyway, your chili was a hit! We like things a little spicy, so I have to say I threw in some smoked Chipolte, and I always add a little black coffee to dishes like this; about 1/4 cup or so. It adds a depth of flavor that we enjoy, as it compliments the beef stock. Thank you for posting, and letting me go back home for a moment.
Great basic old school chili recipe like my mom made. I made this and it’s great as is! Other have mentioned a tiny amount of cinnamon is good. Consider adding a teaspoon on red vinegar and don’t make fun of me 2 tablespoons grape jelly.
Thanks for this recipe
Very good, kept the cayenne.
Calling from Toledo, Ohio.
This recipe really is incredible. I’ve been making it for years now and I don’t change anything at all (I don’t do the optional cayenne because I have small children). It’s one of very few dishes that everyone in my house agrees on!
I made a double batch tonight along with air fried hot dogs, homemade coleslaw, grilled buns, cheese and ritz crackers. Absolutely delicious and an amazingly easy meal after work for my family ❤ it’s a keeper!!!
This recipe reminds me of my Mom’s chili. So comforting. I make it every fall and winter. Thank you 😊
I made this last weekend. Only change was added 1 chopped red bell pepper, Was great chile. Making it again next weekend.
I’ve made this chili recipe twice and it gets better ever time. The recipe is delicious and is great, and plenty enjoyable in these cold Ohio Fall/ Winter months. Thank you for sharing the recipe 😀.
This recipe was waaaayy off on the spices!!!! I used only half of what was called for and my throats was burning 🔥. Think think they meant teaspoon not tablespoon. Very disappointed ☹️
AMAZING! I made this for my family and made the mistake of saying, “this chili is perfect” in front of my wife who responded,” better than mine?”
I responded, “actually, yes”. So you know it has to be good.
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This chili was delicious! I’m saving it to add to my rotation during the colder weather. I omitted the cayenne pepper to keep it mild for my little ones. We all loved it!
This is my favorite chili recipe! I use fire roasted crushed tomatoes in place of diced, and a little more cayenne.
I can’t believe how good this chili was. Delicious!
Very good but….be careful with cayenne pepper. Too much even for me. Added an additional can of tomatoes to tame it and served with sour cream. Will make again without cayenne! 🥵
Thank you so much for this recipe! Much better than some others I’ve had. Your’s is TOPS!!!
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This is the best delicious chili that my son shared with me.
My first time ever making chili. It needs more kick to it. I did cut back on the garlic. I did not use cayenne. I will try it again. Thanks for the receipt
Absolutely delicious. This will be my go to chili recipe going forward. Thank you so much.
So good and so easy to make!!! Going to have to make a bigger batch
Great chili. This my go-to recipe
Just made this for dinner and it was delicious! I’m vegan so I subbed impossible ground. Seasoning is perfect. This is a definite keeper.
This was the best chili recipe I have ever made!! I will keep this forever!!!!
I didn’t have beef stock, so substituted with chicken broth. Used pinto beans bc that’s what I had in the pantry. It was delicious 😋 Good job on this perfect chili recipe!
This was literally the most incredible chili that I’ve ever had!!!! It was the perfect amount of sweet and spicy. And so so easy. And the hubs loved it. UGH SOOOO good cant wait to make it again soon.
AWESOME! Tastes Amazing! Thankyou
Great recipe for Chili! Next time I will double this. Wasn’t enough for my family of 3. It was a hit with cornbread!
OH MY!! This is SOOO good! I cut back on the chili powder. Used water instead of broth and tomato puree instead of diced tomatoes (just eyeball for consistency) and HOLY MOTHER OF PEARL! Oh this is so good!! Definitely making again!
This is a great recipe. So so tasty. Thanks for sharing.
Great flavor! Very easy to prepare, I’m bookmarking this recipe to continue to use in the future for sure!
I lost count how many times I’ve made this. I just double the recipe each time I make it now. It’s just me and hubs, but it’s even better as leftovers and lunches!
This is hands down the most delicious chili I have ever had! I am in love! 😋🤤
Perfect! I added kielbasa and celery cause I had it! Very good!
OMG! THIS HAS GOT TO BE THE VERY BEST CHILI I HAVE EVER HAD!! I added too much cayenne pepper, but it is not too hot! I love this recipe! I had no tomato sauce or paste so I used ketchup and an extra can of diced tomatoes with green chili. I must share this recipe!! Thank you so much!
I made this chili last night as I was craving it with these cold fall nights! I usually use my crock pot but didn’t put it in in time, so I was looking for a new recipe. this was easy, quick, and delicious on the stovetop! All of the flavors and measurements of each really complimented each other.
Thank you for a fantastic chili recipe! I’ve tried WAY too many chili recipes that were nothing more than bean and vegetable soup with some chili powder, and realized I was just done with any chili recipe that asked me to start by chopping mounds of celery and carrots. I needed this one!
We made a few small changes – added a can of black beans (we like our chili with a lot of beans) and a handful of red lentils, used smoked paprika instead of cayenne, and also a heaping spoonful of Korean gochujang paste with the tomato paste, because it adds a kick and serious depth of flavor. Oh, and a can of drained sweetcorn, which really look it over the top to a solid 10 for me.
We will come back to this again and again.
This recipe was very good. I don’t have much of a sweet tooth, so that little bit of sugar in the recipe made this a little too (weirdly) sweet for me, even with the cayenne. There’s not a lot of heat to this recipe, so next time I make it I’ll probably omit the sugar and add some diced jalapeños.
This was dinner tonight. I followed the recipe but added chopped green bell peppers and couldn’t add as much spice. This so far is my favorite chili recipe! My oh so picky preteen enjoyed it and so did I!
So good!! (I excluded the sugar)
So yummy!!
If I could, I’d throw both of my shoes at you (it’s a compliment)!!! Not only is this the quickest recipe I’ve made, the flavor was wayyy better than some of my 3 hour long recipes. I’m absolutely hooked! Thank you!
I made this Chili recently for my daughters and I and it was a hit! I used black beans and pinto beans. Will definitely make again!
This is my go to for Chile recipe for my family. Everybody is happy when I serve it up, which is a rare event.
So I thank you.
I cut the sugar in half, added a half teaspoon of cinnamon and used 1 teaspoon of red pepper flakes vs the cayenne. I’m also pescatarian so I used Impossible meat instead of beef + an extra can of beans. SOOO GOOD!! Thank you for this recipe. Perfect for the fall!
Very good! Made some minor tweaks, but essentially followed the recipe, and no complaints.
Ooo we like spicy this is so easy to make time to put on that winter coat this is the chili to help delicious making some corn bread to go along side yummy
This is definitely a delicious chili. I definitely changed things up a tiny bit after trying it once and deciding it for sure needs a fattier meat (at least to win a chili cook off!) So I used 80/20 and also did green peppers and fresh garlic with the onions. I also used chili beans instead of plain beans. So much flavor!
Son, doesn’t like diced tomatoes can I substitute for tomato sauce instead ?
Made this yesterday and let it cook on low in slow cooker. It was perfect. Used chipotle ground pepper. Just right amount of heat and flavor.
Yep, I tried it. My husband loved it. I’ve been looking for a recipe that I didn’t have to buy a pack of seasoning to season it. This is it. This one want be deleted
I added grated carrots and bell peppers to stretch it a little bit it is so good.
This has been by far the best chili recipe I have come across!
We have been making your chili for YEARS! It’s seriously sooo good. Although I do double the meat and add a green, red and yellow or orange bell pepper to the mix. Thank you for sharing your wonderful recipe!
I had to leave a review because I just noticed you live in Zionsville & I do as well! Such a small world
Pretty good chili, just sweet.
I followed the recipe as it was, and found it far too sweet. I ended up having to add a good amount of cayenne and tabasco to cut the sweetness. Next time, will not be adding sugar at all.
This is a great and easy chili recipe! I highly recommend it.
10/10 stars, delicious! Perfect heat, I added in pepperoni’s and topped with pickled jalapenos, sour cream and sharp cheddar, this recipe exceeded expectations, will def be using everytime I make chili now!
This is absolutely delicious, my family agrees!
Just made this… WOW!! So simple and easy to follow and I love the option to double or triple the recipe and not have to calculate it all over again. I also omitted the chunky tomatoes and subbed for more beans!
Excellent recipe – I doubled it to feed a family of 12 and it worked out perfectly. Some went back for seconds!
I don’t like chili-never make it. But, my husband does so I decided to make it and found this recipe. It was absolutely delicious. I did a few alterations to the recipe by using diced tomatoes with habaneros and the cayenne and yes it was hot so I served it over rice with cornbread. I still can’t believe how great it was!!! Thanks for the recipe- I will make again and again.
This chili is delicious – rich, spicy, and flavorful. My husband is a tough critic and he thoroughly enjoyed it. I can’t wait to make this again and will add it to the rotation.
LOVE LOVE LOVE this recipe!!! Super easy & quick to make. So delicious!!! Love spicy food, Added the cayenne pepper & it’s not too spicy it’s just right!! Second time making it & the fam loved it as well. Will definitely be making again.
Very good! I doubled this and used finely diced stew meat for 1lb instead of all ground beef. Only other changes that I made were to cut down a little on sugar and salt, added a diced jalapeño, some fresh roasted Hatch NM green chile and a half cup of dark beer along with the cayenne. Perfect with a piece of corn bread or on chili dogs!
This is the best chili ever!! I have made so many recipes before and they just weren’t good but this is the best❣️
The family loved it. It is just like my mom used to make. I have tried many chili recipes; this is the best one so far. My kids asked if I could put some in their lunch boxes for school. I made no adjustments to the recipe.
My first time ever making Chili and I signed up to bring some for my sons football team dinner. This was the first crockpot of chili gone and I was told it was awesome. My family agreed 🙂 I going to be making this again!
I am a spice wuss so I left out the cayenne pepper and I added one can of fire roasted green peppers instead, it was perfect!
Great recipe, made it for the first time and will make it again. Thanks!!!!
I made a delicious chili tonight! Thank you for share recipe!
omg. OMG. I still have to bring it to a low boil then simmer. But WOW this really is the BEST chili.
Making it for my son 4 year birthday today and it is absolutely outstanding. Better than canned hormel chili with beans, and we love that one. I will only ever make this recipe.
Note:
– I forgot to get tomato sauce, so I made my own using the leftover paste. I mixed it 1:1 with water until I hit 8 oz. And added 1 clove minced garlic, and Italian seasoning to taste
-I also used the cayenne pepper (1/4tsp) and it added great flavor, not spicy at all. (If your worried about spice, just add a little less)
Just tried this recipe without cayenne pepper and added ketchup. Great recipe ty for sharing.
OMG! SO SO SO good! Will make multiple times every year!!
5 stars! Look no further this will be my go to for ever more! Thank you so much for sharing! In my normal style, I did change modify a bit and added hot Italian sausage along with ground beef (Extra protein), I used two cans of rotel tomatoes and chilies instead of 15 oz can of diced tomatoes and I used a whole can of tomato paste. It is amazing!
My daughter and husband , based in Kosovo visited us recently, I made this recipe with a few tweaks .
They liked it so much , they’re contemplating opening a shop in Kosovo offering chili!
They said it would be a hit there!
I didn’t realize how hot the cayenne pepper was going to make this chili. I don’t cook with it often. I would suggest cutting it in half or omitting it if you do not like spicy! Otherwise this is a great recipe. We enjoyed it!
I goofed up and didn’t come here first to read the comments. I doubled the recipe and it’s way too hot. I only used 1/8 tsp of Cayenne Pepper. I have now crossed Cayebbe Pepper out so as not to make that mistake again.
This was a delicious chili. I used brown sugar which added another layer of flavor. Also added twice the amount of beans.Cooked it a little longer to thicken it up. Reduced the amount if cayenne for our preference.Will definitely make again!
This is now our go to recipe for chili because we love it so much! I omit the cayenne pepper, and I use an entire 15 oz can of beef broth since 12 oz leaves some out to waste. To compensate for the extra liquid, and because we like thicker chili, I also add a small can of tomato paste. We’ve recently been replacing the sugar with a granulated sugar substitute as we are trying to be as sugar free as possible. I’ve made this for a potato & chili bar before, and everyone there loved it too! They nearly liked the pot clean!
Good recipe we enjoyed it
Very easy to make and had lots of happy tummy n smiles at dinner:). Love, love this recipe…just added some black beans and a pinch of cinnamon and voilà!
Definitely glad we tried this!! Delicious!
Loved this recipe but I have a weak stomach so I omitted the cayenne pepper, doubled the recipe and added 1 can tomato paste, 1 can Italian diced tomatoes, 2 cans kidney beans, 1 can northern beans, 1 can black beans and a can of chili beans and 2 lbs Hamburger. We like thick chili and it turned out amazing!! Sprinkled some Shredded cheese and a dollop
of sour cream and we have an easy new chili recipe the family LOVES! Thank you so much for sharing. 😍
Well, she did say it was optional, I love it spiced up!
Very good classic recipe, thanks for sharing. Omitted cayenne.
I don’t really like Chili but this recipe is great! I did omit the cayenne pepper but this recipe has just the right amount of spice.
👍😄 Delicious
Best chili ever!!! Thank you for the recipe!
I never made chili before (I’m not much of a cook) but I followed this recipe exactly and it’s delicious. Perfect amount of heat for my taste.
I made this recipe for the second time because of the simplicity in it. I also leave out cayenne pepper and my daughter does not like spice. My daughter eas sick and wanted comfort food and I said want some chilli. Yes she said so I did a small batch. My wife doesn’t really like chilli all that much but she ate a spoonful, because that is what was left and she asked, can you make that exact recipe again. So thank you so much for this recipe.
I literally never use another chilli recipe! I like mine to have a lot of spice so I end up adding more spices than recommended but this is the perfect recipe for the classic chilli taste. I will be using turkey this time and I know it will still taste amazing!
Great chili!!! I make this all winter long :).
Tried this tonight… It turned out pretty YUMMY 😋
Would recommend making this for chili night.
Agree with the previous comment cut down the Cumin and definitely cut down the sugar. To add don’t use granulated sugar use brown sugar instead. If you can use chop roast home ground, it’s better quality, no fillers and the taste of the meat screams chili!! Otherwise this is a really good quick recipe.
This chili was the BEST and even better the next day. I doubled the recipe but next time I will 5x the recipe to share with my famiy.
Loved this recipe. I omitted the beans, added a little cinnamon and served over pasta, Cincy style. Yum!!
Delicious delicious chili. I love trying different recipes with different herbs and spices. This was the best with a glass of cold beer or a glass of Merlot red wine. Great chili
I added cinnamon and an extra can of kidney beans.
Best chili I’ve ever made!
A favorite in my house
How much cinnamon did you add and did you make the quantity for 6 servings or did you double please?
Made this for a fall festival, chili cook off, and it won first place. I did add three cans of beans, light red kidney, dark red kidney, and pinto beans. (Doubled the recipe as well). Thanks for a great classic chili with really good flavor.
Great recipe but of course I had to alter it which I do with everything I cook. I added diced carrots & celery with the onions, I also used Rigel & diced tomatoes and added the Cayenne was Spicy but very good I think next time I might add a second can of kidney beans
Are you from Cincinnati? I had to ask cause cinnamon is a Cincinnati chili thing 🤣
I’ve never liked my homemade chili, so I stopped making it. I’ve searched recipes trying others, I still wasn’t satisfied. I made this recipe this week and I absolutely love it. I now have a recipe that I will continue to make.
This is the BEST chili recipe! I won a chili cook off with it! I double the cayenne cause I like it SPICY! Once it’s done cooking, I out it in a crock pot for about 24 hours, delish!
I have tried several recipes, including my mothers but I could never get it just like hers. Found this one..simple but full of flavor! My kids LOOOVE IT! this is now my go to. Thank you so much for sharing!
This is delicious. We won our church’s chili cook-off tonight with it. I did cut down on the cayenne just a bit was my family doesn’t like things too spicy. Thanks!
I love this chili!!! How can I do this recipe in the crockpot? Thanks!
almost made this exactly as the recipe but i ran out of cumin and used a sugar substitute. it still tasted great! will be using this recipe as long as i make chili.
I used all of the spices as indicated including cayenne pepper. I chopped peeled, fresh tomatoes from the garden rather than using canned and I added an extra tablespoon of tomato paste with a little filtered water to replace the tomato juice that would have been in the can. I added an extra can of kidney beans and I used 2 lbs of stew beef instead of hamburger. It’s absolutely delicious and *flavor-full* !
I love the suggestions of toppings to include the chopped avocado. I’m sharing this with friends who always, like me, buy the chilli packet from the grocery store.
I love to use organic spices and this recipe allows me to do just that.
Thank you for putting this on the internet!
Happy in the kitchen,
Colleen Fritz
The best recipe ever. I don’t like spicy so I don’t put in the cayenne pepper. I love this recipe as it’s the best chili I have ever had!
Ez and good recipe, great quick dinner 😋
Great recipe! I didn’t drain the meat fat because the recipe didn’t say to – should it be drained?
Easy and definitely delicious! So glad I found the recipe and gave it a try. Keeping the recipe as one of my favorites. My husband said I should make a pot of it monthly during our Wisconsin winter.
I discovered this recipe last year and it was one batch a week for our Michigan winters.
Yummy recipe! First time making chili!
Absolutely simple and delicious.
The best chili I’ve ever made!
This chili came together nicely in such a short amount of time! It is delicious! I doubled the recipe and used 1 pound each of ground turkey and ground beef, which was delicious. I did not add the optional cayenne pepper and it was still plenty spicy for my family. This recipe is a keeper!
Very good recipe. The only change I will make next time is to decrease the amount of cumin used. It was a bit strong for my taste. This recipe is definately a keeper!
My NEW favorite chili dish!! I followed the recipe but used 2 Rotel diced tomato cans and 1 extra can of chili beans. (Only because I had more than 1 pound of frozen beef to work with.). My husband loves green peppers, so I put some in “his”. Great recipe!! Thank you!
Every time I make chili this is the recipe I use. Very easy to make and the results are family pleasing.
Excellent recipe. I like a stronger chili flavor so increased the chili powder to 4T. One can of dark and one can of light beans. Delicious.
Best means best! I use the recipe just like it is here at home I use venison. Use it for students and I use it for home.
We love this chili. My 2 young boys eat it up too. I don’t add cayenne pepper and I add more beggies to the pot with the onion. Today we did red and white onion, celery, green pepper, corn and pees. Sometimes I add carrots and mushrooms too.
Great recipe!
My daughter prefers impossible meat so I use a package of it instead of chop meat.
I also add Tabasco sauce. Everyone in the family enjoys it.
Question please: normally I would brown the beef in a separate pan and drain off the grease. This recipe sounds like it keeps it all together in the large pot. So the grease is not a concern? Thanks!
This recipe is a GREAT classic, traditional chili! This will be my go-to standard from now on. Perfect with some Fritos corn chips, shredded cheddar, and a spoon of sour cream.
I need to make this for a chili cook off contest at church. What I need to know is if I use 6 pounds of ground beef do I need to 6× all the ingredients, too?
Very mild and delicious recipe! I also added a lil beer and increased the amount of cumin by 1 teaspoon. Result was just fantastic 😁
Easy to make and taste fabulos!
Absolutely delicious! My husband and I have always liked different variations of chili but this one was perfect for the both of us.
We have also substituted the ground beef for ground turkey & beef broth for chicken broth (just using up what we already had in the house) and it was AMAZING. Couldn’t even tell it was turkey instead of ground beef!
It was yummy, but way WAY too much cumin. Next time I will be using half or less than half of the suggested amount. All I could taste was cumin and we are definitely feeling it in our stomachs today! However, after that adjustment I think this chili would be phenomenal.
This recipe was fantastic!! I did not put in the cayenne pepper but used a can of diced tomatoes with green chilies. Just enough kick without overpowering the great taste of the chilli.
Loved this chili. And so easy to make!
This recipe has been my go to for over a year now and I take credit for at least finding it to share with my neighbors and family members who all request it.
My kids are ages 1-12 and they ALL love it and it’s hard to please them. We do omit the cayenne pepper of course. I’ve messed with it a bit and I would add an extra can of kidney beans to make it fuller. I’ve even substituted the ground beef for Bison and it tasted wonderful! Thank you so much.
I was afraid it wouldn’t have that Chili kick, but it is perfect! I’ve always loved chili but never knew how to make It. This recipe is spot on! Even my 9 year old loves it! Served with white rice and cornbread for the win! Thanks for this amazing receipt! Just in time for those winter nights!
Excellent & definitely my fave! Made vegetarian with a bag of frozen veggie crumbles and veggie broth instead of beef. Added 1/4 cup more veggie broth to make up for not having beef drippings and to allow longer simmer time (1 hr) to develop flavors. Also added a can of pinto beans. Mixed in spaghetti mac noodles, cheese, & sour cream to serve. A real winner to economically have great food all winter!
I’m no cook and almost skipped over this recipe for one with fewer ingredients. I’m glad I trusted all the great reviews and made this one. Don’t be intimidated if you rarely enter the kitchen like me. It really was easy and cleanup wasn’t terrible. I like that several ingredients just take 1 can: cuts down on prep time and dirty measuring cups/spoons.
This is the best chili recipe ever
Discovered it about a month ago. Made it twice so far. My daughter even asked for the recipe. I used black beans as I had on hand and small can of garbanzo. So many spices and they all blend.
I thought this was delicious and so easy. The only thing that I did differently was to add one chopped jalapeño. I would make it again
Best Chili Recipe by Far!
Very tasty and easy THANKS. I left out Cheyenne pepper Can’t do heat
Excellent recipe! I doubled it and it came out perfect! Thanks
Excellent and easy chili recipe!
I really enjoyed this recipe! I mixed and matched a few ingredients but the base is outstanding. Thank you
This is my favorite beef chili recipe. It’s has a great taste and I would highly recommend this recipe to anyone who enjoys a tasty bowl of chili.
very good very one loved it
This is the best chili recipe I have tried! My family raved over it! Definitely will make it again and again!
!!! FANTASTIC !!!!
This chili recipe was absolute PERFECTION! I am planning to make it again for a huge tailgate party. How can I prepare this in a huge crockpot vs. on the stove?
Cook the onions and beef in a frying pan. Once cooked, add to the crockpot with the rest of the remaining ingredients. I would turn the temperature to high until it starts to bubble then switch to low and simmer for a few hours to let the flavors come through. I hope this helps.
I made this tonight and tripled it, we’re a huge family, very yummy! I’ll be honest I cooked my beef and then dumped all the other ingredients in, then hard simmered it for 30 min. Next time I’ll try to give myself more time to actually follow the instructions 😂 but it was excellent and everyone liked it. I used about 1/2 t of cayenne (I don’t really measure just eyeball) and it had nice warm heat, 4 yo littlest loved it.
I made this recipe exactly as it is written (including the cayanne) and I am so thankful I did. It is delicious and my new go to recipe for chili. Thank you for sharing it.
This is a very good recipe but I thought that there was too much salt in it even after cutting the salt to 3/4 of a teaspoon and using beef broth with 50% less salt. That is why I gave it 4 stars. Other than that, it’s a great recipe.
Great recipe for all ages I am a younger seasoned cook I loved it it was a great recipe spices were right on if you follow the recipe how it’s written my mother is 70 and her husband is 87 and they both enjoyed it it was perfect for everybody
This is a great, easy to make crowd-pleaser. I love chili but could never just “throw together” a batch. This recipe is delicious with just the right amount of seasoning to be super-flavorable but not over-the-top for any sensitive palates. Hint: cut the optional amount of cayenne in half and it’s just enough to give a hint of heat, and still mild enough that my 8 year old daughter loves it!
I trippled this recipe can I cook it on low in crock pot?
Great recipe!!! My chili came out great and taste delicious. My family enjoyed it and it will be a staple dish for this season!!
I love this chili! It’s a Sunday standby in the fall and winter, and so easy i’ve basically memorized it. I did find it slightly, *slightly* flat, but adding a teaspoon of apple cider vinegar before simmering brings it to a perfectly balanced flavor. So delicious!
Loved this chili recipe. Would make it again.
Just made this Chili ,it is awesome in flavor and it will have a top spot in my cold weather dishes. .Simple and delicious 😋
Once we finished eating my wife said this goes in the family recipie book (replacing 3 others including sister and moms) we added an extra can of beans (white for color) and only used 1 table spoon of cummin, the kids don’t like spice and one plus all the chili was more than enough for us.
Well done.
I am probably the worst cook on this entire planet so I skeptical about making this on a night we invited friends over .. i followed the entire recipe down to every last detail .. holy cow .. tastes just like my grandmas, it’s the best meal I’ve made , and it accommodates all the picky eaters in my house
Terrific recipe. I did halve the spices to lessen the heat and added green pepper. This will be my go to chili recipe!!!
EASY PEASY RECIPE! KIDS LOVED IT!! SUGAR IS THE KICKER, TAKES AWAY THE BITTER TOMATO! I’VE HEARD ADD A TEASPOON OF COCOA POWDER TOO! THIS WAS GREAT, COMPLETELY FINISHED THE ENTIRE POT
A note of caution. Not all chili powder is created equal. We have some that is super hot and I have to reduce the amount to a small fraction of what the recipe calls for. That said, once I found the right combination, this is my go-to chili recipe.
Making this for supper tonight. Was easy and quick to make. Not to spicy perfect flavor.
I didn’t have any sugar so I added a can of condensed tomato soup as it’s a bit sweet and helped to balance all the spices. I also added two cans of drained mushrooms and a couple of tablespoons of Worcestershire sauce to give it more flavour. Turned out fantastic!
Great spice combo. Easy to make and maybe took 20mins to put together. Made the mistake of adding too much beef and that made it a little more oily but and easy fix. Overall easy and tasty recipe.
Amazing. Just amazing. I had my first taste of this chili 10 minutes ago and my tastebuds exploded. There was so much flavor! Mine turned out to be a bit oily but otherwise, it was fantastic. This will be a regular meal in my house!
REALLY good Chili!! Possibly the best I’ve ever had and definitely the best I’ve ever made. And very simple!! The only deviation I made to the recipe was to add about 1/4 lag, chopped green pepper in with the onions.
I was a little worried about the amount of spices, but it worked beautifully.
Now to find a good cornbread recipe…
Excellent recipe, but I think it’s better to cook the meat in a frying pan 1st, so you can drain the excessive fat easily. I also used a can of mixed beans which gives it a bit more flavor.
This chili was perfect! I doubled the recipe because I had 4 cups of cooked red kidney beans. The whole family loved it! Thanks!
Love this recipe! We made two pots one that was spicy and one that wasn’t. The one that wasn’t spicy I would reduce the amount of chili seasoning that you put in it. I ended up adding a couple of cans of beans to make it not so spicy. It is so good.
For the spicy one we use rotelle for the diced tomatoes. Both chilies were gone within two days so yummy.
Excellent recipe, I made 1 change, I used black beans instead of kidney beans
Great Recipe for a Classic Chili! It’s won me 1st place two years in a row at our Chili Cook Off!
My husband said this chili was “addicting”. I am going to save it and use it from now on, I didn’t have tomato sauce and used crushed tomatoes instead. Other than that, I followed the recipe. Thanks!
Can this be made in a crockpot instead of on the stove?
I consider myself hard to please. But this recipe is by far the best I have ever tasted, and I’m 70 years old. And it’s so easy and simple. Serve this and you will impress your friends. And in my opinion even with the cayenne pepper it is not too spicy hot. But that’s me.
I was raised in Indiana, so I leave the beans out and serve this over macaroni or spaghetti. For those whose diet is gluten free, get some brown rice pasta from Trader Joe’s.
This is a really great chili recipe. I added jalapeño and used 1 1/2 cans of pinto beans.
Skyline chili!!!
Even better the day after!
Made this for supper last night. Added on YELLOW pepper for a little sweet. Served with a corn muffin and a dollop of sour cream. It was phenomenal and just perfect. Eating for lunch right now. Soooooo Good. This is my new favorite fall/winter recipe
I have used this recipe over and over. I sometimes tweak a few things to my liking. I have always gotten rave reviews on it, no matter what! This recipe is a staple in my household. Thanks for sharing!
Can I add pinto beans to this recipe?
Can you use or what is your opinion on using dark brown sugar or light brown instead of regular sugar?
You can add whatever you want. I put use black beans and pinto beans instead of kidney beans (a can of each when doubling the recipe) and I cube up a roast rather than using ground beef usually. I consider a recipe like this a starting point and get creative from there.
Yes I did pinto and RKBs it was excellent
I am 62 years old and I have never tried Chili before because I always thought yuck, but my husband likes Chili and after reading your recipe I thought why not give it a try. I did not add the red pepper, but I did buy Goya red kidney beans which came in a sauce, that I rinsed off and then drained they gave the Chili a bit of a kick. This recipe was so easy. This is so yummy and my husband agreed!!
Just like mom made🥰
Pinto, kidney, black, northern white, navy any or all taste great!
Absolutely. I don’t care for the skins of kidney beans and I have used pinto beans. My personal preference is black beans.
You better!! Pinto is so good
I’ve been using this recipe for the past three years or so and it’s unbeatable. I always add a few chipotles in adobo along with some of the sauce and it gives it a nice heat and smokey depth. And because we love our spice, usually top it with fresh or candied jalapeños.
Would you think this chili would be good for chili dogs?
I double the recipe and use 1 can each pinto, cannellini and black beans… use whichever beans you like!
Yes. I doubled the recipe and used one can of pinto beans and one can of kidney beans.
Great recipe!!!
Great love it
I added 4 garlic cloves and ½ yellow pepper & ½ orange pepper (which I don’t think changed it much from the original). Phenomenal! Served with shredded cheese and a spoon of sour cream.
Fantastic chili recipe! I used 1 tablespoon of sugar, instead of two and felt it was plenty. Also added an additional can of white northern beans. Will definitely make again!
Me and my boyfriend made this recipe and this was the best chili we ever made. It was simple and easy to make and it taste really good. 10 out of 10 highly recommend.
I bet the peepers added some great sweet acidic value!!! Yum!
Delicious! Had 2 cans of Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilis, so used instead of diced tomatoes. Also had ground turkey vs. the ground beef on hand. Great seasoning.
My bf LOVES this chili! I’ve made it several times and add the cayenne pepper & jalapeños if I have them on hand for extra heat. I serve it with shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, and chopped green onions. Always a hit! Thank you for the delicious recipe!
Great chili! Perfect Football Sunday meal. Was so tasty by itself and over macaroni with shredded cheese. Will definitely make again but will leave out added salt next time.
Great recipe!! Almost taste like WENDYS Restaurant. Ive made this recipe @ least 6 times for different occasions and always the same response as that is some awesome chili so I share the link to family and friends. Keep up the great work!
Mike B.
This is my favorite chili recipe!!
This is THE chili recipe I’ve been looking for! I have tried so many recipes and self-made variations and it never was quite right. Thank you!
Made this recipe exactly as written, but I always add cocoa powder, just a couple tablespoons. This recipe is so good!! I will make it again and again. Than you!
What does it taste like with the cocoa powder?
The best chili I have ever made. Recipe said not to strain beef after browning so I didn’t and it adds a ton of flavor. Cut the sugar in half and added a tablespoon of chipotle peppers for heat and smoke. Sooo delish. Will make it again.
Super fast to put together for a filling meal! Everyone loved it! Thanks!
This is perfection! I substituted a can of green chilies for the cayenne. Delicious!
Hands down, this is the best chili recipe that you’ve been looking for!
I love this chili. Everyone loves it that I cook it for. I’ve made it 10 times or more. I add corn. I use a couple cans of Organic 3 bean from Walmart. Less sauce.
Best chili I’ve ever had! I plan to make it a lot in the future!!!
First time making chili from scratch. Pulled this recipe off the internet. Very easy to make and delicious. My wife doesn’t like kidney beans, so substituted black beans for the kidney beans. Worked out great.
Do I drain meat ?
Nope, don’t drain the meat!
Best chili I ever had! I added some chopped bell peppers with the onion. I also add corn when adding beans. Served with a scoop of sour cream, and cojito cheese. Side of corn bread, perfection!
I didn’t, but it was too greasy for me, so I spooned off a lot of it before I went to next steps. I liked it better that way.
Easy to make and delicious! Will pass this recipe on to my children!
Excellent chili….I put over tater tots w/cheese!!! Yuuuum
Love this Chili! Making it for co workers tomorrow. Hope they like it as much as i do.
Delicious! Thanks for the recipe. I just used water because I was out of beef broth. There is plenty of flavor with all the spices, water works just fine.
This chili is absolutely perfect! I added a 1/2 cup of corn and an extra can of beans to stretch it out. Still amazing! Everyone absolutely loves it!
I have been looking for a good chili recipe for a long time and am so happy to have found it in this recipe. And it is easy! Most recipes I have tried were ok but just a little off one way or another but this one tastes like real chili, the kind they made in the 60’s and 70’s, the kind you could get in places like The Dew Chili Parlor.
should i drain the grease
Yes, drain the extra grease if you used less than 90/10 pr 93/7. I used 93/7 ground beef so there wasn’t anything to drain. The chili turned out great other than it was a little runny, so I added extra tomato paste and simmered it until the extra liquid dissipated.
I don’t have any beef broth so I am going to try using the lipton beef and onion broth in its place. First time making.
Not if you use the 90% lean ground beef
Awesome recipe! I make this all the time. The only thing I’ve modified is that I triple the cayenne, just because I like it spicy 🔥
Fantabulastic
I never write reviews but this recipe deserved one. I’ve tried several online chili recipes and this is by far the best one I’ve ever made. It was a hit with the family! Definitely a must try! No need to go looking for any other recipe!
Being Puertorican and not brought up with Chilli even though I’ve lived in Texas 50 years , I never took challenge to make Homemade Chilli.
Your recipe was super easy to follow and I got all the ingredients the receipe called for.
It turned out Awesome! I wanted Chilli dogs for Labor Day and I will eat the Chilli by itself, some Tabasco and crackers.Thanks again!!!( I used black beans instead of red)
One of the better recipes out there for a thick, wholesome chili.
Great chili recipe. My go-to for chili. I substitute masa harina for tomato paste. Adds a nice flavor.
Savory, hearty flavor, makes a great base . I amp it up with different chilis , or variety of beans. Freezes well too!
This recipe is absolutely amazing. It is so flavorful and I didn’t have to change a single thing. I made it exactly like the recipe says. It is definitely one of my to go meals for the week. It was so easy to make too.
Thank you for sharing the ultimate recipe this came out fantastic!
Absolutely delicious. Didn’t put cayenne, and added some frozen corn kernels and some chopped fresh mushrooms. The flavours in this recipe are delicious.
Can this recipe be made with Stevia instead of sugar?
I used stevia and it worked out great fyi
Made this Chili for dinner and it was absolutely fantastic! Loved the simplicity of the recipe as well!
Delish! And so easy to make. My husband came home and said he wasn’t hungry. Then? He managed to polish off a decent sized bowl.
I also made Jalapeño Corn Bread for that extra kick. And, that was a winner also!
A perfect combination.
This is my new favorite recipe. Can’t wait until winter.
I’ve been making this chili for over a year now. It is so good!
We make this all the time and love it
Question. When doubling up the recipe does the cook times change? I would assume so
Very good, easy recipe, nice flavor
I made this and it is delicious!!
Best Chilli recipe EVER! Thank you
LOVE this recipe! Everyone loves it, and it’s so easy! It gets lots of compliments! I always serve it like a chili bar with cornbread, sour cream, green onions, shredded cheddar, avocado, crackers, and Mexican type chips! Yummmmm!
Yum!
Can we talk about how forgiving and adaptable this recipe is?! I have made it strictly adhering to the ingredients. Fantastic. I have made while missing half the ingredients. Stupendous. I have made it at 3am, drunk, stumbling and slurring, not measuring anything – still amazing. I just made it again on my day off, half working-half doing laundry, sipping an early Vod-Sod, and I think this might be the most amazing version yet (added extra tomato paste and beef broth, Parmesan and sour cream). This is hands down the quickest and most delicious Chili I have ever had. You cannot mess it up. Quit scrolling and make this already!!!
This is the first time I changed my routine chili recipe. This was so easy, and didn’t go overboard with ingredients. Thank you!😌
I cooked dry kidney beans and added an extra cup of water. Everything else was the same. 10/10 would definitely recommend this recipe!
It really is the perfect chili recipe!! Thank you for sharing!!
This is my favorite chili recipe! Thank you for sharing it. p.s. I’m also a dietitian!
Finally, a “best” chili recipe that is actually the best! I followed the directions as written and watched it quickly disappear to the delight of my friends. Great chili!
This recipe was great on its own but I served leftovers on a baked potato with some cheddar cheese, sour cream and chopped scallions. It was delish
Used Moose burger & it turned out very yummy with a nice tomato flavor.
So, I had a family coming over for dinner one night, and I wanted to try something new… (I know, not the best idea 🙂 I had some cornbread on hand, and I wanted to use it up, and you know nothing beats a good old chili and cornbread dinner, right? I personally am not a huge fan of chili, but the family that was coming over likes ground beef, a lot. So, I decided to try this, what could go wrong, right? I was right!!!! They loved, i loved it, my husband loved it, and even my pickiest little girl loved it!! I was so happy; I am definitely going to be using this in the future! Best chili recipe this side of the Mississippi, 100%
Just tried your recipe and was pleased with the full flavor. I will definitely be trying this again! Thanks!
This is the best chili ever! It is dark and has depth of flavors. Made it with ground turkey and upped the heat. Going right now into my recipe box and deleting the myriad of other chili recipes! That’s how good this is. Oh and only chopping is 1 onion 🙂
I had to sub chicken broth, left out the sugar but used a can of paste instead of 2 tbsp. It was still awesome!! And very easy!
Next time Id prob use dried beans from scratch to cut out some sodium. And stew my own tomatoes (same reason). And the time after that I might try ground turkey. Add some fresh garlic (w the onion), wortcheshier sauce and add chia seeds at the end just for health. But first I want to try the original (when i buy beef broth). Thank you!!!
Very simple and delicious!!
A simple, no fail recipe that always provides excellent results. Add a tiny amount of cinnamon (I know it sounds crazy, but trust me, maybe a quarter of a teaspoon)
I omitted the cayenne pepper & this recipe was not spicy at all; my daughter liked it! I like chili spicy, so I added hot sauce. Easy, great recipe; not too spicy.
Yo this gal can cook! I’d give it a 6 star if I could. All her meals are so yummy but super basic with a short prep time. I’d recommend checking all her deliciousness on TikTok for sure! #DEBOMB.COM!!!
This was by far the best chili i have ever eaten and im from south Texas. Im taking all the credit at my house but we know youre the master behind the design. Thanks for making me proud of myself lol.
Really good 😊 love it will be making again
Delicious and super easy to prepare.
I was on the search for a chili without using tomato juice. I came across this recipe and made it for supper tonight. We loved it! It has an excellent ratio of spices, especially chili powder and cumin. It’s a nice thick chili. My husband usually adds additional chili powder to his chili but didn’t need it with this. This recipe has been marked as a favorite in my Recipe Keeper. Thanks for a great recipe.
I just made this with ground turkey….DELICIOUS!!!!!!! Thanx for sharing this recipe 😉
Great recipe, I’ve made and eaten multiple times each time with pleasure. You can’t be disappointed, it is outstanding
I did the chili Sunday it was so awesome and delicious my family loved it. But for me the best part was the easiness of the recipe and the quick time.
Thank you Daisy
I’ve always been a member of Allrecipe but now I’m trying Wholesome dishes
I did it today, delicious!!! This recioe is a keeper!!! Thanks!!!
Tried the recipe all perfect….and great tasting maybe it’s my palate but I most definitely tasted the sugar….so i made savory cornbread to balance it all out….will keep this bookmarked as one of my favs
I agree. This is a keeper. I needed something that would go well with some leftover cornbread and this did the trick. I didn’t want to stop eating lol.
Me and my family love this recipe. This the only one my kids would always tell me to make. Soo much favor!!! With leftovers we make some nachos and chill dogs as well. If you looking for a chili recipe this is it 😁
I don’t know why it bothers me so much… but who eats chili with a fork!!??? Lmaooo! This is a great recipe!! I’ve made it several times now and it is the only chili recipe I use! The only small change I make is I also add black beans! I like the extra fiber and flavor 🙂 Thank you so much for this recipe!
Have to say this IS the tastiest chili I’ve ever had. Plus it uses ingredients you probably already have in your pantry so you can make it in a pinch. It will be my go to chili recipe from now on.
Best chili I’ve ever had!! Husband loved it!! Will for sure be making this again!! Thank you!! 🙂
Love making this dish the kids love it as does my husband <3
Great recipe, love chili.
Absolutely perfect! Normally I follow a recipe for the first time to the letter, but this time I had about 2 lbs Of leftover smoked beef brisket from poker night, so instead of ground beef, I diced up the brisket, and then doubled the recipe. I’ve never made chili before bc my dad is the chili king and I always have him make it for me, even though I’m 37, but I decided to try it. Google directed me here when I searched “best chili recipe” and I’m glad it did! This recipe is amazing. I wouldn’t change a thing, the spice levels are perfect.
Recipe was fantastic. I actually used ground turkey vs. ground beef. All loved it.
This was the best chilli recipe Iv done!! go for it ❤️
I love to cook and have tried several chili recipes and this is by far THE BEST I’ve ever made. I do adjust the sugar a bit, so it is not too sweet. I also make mine with turkey and not ground beef! There is not a person that doesn’t love this chili 🌶!!!
Have made this countless times using Bison! Soo delicious. Five star recipe.
This good. If you have people that don’t like heat, maybe cut down on the chili powder a little bit. Is perfect for me, not so much for the wife and 2.5yo. 5 star for sure though
Just awesome. Love it.
This is my go to chili recipe. I like to add a can of Pinto beans, fresh garlic and some orange, yellow or red bell pepper. I also use a good hot sauce instead of cayenne. This is a perfect recipe to eat as is, or experiment with to make it your own. Thanks for the great recipes Wholesome Dish!
This is without a doubt the best Chili ever. I make it using the exact ingredients and measurements. The only things I add are drained can of black and white beans.
Made this recipe several times. My Favorite hands down. Easy and tasty.
I did not have beef broth so I used organic chicken broth, no change in the chilli taste. I also added black beans (for the fibre content) It was still very delicious.
I would definitely make this one again!
This is a really good basic chili. I’ve made it several times and I usually make a double batch then freeze the leftovers. The only changes I’ve made are I leave out the sugar as I think it is plenty sweet from the tomatoes. I also use half hamburger and half sausage caue my mom’s recipe calls for that.
I really think this recipe is great as is and also provides a good base that you can adjust and tweak to your own liking. Thank you for sharing.
Can i use ground chicken instead of beef
I grew up eating and then making my grandmother’s chili recipe (beef, onion, tomato soup, chili hot beans, salt and pepper, TEASPOON of chili powder XD). Over the years I started adding to hers and recently my mother commented how tomato paste doesn’t belong in it. So I searched for a classic recipe using it specifically and found this. I just finished making it and I knew the moment I started measuring out the spices it was going to be good!! After my first taste I prayed for forgiveness because I know when I serve this tonight my mom is going to die. May she Rest In Peace.
Awesome
This the best chili recipe and it’s so delicious tangy and to die for!!
Chili was easy and basic. Sometimes getting back to basics is the best way to go. And you can use this recipe and add to it and make it your own. Five ⭐’s
Amazing recipe! I added some Cajun and southwest seasoning, along with a can of lentils, green pepper and celery. Highly recommend!!
This was such an easy recipe. I’m not a fan of Cumin so I only added 1/4 teaspoon. It came out great. I’ll definitely be making this again!
Delicious, bold flavor. Am making cornbread with it to help with the spiciness.
Truly the best I have ever tasted. Made this recipe 4 days ago, family raved about it and had to make another batch today!
Thanks for posting and taking your time to enlighten your readers!
I’m pretty sure my fiancé just proposed to me again after eating this chili recipe! Haha I replaced the diced tomatoes for rotel tomatoes since we didn’t have cayenne pepper and this turned out AMAZING! Will be making it more often now.
I’ve made this recipe probably 20 times now. It is the absolute best!
Makes a really good batch of chili! I’m super happy with this recipe and will definitely be making it again.
This is a great recipe. I have to admit I’ve tried a couple of substitutes. I didn’t have any ground beef so, I used leftover pot rost and the second time I used cubed leftover pork tenderloin and I’ve also used chopped Hatch Green Chile’s. I also omitted the sugar. Both times it was fantastic and my husband loved it.
It was amazing it had so much more enjoyable flavor then other chilies!
Always turns out tasty and easy to follow instructions. This is my go to recipe whenever I am making chilli . 😋
Great basic chili. I left out the sugar as it was sweet enough from the tomatoes. If I made a huge batch to feed a crowd I would leave out the cayenne and put some hot sauce on the side. I wouldn’t say this is spicy but some in my circle cannot take any heat.
All in all I thought this recipe is a definite keeper.
The sugar is to counteract the acid of the tomatoes! 🙂
So easy and one of the best.
I make this quite often for our rescue squad crews. By trip.ing the recipe, I always have enough for everyone and usually some for the next day. Everyone loves it. Leaving out the cayenne makes it good for all. Available toppings include sour cream, cheese, chopped onions, and hot sauce.
I am hosting a Block Party & I was wondering if this can be done in a slow cooker or at least kept warm in there so that I could put the slow cooker on the table.
I’ve made this in a slow cooker and it is equally as tasty, the longer it cooks the more the flavor develops. I recommend still browning the meat first though.
One of the best recipes for Chili, if not the best!!
I made this recipe exactly as the instructions are including the cayenne. I only made one addition by adding a can of pinto beans as well as the kidney beans as stated in the recipe because my family loves beans. It turned out perfectly. We love spice and it satisfied. This is my new chili recipe go to. Thank you so much for sharing!
My go to Chile recipe. I’ve made this a few times. I do use pinto beans that I cook in my crockpot and it just takes it to the next level❣️
Looks good but How much is a serving? A cup? Two cups? 1/6 of the recipe is no help in planning if I’d like to make this or how much
Just double it and freeze the leftovers
Love this recipe! Been using it for two years now but I’m starting to count calories. What’s the serving size? Sorry if I’ve overlooked it.
Easy and absolutely delicious! I used Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies.
Love this recipe!!!
First time I made Chili in my life and it came out PERFECT. I was so impressed. I followed directions and was surpised how well it came out. My Husband likes chili spicy so if you make it and like it spicy, just bump up the the spicies a bit – it will still come out perfect for you. SO EASY and Fast to make. Taste even better the next day.
Highly Recommended!
Thank You
Loved it! So easy! Next time I will cut the sugar to one tablespoon, I found it a little too sweet for my taste but others didn’t complain. Also tried without the cayenne because at the end, before putting the cayenne I tasted and was Spice enough for me and everyone loved.
The best chili recipe. I live in Louisiana where flavor is everything and this recipe has got it all! Definitely my families favorite! Great on hot dogs too! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
This the best chili recipe I have ever made. It’s full of flavor spiciness aroma and it’s very addictive.
Thanks for sharing this wonderful recipe
Great recipe for a basic chili. I agree with previous comments that say the sugar is not needed at all. Having read what other people had said about the sugar before I started, I decided not to add any sugar until I tasted at the very end and it was perfect without it. I also added a green bell pepper, a few cloves of fresh garlic and a jalapeno (instead of cayenne), all added in after the beef was browned and cooked for a few minutes. Delicious!
Made with left over turkey.
Thanks! Nice, quick recipe.
This is the best chili ever. I like to add jalapeños and sriracha and use honey instead of sugar and it tastes amazing. I also used a mixture of ground beef and spicy Italian sausage once and it was a great addition. I always freeze this and take it camping for the perfect dinner. Thank you!!!
This is my go-to recipe. Perfect. Ty.
Superb Chili! The best ever! Perfect!
I tweaked this recipe a little bit to fit my liking more. This is *the* best base recipe ever though!
I added half the amount of broth
No sugar
I added super hot cayenne pepper seasoning
The rest of the recipe I followed exactly like shown and its my go-to. So good!
Delicious! It was perfect! Thank you!
I’m not one to leave a comment but I needed to because I’ve been using this recipe for the better half of 2 years for my base chili and I’ve never been disappointed. I do some change up with the meet option, use rótele instead of tomatoes, less sugar or brown sugar, add jalapeños, green peppers, corn, serve over rice or as is! I just adore this recipe and wanted other to know how great it is!
Made this several times. Good taste, easy to make!
I could tell that the base of this recipe was really good and delicious. I really enjoyed the flavor, but I found the amount of sugar to be overwhelming for my taste. I’m a savory > sweet kind of person, but even with savory being my preference, I’ve never had a chili that was quite as sweet as this one. I am making this recipe again this week, and I will likely use half a tablespoon of sugar – just enough to counteract the acidity of all the canned tomato.
I used this recipe because it looked easy enough. I did use a larger can of tomato sauce. Like previous comments, the sugar does not belong. It has the right heat, but the sugar ruined it. Will try again without sugar.
I made this chili 3 times now and never did put the sugar in as called for in the recipe. I minimize my family’s sugar use as a general rule. I also reduced the salt. It tasted great without sugar and with less salt.
Honestly this is the only chili recipe I use now. I do experiment sometimes but this is always my base.
Easy and floavorful. A winning combination.
Wanted to learn how to make chilli so I tried a bunch of recipes, combinations and permutations. This is my family’s favourite recipe. I add other beans as well. They cayenne is a bit too spicy for them but they like a little bit. Thank you for posting this!
Amazing! So much flavour.
Always the best chili recipe. Have made it more than 10 times and my client love it. Thanks
I only did half the sugar and it is still way too sweet. Other than that it is a good recipe. I made some honey cornbread to go alongside it.
Sorry but this recipe called for too much sugar unfortunately my family didn’t enjoy it. I may make it again but omit the sugar
This will be my go to chili recipe from now on. Just the way we like our chili! Made it exactly as directed (including all the sugar and cayenne) except I had no tomato sauce, so added two more TBLS tomato paste and an extra 1/2 cup of water. Next time I’ll make sure I have tomato sauce, but excellent with the minor substitution anyway.
Thanks for this recipe! I followed pretty much exactly, except used half the amount of sugar.
This was very easy to make and delicious. Before I was using premade chili kits and they were bland, but from now on I’m making it like this!
A great base for a chili recipe – I recommend it for anyone thinking – I am in the mood for chili. You can eat this as written or endlessly riff on it. Thank you for the recipe. I made the basic recipe and dumped all the leftovers from the fridge in it and poured on killer Thai bird chilies. But it’s the base that brings it all together.
I will definitely use this again.
Really good recipe that’s simple too! I used only one tbsp of sugar and almost could’ve gone with less. Will be making again
This recipe was seasoned perfectly, I added 1/2 cup extra of the broth, and it had the best texture.
Key is to use 93%or lower fat beef to help reduce the oil, however, it still tasted delicious with higher fat beef.
This is THE BEST Chili ever! I love to cook and have experimented with many chili recipes. This one has simple ingredients with simple instructions to follow. I make it exactly as written in the recipe and we absolutely LOVE IT! It is so flavorful and satisfying to eat. The high temp today in Texas was 94 degrees and I am making this chili for dinner… that’s how good it is. 🙂 I have made this chili many times and it always comes together perfectly.
It was delicious! I added ketchup instead of tomato paste as I was out so it had a nice sweet /spicy tang.
OMG, delicious! I used the recipe with no changes and its a winner in our house. I will make a double batch next time so that some can be frozen for another meal. I have been making chili for over 40 years and this is the 1st time I have written a review, so it must be good! Thanks for sharing this recipe with us, its a keeper!
I make this at least once a month, but I tweaked it by adding lots more beans–an extra can of black beans, garbanzo beans, and pinto beans each, as I am trying to reduce my meat intake. Everyone who I have try it loves it. Thank you for sharing it.
can you do in crockpot
Just made this and it’s so delicious
The seasoning is perfect! I was short on regular chili powder and used Aleppo instead. Easy and delicious! I will make this again!
I love this chili recipe. I use the optional cayenne and I add corn to mine, and it is delicious. I love how fast and easy it is, too. Thank you for sharing.
Super glad I found this recipe. It was easy to follow and it turned out great. Amazingly enough we had just about every ingredient necessary. The only missing ingredients were the ground cumin and tomato sauce. I used ground comino instead and that worked perfectly. I also used an extra tablespoon of tomato paste to make up for the lack of tomato sauce. And we used a sugar substitute, but hey it turned out waaaay better than I could have hoped! I’m actually inclined to curse with how good this turned out. 5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ worthy!
I would have to say this is a pretty good chili.It is also easy to make. I was a little skeptical about the sugar but everything blended perfectly. The family loved it. Thanks for sharing.
This has become my only chili recipe – I’ve made it at least a dozen times. Only addition I make is a some chopped up celery, just because my Grandma always did. But this recipe far superior to any others I’ve ever tried (including Grandma’s). This turns out fabulous every time! Thank you so much for sharing with us all!!
I love celery. I never thought to add it to chili…thanks for the idea!
Amazing. Had to stop myself from a second helping. I’m dairy allergic so this was a treat. Made homemade cornbread to have with the chilli. Perfect meal for a cold and rainy May day.
So delicious!
First time making chili and I have to say this recipe is delicious!!! I used 8oz of tomato paste instead of the tomato sauce and added 1 cup of water. I also added 2 extra cans of beans because we love beans in this house!
Definitely my go to recipe for chili. I may tweak a little. Just because. :). I use brown sugar and add a little Worcestershire. Chop up peppers and onions , use a mix of beans, ( cannoli kidney and black) to make it my own. PT
I’ve made a lot of different chili recipes but this is my favorite. And it’s so easy. Here’s what I did differently. I was out of tomato paste so omitted, my husband dislikes cumin so I only used 1 Tbsp instead of 2, and I added one can of drained pinto beans in addition to kidney beans. Fantastic and easy!
Excellent as is. I used the cayenne and it has just enough bite. Just adults so heat is no concern. Best chili I’ve ever made, according to my two grown grandsons.
This was Fantastic! The Best Chili I have ever made & easy to fix. Thank you for sharing the recipe!
This IS the best chili I’ve ever made! I made it exactly as the recipe called for except for the cayenne pepper. I will be making this again.
Awesome chili, I won a chili cook off contest in my category with this recipe.
Delicious!! I added a few celery sticks with the onion, perfect chilli recipe.
Didn’t care for the sugar in it. It was a little to sweet for my tast.
WOW 👌 THAT IS REALLY GREAT!!!
At age 79 this was my first try at chili, and I got 5 stars! This is really good.
Amazing! The only extra I added was mushrooms 🙂 mine and my fiances favorite !!!
Made this several times, excellent. I use 1 TBS of sugar instead of 2 TBS. That’s the only change I made. Comes out great every time. Leftovers, if any, usually gone by 5he next day.
Great recipe. The only thing i did was add garlic and green pepper with the onion. Dont pass this one up!
Hands down best chili EVER!!! You won’t be disappointed! Amazing!!
Really good and easy… I will make it again soon but will cut the sugar, this was too sweet for me! Thanks.
Never liked making chili till now excellent recipe and can be tweaked to specific flavor liking. Can’t go wrong with this one. No complaints from family and guests and I appreciate the simple affordable ingredients. Seems like a lot of seasoning but don’t hold back …. This is a keeper
My wife and I love this recipe and plan on making it for a party of 50 people. How would the cooking times change for the added quantity?
I made your chili recipe once before and it was delicious.
I don’t want to sound ignorant but I’m wondering if you drain the fat/grease from the ground beef?
I love this recipe! Made on my dinner break and it was very easy to make!! Portion size was just enough for two people. Made it with a salad and My boyfriend loves it. Thank you
I use this chili recipe and always use low sodium chicken broth and it is fine. I would suggest skipping the cayenne unless you like it very spicy.
It’s perfect!! The spices & ingredients are wonderful! I added a little celery & green peppers to the pot cause I needed to use them. It’s so good & perfect for dinner. Thanks.
My secret ingredient (until now) is chipotle peppers in adobe sauce, Smoky and spice works as well as cayenne. And since a can of these is more than you can ever use, the rest goes into a ziplock freezer bag. My frozen chipotle block can then be pulled from the freezer and a cut off a “chunk” when I need it.
Made this chili for hubby and I and served with chili dogs. Delicious! 😋
Topped w/ sour cream, green onions and mexican style cheese…
Very easy recipe to follow…Thank you for sharing with us…😁
Love this recipe! So easy and delicious. I add canned green chilies simply because I like them. Thank you for sharing.
I was never a Chili eater until my sister made this recipe.
Well I love Chili now!! It’s delicious and my family loves it too.
I use this recipe as the basis for my chilli but I tweek it a little every time. I add all the extras. 2 and a half tablespoons of chilli powder can be a bit much depending on the powder your using. Today I’m adding olives, mushrooms and jalapeños. It’s a great recipe it impresses every time.
I made this recipe for chili once and my kids loved it. It is the only recipe I will use.
Pretty good, my only recommendation is to reduce or remove the sugar. I used 1 1/2 tbsp instead of 2, and even that was too much – it’s noticeably sweet. Added a touch of liquid smoke which was good.
The spices and tomatoes all meld together in a wonderful way after it bubbles for the 20 min in the last step. I added macaroni to it (1 cup dry, but cook it and drain),which cut the richness of the tomatoes just right. I love this recipe!
I have tried everything in my chili including dill pickle juice and beer. I never seem to get the seasoning just right. The “spiciness” of this recipe is just right. I was a little concerned about the sugar, but trusted the recipe and so glad that I did. The only thing that I changed was that I used 2 cans of beans. We just like a hearty, bean-y chili. It was perfect, except that i forgot to add the tomato paste to the meat and spice mixture and I know that would have increased the depth of flavor. It’s a keeper! Thank you!
Great recipe. I made all kinds of tweaks and substitutions, but nothing that deviated to much from the core ratios. The two main substitutions I made were soyrizzo instead of beef and vegetable stock instead of beef stock, so my version is accidentally vegan.
I found this recipe about 2-3 years ago and continue to use it to this day. Making it again tonight!! Hands down, best chili ever!
I am not a cook at all, I followed this recipe and my picky family loved it now I can add this to my list which will make three dishes. Thank you so much.
The best, I make it times 4 for a lot of left overs.
I’ve tried many, many chili recipes over the past 20 years and this one is hands-down my favorite. I don’t use quite as much cumin or garlic and I add a bit more ground beef than the recipe calls for to make it meatier. (3 lbs for a double recipe) I also sub a 12 ounce bottle of beer for some of the beef stock. Perfection.
So delicious!! We’re not eating red meat so I used ground turkey and added 1 can of diced chili peppers (the mild ones)
Just used the above recipe but with venison! It was delicious! Thank you for sharing.
I thought this recipe was a lot better than OK, but not the best chili I’ve ever had (it’s a lot better if you re-heat it the next day!). My wife, though, thinks this is the best thing I’ve ever made in the kitchen, and has requested it 5 times in as many weeks. I think the recipe is heavy on the cumin, but if you really like cumin, then 2 tablespoons is just about perfect – otherwise, you’ll probably be happier with using a little less than the recipe calls for.
Very simple and delicious! I added some squares of very dark chocolate to make it nice and rich! Thanks for the recipe!
Our go to chili recipe!!
I’m a Texas gal married to a California beach boy, he says it’s the best! I’m 73 years old and my husband is 80. Needless to say, we’ve tried a lot of chili recipes. Thank you for sharing!
It’s definitely the best I’ve ever made! Instead of olive oil I used bacon grease AND added chopped bacon! Delish!
I just made my 3rd round of this chili and my family loves it. Easy to make fast recipe on a school night the day of and it turns out fantastic. Usually chili is better the next day as is true with this recipe but not necessary. Even with an 8 and 11 year old I use the cayenne and get no complaints.
Can l use pinto beans
I have so much pintos
I always thought I made great chili… then my husband became a recipe chaser and then everyone preferred his to mine…. Until I found this recipe…..the first time I forgot the sugar and it was amazing! No leftovers!!!! Tonight I followed exactly!!! YUMMY!!!
i was using a smiliar receipt but it had minced oniln instead of fresh and no beef broth, i think it was more tomoto sauce instread. so im excited to try this one.
Sooo good. I really like this recipe. Easy to follow and delicious.
This recipe is on our meal rotation
I haven’t tried it with the cayenne pepper and I put green peppers in it. We love this chili. Thank you
This is hands down the best chili recipe I’ve ever tried. I follow the recipe to a T and I double it. I find that the Cayenne makes it a little too spicy for my liking so I put just a teeny bit. I add some fiesta cheese on top and me and my fiancé LOVE it. I have been making this for quite some time now I jus haven’t taken the time to review it. I promise you won’t regret trying this chili soo yummy!
I made this this evening, following the recipe exactly as written, with one exception. I added a 4 oz. can of diced Hatch chili peppers. This is the best pot of chili I’m made in a long time and it was certainly the easiest.👍👍👍👍
Everybody eats my food on Chili night with this recipe! Its easy, hearty, and a family favorite!
Turned out great! Will use again, thank you!
Incredible recipe! I made it for my boyfriend. I added chopped red bell pepper and it was delicious! I also kept the stove on low heat prior to serving so it stayed warm. Thank you!!!
I’ve added this to my regular rotation of recipes. It truly is a classic chili. Husband loves it. And I love how easy it is to make ;3
I typically like spicier chili, however with three picky kids, I made this recipe and they all loved it. I continue to follow this recipe now and we enjoy it.
Tastes Great! Easy to make. 3 year old gave it 2 thumbs up! 👍🏻👍🏻
It was delicious! The recipe was exact, the ingredients were on-hand, and the directions were simple to follow!
Thank you for this recipe. It will be used now for every time I make chili.
This chili is criminally good. Please make this. You will thank me later.
I just had my husband stop at the store to get a few things for this recipe. I’m hoping it will be good. My husband is so picky when it comes to chili. 🤞🏼
I thank you!
I used elk burger, and this is probably THE BEST chili I have ever made ! Thanks so very much for the recipe
sounds good. Is 25 mins enough for it?
Sooooo yummy! THe best chili I’ve made! I just put in about 3/4 Tbsp less chili powder so it wouldn’t be spicy for me or the kids!
What can I use instead of beef broth ?
Chicken broth
Vegetable or mushroom broth maybe if your tryna make it vegan, I made mine vegan tonight with gardien grounds so good
Chicken broth or vegetable stock.
Vegetable broth should work or even water
Are you trying to avoid meat? If so, you can try vegetable broth. If you are just looking for a substitute in your pantry, you could try chicken broth or just water with a dash of extra salt. Or even a bouillon cube.
Add a 2nd 8oz can of tomato sauce. That’s what I did, turned out great.
Chicken broth or vegetable broth. Can also use water and bouillon cubes.
I use beer
I didn’t use any broth. I used 2 cans of tomatoes
Hi! I used turkey and then chicken broth since we don’t eat red meat !
Great recipe, I added liquid smoke to the beef and added corn and peppers. Turned out to be the best chili I’ve ever made! Thanks a bunch!!:)
This chili is amazing! Perfect mix of spices and seasonings. It makes a great base to add in extras too. I substituted ground venison and added a can of green chili’s. Sooooo good!
How much liquid smoke to one pound ground beef?
I used chicken broth and seasoned diced tomatoes. Added a drizzle of olive oil. It turned out delicious.
If I double the recipe should I double all ingredients? Thanks!
Amazing chili recipe. I used Rotel instead of regular diced tomatoes. Only mistake I made was adding the sugar. Will omit it next time.
Made it for the second time. Husband hates what I cook. He came back for seconds both times.
Great Everytime I make it
This turns out awesome every time. I leave out the cayenee.
I add cocoa powder. Great recipe!
I made this for a chili cook off at my work and I won first place! I had never made chili on my own before, so I am grateful I found this recipe.
Delicious!!! I first found this a couple years back and it is still my favorite. Once I found this recipe, I haven’t needed any other chili recipe. The flavors are so good! Highly recommend!
Great recipe!!!!! I guess most people don’t realize that it’s not unusual to add sugar to recipes containing tomato sauce because it cuts down on the acidity and makes it more balanced. I sometimes add corn to mine as well.
So, I rarely cook anything that’s cool. Hubby has been asking off and on for chili. I found your recipe and it looked simple enough, so I gave it a try. My hubby went nuts for it! I believe I did very well! Easy peasy for me! I hate kidney beans…I only added one can. I LOVED them! This recipe spice clearly made them stupid good! I just made it again tonight and am waiting for it as I write. TY TY TY! I’ve got to look at more of your recipes! I feel like a chef now and this has motivated me to cook more things that I never thought I could do.
Yes! Excellent. Minor tweaks like using fire roasted tomatoes and no sugar, but other than that followed pretty closely.
it was very good and easy to make! I did not add the sugar, and did add 1 can of drained black bean! Will make again and again!
Really outstanding. I had to make some changes, using stew meat instead of ground beef and therefore used the slow cooker. Also used fire-roasted tomatoes and cut the sugar in half. But even with those changes I think the recipe as written would still be amazing. Highly recommended.
Very good flavor. Will make again.
Definitely my go to chilli recipe, in fact I have to double it because my grown kids want some too!!
My WHOLE family LOVE this recipe!!!!!
Thank you.
Made chili for the first time last NYE and it turned out super good. Everyone at home loved it!
I do use packaged chili seasoning and it works well except it is a bit spicier than measuring out separate spices. Other than that I use the same ingredients. My beef is leaner 96 or 93 %… it really is delicious… and even better the next day!
Craving chili for this chilly day. Found this recipe and loved all the ingredients. Made pretty much to the T. Except did not have paste so I used a little ketchup. Used Rotel diced chilis and tomatoes and a little extra chili powder. . We love hot. Topped with sour cream, cheese and white onions. Love, love👍🏻
Delicious and easy to make. It’s our permanent chili recipe now!
My husband asked me to make my famous chili. 😳 I’ve alwaysed used pre-made packages. Today I used this delicious recipe, and we both live it! ❤😋
Best chili I ever eaten!!! Every seasonings was perfect amount, I just added 1 teaspoon sugar, don’t pay attention to the people who have always taste problems. Good job with your recipe! Thank you! It’s a keeper!
My husband always says “this is your best yet!” every time I use this recipe 🤣. I absolutely love this recipe! It’s basic, fast, and not complicated. I’m just wondering if u would have to change anything (like add more broth) if u were to cook it in an instapot 🤔. Can u try it and lmk? Lol thanks!
I was wondering if could use sour cream &chive mashed potatoes instead of just sour cream then continue to top with what ever toppings.cheese ,bacon, jalapeños
I found this recipie quite by accident. Made it and my mom LOOOOVED IT!
For me, that’s the ticket we had it with cornbread!
Thank you whomever is the poster if this delicious chili
This first time I made it it was way too sweet, but the other flavors were spot on. So I made it again with just 2 teaspoons of sugar and it was great! This is now my go to chili recipe.
BEST CHILI EVER! This is my go to recipe and my boyfriend and I LOVE IT! Very simple and followed the directions to a T.
This was the best chilli recipe I’ve ever tried! So quick and easy. Tasted delicious 😋
This was quick and easy and delicious. I had to substitute cannelini (white kidney) beans for red kidney bean and I did not drain them — all in!. I halved the cumin and the cayenne after reading comments. The five minute resting was essential to it becoming less soupy. Served with the great cornbread linked in the site.
Awesome! I cooked it exactly as described and it was great!
The best chili recipe! I leave out the optional cayenne. I use petite diced stewed tomatoes that come pre-seasoned in the can with cracked black pepper and olive oil. Top with sour cream and shredded old cheddar. Delish!
Made it for 14 men. My husband said they loved it and was gone in no time. I really liked using beef broth instead of tomato juice.
Just made this for dinner & my boyfriend & I both thought it turned out great!
Delish! Easy, tasty, large portion for 2, however left overs still delicious.
Cumin is a must in chili! That’s what makes it taste like true chili, IMHO, not extra chili powder!
Excellent chili, I’ve never used sugar before but it turned out incredible.
I wish I could have had some leftovers but everyone loved it!!
I used plain yogurt instead of sour cream for the ending touch. This is the best chili recipe ever!
Perfect gold standard. Exactly what I was craving. We do half and half beef/pork. Very tasty. Easy and spices were spot on. Good enough to pass on lugging the instant pot out! Thanks!!
This is truly the best chili I have ever tasted/made. It has taken me years to find a chili recipe my family LOVES. THIS IS IT!!! I double the meat, use double chili beans instead of kidney beans, and use crushed tomatoes (28 ounce can) instead of diced tomatoes.
This was so delicious and easy to prepare My husband eat 2 full bowls. A smal twist: I topped it with cottage cheese and WOW!!!
Best recipe! Hard to please husband loved it! The only things I did differently were I doubled the recipe, added more beans and omitted the sugar.
I followed this recipe exactly as written and it is delicious. Everyone loves it. There is nothing I would change.
This recipe is fantastic!!
Loved…loved….loved this recipe! Thank you
Tomatoes and onions are naturally sweet. Sugar can be cut out completely.
Best chili I’ve ever tasted. I’ve made it a number of times, always doubling up the ingredients. I use ground turkey rather than beef, and beef bone broth for added flavor. Instead of white sugar I use an equal mix of cinnamon and brown sugar, which I find really compliment the cumin and chili powder. Serve it topped with shredded cheddar and some additional diced onions
This is my go-to chili recipe. I’ve made it at leadt a dozen times. Always delicious!
I get rave reviews whenever I cook this. I substitute the following for a healthier version:
93% lean ground turkey
Chicken broth low sodium
Truvia/Stevia in place of sugar
I add the Cayenne for heat
Black beans in place of kidney beans (personal choice)
I make sure to cook this in the afternoon – then take off the burner, keep covered until ready for dinner. Just turn up the heat to low-med to get it nice and warm. This way the flavors have time to marry. Delicious!
Really good chili! My kids aren’t big fans of spices, so I went a little easy on them and they ate it up!
Excellent chili. I halved the cumin, but did everything else according to the recipe. I used cayenne per the recipe, maybe a little bit more. Very tasty and satisfying chili. Easy and quick, too! I give this 5 stars and highly recommend it.
I love the flavor of this chili. It is perfect as is. However, I find that the amount of broth is a bit much. My family and I prefer a thicker chili.
You could add a cornstarch slurry to it to thicken it up without having to cut down the amount of broth. Or you can let it rest longer to get it to thicken up.
Follwed the recipe exactly and absolutely love it. Left out the cayenne and ut still had enough spicy heat. Very good flavour and texture.
This was tasty; the only issue I have is the sugar. I love potatoes in my chili. I always add to my chili or I like to take a baked potato adding our favorite fixings. Kids love this.
Note: If you don’t make your own tomato sauce or paste, then pay attention to how much sugar is in each jar. 10 grams of sugar is the maximum that people should eat in one day.
Cheers.
What is the serving size of this beef chili recipe? Is it a half a cup or is it one cup?
Best chili I have ever made. Followed exactly including cayenne pepper 🌶. My husband really enjoyed it as well. Great consistency and flavor.
My husband absolutely loved this recipe! I followed the recipe except I put only 1 Tablespoon of cumin and a can of pinto beans instead of kidney beans. Delicious!!
My favorite recipe!
This was actually my first time making chili. I added 2 ingredients because I’m like that, and it was amazing. I added a 1/4 – 1/2 teaspoon of Carolina Reaper powder and about a teaspoon of Smokehouse Maple seasoning. It was sweet on the lips and deceiving before I started sweating.
Loving so many attributes of this recipe: Quick to make, easy to adjust dry ingredients as I decided ( on the spot, after tasting) to make extra and freeze for another time. I have a 22 month young babe at home, am almost due to have another and my hubby works out in the snow cutting and splitting wood. Baby doesn’t like much spice, I like a little more but have to watch for acid reflux (so I added vinegar in the chilly) and my hubby likes spice that makes him sweat a little. This RECIPE IS PERFECT for our family.
Thank you for sharing your skills with the world.
I made this chilly twice and my family has said they will not eat canned chilly again. This is a REALLY GREAT Chilly. Love it.
always a great recipe. Do you know how I adjust it for use with an instapot?
Too sweet for chili. I would cut out all the sugar, or at least half of it.
Planning to make this this weekend – can you clarify “tomato sauce”? Do you mean like a Passata or do you mean a marinara sauce? Sorry, I don’t want to mess up!
Great recipe! I used ground turkey, not a huge fan of beef. It turned out Awesome. I used the cayenne as well. Not to spicy! Just the right amount. I served with cheese, sour cream and Doritos on top! 🙂 Don’t knock it until you try it.
I made this recipe with my high school cooking class. They LOVED it, and the classroom and building smelled delicious for hours. I chose to substitute the beef broth with water and a little more of the spice seasonings. I’m going to try adding paprika next time.
I followed the recipe almost exactly and it turned out amazing. Only thing different I did was adding a bit of water to the chilli so I could easily get it to the boiling point before letting it simmer. I don’t know why people think that the recipe calls for too much cumin, maybe they aren’t measuring it properly or are just overly sensitive to spices. I just used a regular tablespoon and levelled it so it’s not a heaping tablespoon. Also used two cans of red kidney beans rather than one
First time making chili. Growing up it was one of my favorites that my dad would make. Always thought (Wrongly, as I learned last night) that it was a long semi-complicated process. This was very easy and turned out very good! I put it on top of corn chips with sour cream and cheese. Couldn’t have asked for a better result. Thank you!
Amazing recipe. Love it! Thank you for sharing.
This is one of the best chili recipes I’ve ever tasted and it’s so easy to make!! I add 1/2 tsp. of cayenne pepper and that goes great with the sweetness from the sugar.
My boyfriend loves home cooking and I love to get in the kitchen and make nice meals for him! I work the nightshift in the ER and don’t always have the time to cook. So when I found this recipe, was excited to try it! He actually said this is the best tasting chili he has ever had! I had only added one tablespoon of sugar and found it to be a little too sweet, so next time will cut to 1/2 tablespoon. Always better to add more later than too much in the beginning! Easy and quick to make! Topped with cheddar cheese and diced raw onion! Warms you up on a cold night! This recipe is a keeper! BTW: Cayenne pepper 🌶️ is great if you like the kick!
Great recipe! Made a few tweaks in part due to young kiddos eating it, but turned out great IMO:
-no cayenne, small can of mild green chilies instead
-sub Pinto beans
-add heavy cream to taste (think I probably did about 1/3 C
Used an immersion blender to smooth it out a little bit a the end (kids don’t love finding a bunch of beans) and it was a crowd pleaser. Would recommend doubling this recipe since leftover chili is even better than the original and not much is left with just one batch!
My family loves this chili, it’s quick and taste even better the next day. I’ve made this recipe several times-never disappoints!
Excellent recipe!
I used beef ‘Better than bouillon’ and beer for the liquid. I also added half a tablespoon of madras curry for some adventure. It was a hit.
Loved this recipe, I really liked that it uses beef broth, cuts down on the acidic flavor some chilis have. Will be my forever chili recipe.
Best chili I’ve ever made. Some reviews say it’s too much Cumin, but I disagree. I used the Cayenne, used only 1 tablespoon of sugar, used Kobe burger and added a can of chopped green chilies. It was a HIT!
This chili was the perfect comfort food for freezing weather! All the ingredients were pantry staples so no trips to the grocery necessary! I made it exactly as written but without the beans. I served it with tortilla chips for a little crunch and added some jalapenos for an extra kick! Definitely will make this again!.
This may be the Best Chili that I’ve ever made! I did half on the sugar, but I love cumin and to me the flavor was perfect! My husband loved it too!
I made this last night for dinner. It was the best chili recipe I have found and will definitely make again.
I only made a few changes. 1) I doubled the recipe 2) after reading a comment posted about too much cummin,
I cut back on it a little. Since I doubled recipe, I used 3 T cummin instead of 4. 3) simmered it all day. This recipe
Is a keeper. Thanks for sharing it
Have been making Chili for years, thoroughly enjoyed this recipe, quick and easy. I did however add about one to two tablespoons of Dijon mustard. Will make this again.
Love this recipe. I add a poblano chili , 1/2 bell pepper with onion. I also added a beer with other liquids. Loved it.
Way to much sugar. Use less than half as directed unless you want a sweet treat.
Perfect for us, just how it is written.
Delicious ! Spot on! This is going to get me through a terrible winter storm getting ready to hit my area. Thank you!
Delicious flavor. Easy to make. Enjoyed eating this Dish. Did not give me gas or a stomach ache.
Made it exactly the way the recipe said to and it was amazing!
This is fantastic, just the right amount of spice. I am so glad I found this recipe, I will be making it for years to come.
I added a tablespoon of crushed chili peppers to give it a bit more depth. Overall a great classic recipe.
Love this recipe! I used 1 tblspoon of sugar instead of two. And I do like cumin so the blend of seasonings was just right for me. I’ll definitely make this again.
Followed the recipe except for the tomato paste, because I didn’t have any. Came out great! Will be making this again, Thanks!
If I could rate this a 6, I would. The family and I ate three portions of nice size bowl serving because it was so good. The balance of the ingredients is what makes it as I’ve had chili my whole life. I made it with pork my favorite meat and it was amazing. I made it as is and I highly recommend it
This was excellent! My only modifications were to cut cumin and chili powder to 1 tablspoon each… I did add about a half teaspoon of smoked paprika for a little smokey flavor. I’ll add pepper flakes or cayenne pepper for more heat at the end. Start slow and ramp up!!
Everyone i made it for LOVED IT. The three of us ate the whole pot. I do agree about the too much Cumin though. But i seem to be the only one who noticed it everyone else said that it was “perfect” so i would definitely recommend!
This is a great recipe! I dont use as much cumin or sugar though and more pepper. I add fresh sliced carrots, fresh mushroom (usually cremini), and frozen peas usually around the 15 to 20 min mark of the simmering process. Then add a bit more broth and tomato sauce as i go. Delicious!!
I normally don’t like chili but I wanted some today. I made the recipe just as called for including the cayenne for some heat. Delicious! Bookmarked the page and will make again.
Turned out great! will definitely try this again.
My husband and I really like this recipe. We like to put chopped onions, sour cream and shredded cheddar on top. I ended up using too much diced tomatoes and sauce. But it still tasted great. I added an extra can of kidney beans and left off the cayenne pepper, since we both have acid reflux. I like the salt taste, my daughter is used to kosher or sea salt and they are not as strong. I suggest using those if the salt bothers you. Great recipe, thanks!!
This chili is the perfect classic chili. I add fresh garlic. The flavor is amazing. I make it often during this cold Midwest winter. Hearty and delicious.
Can I use 2 cans of tomato sauce instead of diced tomatoes?
First time making chili and this recipe was perfect!! My family loved it!!
Can this be made in a crockpot? If so what would the instructions be?
What is meant by tomato sauce? Marinara?
This recipe is great!! Best chili I;ve had in years
Nice and ez tastes great!
i used bone broth and marinara sauce and black beans because it was what I had in the pantry .
Delicious and quick! I would def recommend this recipe!
It truly is the best chili recipe I have tried! Great job!!!
Very good recipe and so easy. I only put in half the cumin called for in the recipe – definitely need to do that or cumin will be overpowering to some.
Also, I have a family of five. I increased the serving size from 6 to 9 and we still did not have enough for five meals. Next time I will increase serving size to 12 and we’ll have enough.
Otherwise, great job and thank you.
Easy, delicious recipe. Best chili recipe I have found. I didn’t add the cayenne pepper. Highly recommend.
Excellent and Simple Recipe which yields amazing results. I substituted the can of diced tomatoes with a can of Rotel. and also added a half can of white/yellow corn. just personal preference. Served it over some fresh backed corn bread and man did it hit the spot. Thank you
I didn’t have tomato paste; instead I used chopped fresh tomatoes and marinara sauce. It tastes awesome.
Best Chili I ever made! Everyone Loved it and had seconds!
Great flavor. I’m not a huge fan of cumin but I didn’t think it was overpowering. Only thing is the recipe for 1 lb says it serves 6…it really serves like 3-4 if you are eating this as your whole entree (at least in my family).
I love this Chilli, fixed it for the first time.
My family raves about this chili! I have been cooking for 43 years and this without a doubt the best I’ve ever made. I just added some cut up steamed baby carrots to tone down the acid. Thanks for sharing this delightful recipe❤️
Amazing!!! It is an easy, no fuss recipe. I substituted the chilli powder for mild chilli powder as have an 11yr old who’s just starting to explore with spice. It’s got depth and flavour without being spicy hot. You still get the warmth and comfort, which is exactly what you want from a good chilli. Definitely will be making again using this from now on.
Thank you for sharing.
I bumped up the spices as well, including cumin which we love, and it was definitely worth the 5 star rating! Making it again now & finishing it off in the slow cooker as did another reviewer. Best chili recipe I’ve ever made. Next time I’ll have cornbread with it.
This was really good and easy. I omitted the cumin because we aren’t fans. This is such an easy recipe with very good results. Thank you!
I followed this recipe last night at my girlfriend’s house. It was super simple to prepare. My girlfriend and I were amazed at how good it was. I will Definitely try it again soon!
A coworker of mine made this and it was fantastic!!! I will be making this for my friends and family!
Great recipe! Easy to follow and easy to make. Delicious!
This is definitely the best chili ever !!! My 17 year old actually asks me to make it at least a couple times a month. She is so hard to please since u never know from one time to the next she hates whatever I make. I’m sure everyone knows what teenagers are like. My husband asks me to make a double batch. Needless to say I give this recipe 5 stars !!
The Best Chili ever! I love chili. Followed the recipe on the most part but I added minced garlic. My husband loved it also. He usually not a great fan of my Chili, but this one changed his mind.
I’m a total amateur – – – Amanda make me look like a pro!!
I cut back on the Chili Pepper to 2 T
I added a Yellow and Red Pepper
I added some chopped Celery
I even phoned a friend about subbing Chicken stock for beef stock. (Which I did)
I got RAVE REVIEWS from my wife!!
Yes!!!
Maybe I should stick closer to what AMANDA recommends but why argue with success?
Too much cumin!!
I’d suggest using only 1 tbs of cumin. Other than that turned out delicious.
Best chili. Pinch of cayenne only.
I tried this did double of everything to make more. But I only added 1 table spoon of cumin for the entire thing. Overall it tastes pretty good.
nice simple but tasty meal for a cold winter night here in Maine.
This chili is perfect.
Made this tonight, first time making homemade chili. I just don’t like any of the stuff that’s already canned. Are used half ground beef and half little chunks of steak.Followed the recipe except I didn’t have any beef broth and learned something very useful: 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce to a cup of water.
A huge fan of tomatoes in soups, and I was afraid three different types of tomato additions would be way too much. But the flavor was outstanding. One of the best chili I’ve ever had. And surprisingly I have enough left for a couple more meals.
Wish I could simply edit my comment after it’s posted but that’s not possible here, so I’ll just make the corrections in this reply. It should’ve said I am NOT a fan of tomatoes in soups. With all that tomato this somehow tasted incredible!
Great consistency! I doubled the cayenne and pepper. Too much cumin for my tastes. Next time I plan to cut it in half. Otherwise, it was great!
This is now my go to Chili recipe. I never have left overs on chili night. Thank you for the recipe.
Loved the recipe! It was my first time making this dish ever and let me tell you it was a SUCCESS. All the flavoring combineded so well. I’m keeping this one for the books lol. My son whose 10 rated this a 10/10 whoohoo!!!. Thank you
Excellent! Easy to prepare, all ingredients that I had on-hand, and even the kiddos liked it. I, too, skipped the cayenne. We substituted a can of diced tomatoes with green chiles, added a bit more broth (just our taste), and used turkey for a leaner option. Glad to have found this and will use it again!
Due to haters of spice, I left out the cayenne. Best non-spicy chili I have ever had. 5-stars!
Excellent chili! I have always made crappy chili until I found this recipe! Everyone compliments my chili now! I do agree with other comments, I only used 1 TBLS of surgar which seemed just right to me! Overall though, this is an EXCELLENT recipe! Thank you for sharing!
We use ground turkey in my home for an even healthier addition, but we absolutely love this recipe!
I’ve been looking for the right chilli recipe for awhile. This is exactly what I’ve been looking for! Only thing I did different was added chili beans and pork n beans with the kidney beans. Absolutely delicious!
I followed the recipe exactly, and we thought it was delicious.
Simply delicious and so easy. Everyone loved and had seconds.
Perfectly seasoned and well balanced. Highly recommend this one. It’s especially great with corn bread.
It really is a great recipe! I use this recipe as my base now and make adaptations as I want, like adding peppers, mushrooms, etc, or not adding beans, but it’s great every time. I think what I’ve been previously missing in my chili was the cumin. Thanks so much!
I was never a chili fan; until now! I’ve made this recipe three times now, and every time I’m so impressed with it! I crave it all the time!
First time making chili and I ended up eating three bowls >_< Definitely going into the recipe book. I followed suit on the cummin, did half. Thank you so much!
This was delicious- very rich in flavor, quite spicey with the cayenne. I think I’d add more meat next time, maybe a half pound more.
Love this recipe! But I used fresh ground chicken breast from Rastelli Specialty store and little celery and fresh diced carrots and sweet corn. It is delicious!!!!! Will make it again. Thank you so much for the great recipe
I think this recipe is AWESOME! The depth of flavor makes this a very unique recipe. I have made a lot of beef and bean chilis, and my husband and I think this is the best we’ve ever had. I used beef with some fat, so I drained it before adding the other ingredients. I also used WAY less sugar. I used about a tablespoon, and I think next time I will use even less, and may use brown sugar instead. I loved how flavorful this chili is, and like all chili, gets better the next day!
Thank you very much for sharing this recipe. ♥ It is delicious ♥. The only change I made was the cumin. I added only 1 tablespoon.
Can you make this with already cooked brisket instead of ground beef?
Best chili is right. Everything is perfect. This is so easy and tastes amazing. Not too watery just perfect.
Literally the best and most simple recipe
I cut the cumin to 1 tsp cause my hubby is picky
Also skipped chili for a couple taps of smoked paprika
Only 1 tsp if sugar and I honestly could go for 1/2 the amount
And 2 cans of kidney beans instead of 1. You can add 3 if you wanna stretch it even more. 1 is simply not enough and leaves it a bit on the soupier side
I also added a little extra salt in the form of seasoning salt
And added some fresh chopped garlic to the recipe
I served it in a bunt of cornbread
Topped with shredded cheese, sour cream, chives
So delicious, even my picky mother wants to take some to work for her lunch
This recipe was extremely tasty. I used chicken broth and ground turkey but still awesome!
Absolutely love this recipe. The only thing I have cut back on is the sugar, but only by 1/2 tbsp. Instead of beef broth, I use chicken stock, and use either chicken or turkey. I also use 2 cans of kidney beans. Very flavorful!
Cut the cumin in half and it will taste much better
This was AMAZING and yes AMAZING in all caps lol . Never made chili but glad I could use this recipe and forever wil!!!
Half chipolte chili powder and half adobe chili powder and yes to the cayenne, SMOKIN!
Meant ancho chili powder
Excellent recipe. Added 1 chopped bell pepper because I happen to have one
I’ve actually won a couple of small chili cook-off competitions, but this might be the best chili I have made I tweaked it a little bit.
I only used one and a half tablespoons of cumin and I added an extra teaspoon of salt.
I used 85% lean hamburger and cooked it a little longer to reduce it down.
Oh, and I used a very sweet onion, called sweet onion LOL.
Great!
Flawless chili. Not too spicy…not bland. A crowd pleaser!
Turned out great! My husband is more into chili than i am because the only chili i like is at Wendys! I know most of you just gasped! Haha. But he says that it is a little sweet & then the spice kicks in. I like spice more than he does,so it worked out well for me. In my opinion its 10x better the next day. Thank you!
Very good! Compliments to the chef!
Made this last night, family LOVED it! Flavors are strong but that’s how we like it. I used 1/2 of required beef, but added 2 more cans of beans, used Swerve instead of sugar, and made a tapioca starch slurry since we like thick chili. Delicious basic recipe that you can tweak easily, yet maintain the goodness of the original. This is our favorite chili now! Thanks for sharing.
Easy and Fast! Perfect to warm you up on a cold day😁. I added a chopped green pepper because I like them in chili. Otherwise, I followed recipe.
I loved this! Will definitely be my go to chili recipe!
I have made the chili three times since I found the recipe. The first time I made it it was a bit sweet. So I cut back sugar to
One tbsp instead of two. Was perfect. I
plan on making it again this weekend. It’s a fav now.
Fantastic!
This IS the best chili I’ve ever made. I used Beyond Meat and omitted the sugar. BEST CHILI EVER!
Made this twice already and even added dark and light red beans
Very good. Very easy. Everyone has different taste when it comes to spice. Next time, I plan on using less cumin.
The only thing i did was substitute the diced tomatoes for 3 cans of rotel with chilis and cut the cumin in half, I doubled the recipe and omitted the cayenne pepper it was spicey enough. This was the best recipe.
My absolute go to recipe. I use a little less sugar and cumin. The older comments noted adding a couple of splashes of balsamic and it’s an absolute game changer.
very good recipe. We like our chili spicy so I used the cumin, ref pepper flakes and substituted the red kidney beans with a can of chili beans.
I used only 1 Tbs cumin and chilli powder, added 1 Tbs red dirt seasoning, ketchup instead of tomato paste and 1 Tbs water plus 2 tsp corn starch because we used it for chillidogs. It was very good .
I have several different chili recipes that I make depending on either how I plan on serving it or sometimes based on the ingredients I have on hand. All of my chili versions are tasty. But tonight I tried this recipe and I must say hands down this is the best chili ever! My entire family raved about it. This is definitely my go to chili recipe from now on.
This is so amazing. By far my favorite chili recipe!!
Absoutely delicious recipe. I doubled it for a large batch but put in about half, maybe less, of the sugar requirement. It was outstanding – I definitely hurt myself with how much of it I ate. Spooned it over a handful of Fritos and topped with shredded cheddar (& my fiancé and his parents put some sour cream.) It was a huge hit, thanks for sharing!
Only 1 word needed….Delicious!!!! Thank you so much for this amazing chili recipe!
I made this chili right by the recipe and it is the best chili I have eaten. Will definitely cook this again and I give it 5 stars.
I alrrdded more tomato sauce. It cut the cumin.
Can you advise how much 1/6 is??? Is that a cup? 2 cups?? 3/4 cup??? That is always a bit more helpful in determining serving sizes.
I’ve struggled with making really good chili so I settled for packets. That still wasn’t so great so I rarely ever make any because I never had a great recipe until now. This is so good!!!!! (I can taste the sugar more than I’d like to so I’ll reduce the next time). Other than this, this recipe is definitely a keeper.
This is soooooo good. The only thing I did different was add 11/2 teaspoons of smoked paprika. The best chili recipe I’ve ever tried!
Delicious…especially with sweet, yellow cornbread!
I love this recipe! I eliminate the cumin and only do 1 tablespoon of sugar, even though it doesn’t really need it. I add diced tomatoes with green chilies. My family loves it. So flavorful
Great and a nice easy recipe. I didn’t change too much other than cutting back on the cumin as noted by others.
Will definitely be making this again. Thank you.
Made with 2 lbs beef bc that’s what I had at the house, after reading the comments I did just a little less cumin more like 1.5 tbsp, used beef bone broth for a little more protein, used mild chili pinto beans since I used more beef, bc I didn’t want to try to measure out more chili seasoning. Came out as the best pot of chili I’ve ever made. Thanks for the great recipe.
My first try at homemade chili and my family loves it. Can’t wait to make it again
Omitted the sugar, used a 15oz can of tomato sauce, used about 2 1/2 cups of broth, very tasty
We all loved this recipe. My son said he doesn’t usually like chili cuz it’s just beans and peppers. This was more like a sloppy Joe texture with a delicious flavor! It’s a keeper.
Fantastic!!! I made this as written and it is phenomenal! I do agree with the cumin comments; a tad too much for my liking.. But it was seriously still so good!!! And! Here’s the winning addition to this recipe… My 8 year old liked it! Win, win, win!!!
My family could not stop saying how good the chili was.
I had to improvise with 2 of the ingredients and then I thought I was opened beef broth but it was chicken, so I did one of each. Allowed to simmer for 30minutes on low.
What was suppose to be for New Years want last.
My daughter told me to make it more often
My husband and I LOVE this recipe. We make it just as described. It is snowing for the first time in our city today in too long and I was so eager to make this chili and some cornbread on a cold, snowy day. Thank you!
The flavor was amazing! Making it for for New Year’s Day so I decided to make it a day ahead. With chile, if I have the time, I like to put it together with everything but the beans and simmer for a couple hours. (2-3hours) This allows the flavors to really come together and the meat and tomatoes get nice and tender. Add the beans and cook for an additional 30 minutes.
Overall Rating from Husband
too much sugar – too sweet
too much tomato
I did not add all the cumin as many people said it was overpowering
In our Chili Recipe we always add Jalapeños and some juice to give it a little kick so this did help the chili.
My husband is our Chili cook in the family and he did add a little more chili powder and cumin to what was already in there to get rid of the Tomato taste.
Now the day after chili is always better so I really can’t wait to see how it tastes.
Next time I will cut back on the sugar and half the tomato sauce and add a little more beef broth just to see what that does but over all I think it was good. Will try again.
For the most part, followed recipe, but cut back on all the spices, can always add more. Added 2 stalks of chopped celery and a chopped/seeded red pepper. Cut beef broth in 1/2, balance 1/2 can of beer. Adds flavor and alcohol burns off. Not a fan of low fat ground beef, used 80/20, better flavor. No salt, no pepper, no cayenne. Add when serving if you want bite.
Pre taste? Superb….Top with shredded Mexican cheese, sour cream and chopped green onions. Will whip up my cornbread tomorrow.
The best chili, I use chicken stock instead of beef broth, Don’t shoot the messenger, everyone loved it, kept the cumin as the recipe calls for, and the sugar, used diced Italian stewed tomatoes, just a personal preference. Excellent, I’ve tried the other 2 “best chilis” that pop up first when searching for best chilis and yours is the best hands down. I also use 2 lbs. of meat, Coarse grind, So I just double all the ingredients.
I made this chili yesterday, I did use ground venison in place of beef, but kept to the rest of the recipe. This is a wonderful recipe for chili. Thank you
This is the BEST chili! I’ve made it a dozen times or more and the two changes that make it perfect are to reduce the cumin to 1.5 Tbsp. and the sugar to 1 Tbsp. Easy, fast, absolutely delicious chili every time – I love it!!
Followed recipe exactly with the exception of using half the cumin per other reviews. Turned out delicious and will be a go-to from now on! Perfect balance of sweet and savory. Bravo!
Really good basic recipe for a quickie chili, but not my favorite. Has anyone tried it without the tomato paste and sugar? I’ve made a fair amount of chili in my time, and feel like the paste is overkill and the sugar only necessary because of the paste…
How big of a pot did you use? Would 4qt be too small. Is 6qt okay? Or 10qt?
Instead of utilizing a variety of spices, I am wondering if I bought a “chili packet” of spices if that would be acceptable?
The best chili I’ve ever made. I used 2 lbs of ground beef as that is what my packages come as. I didn’t think it was too salty. I actually added more salt than the recipe stated. I also cooked my beans in the instant pot first. Will definitely make again.
Did you double all of the other ingredients since you used 2 lbs of beef?
I think the recipe overall is good, but way too much sugar! After tasting, I was searching online how to compensate for the sweetness. After a couple of additions, it turned out ok. If I make again, will try 1/2 tsp sugar.
If you think it’s too sweet omit the white sugar and add 1.5 tablespoon brown sugar, 1/2 Tspn. dry mustard. 1/2 Tspn. garlic powder, and mix with 1/4 cup ketchup and 2 tblspns. white vinegar.
Consider substituting Brown Sugar for that called for in the recipe.
You could have peeled a russet potato and just boiled it in the chili for a while. It soaks up the salt and then should be fine.
I agree too much sugar for chili. I will make it again great flavor otherwise just too sweet for me.
You do not have to add sugar. I never do in recipies unless it’s desert. The tomatoes definitely have enough natural sugar in them to start out with, as the majority of vegetables already have a natural sweetness. I normally buy organic, and that might be the difference. I know the non organic produce taste quite different, somehow the flavor just doesn’t come through like it should, in my opinion. So when the flavor is off, I guess people add sugar, but I think it always changes the flavor for the worse. If someone thinks something sweet is necessary, honey or maple syrup are much better options! I never added sugar to any of my Italian food and everyone loves my food. I am quite certain that Italians never intended for sugar to be added to their recipies.
Agree 100%. Way too sweet. Next time I’ll only use 1 T.
I just made this recipe and I agree way too much sugar. Next time I will do a pinch.
This is a great recipe! I do agree with another maker of this about the Cumin. In my opinion, I would back down the cumin but it is really good chili. I paired this with cornbread(mix) and it goes really well together
Excellent recipe! After reading some of the other reviews I cut the Cumin by 1/2. Seemed to be the perfect amount. I’ll definitely make this recipe often over the winter. Thank you!
We skipped the traditional Xmas meal and decided to do chili. The measurements spot on and the taste is great!
Fantastic. I like cumin but not too much of it so I cut back on the cumin a little and it was absolutely perfect for me.
Award Winning!!
I absolutely love this chili, I make it on the stove and then put it on low in the crockpot for hours. I recently hosted a chili cook off and this recipe won first place!!!!
When I cook it for just myself I double the cayenne pepper, I love it spicy!
Try chopping a chipotle in adobo if you like spice. These add a nice sweet smoky heat.
Did you use all the ingredients listed or make any changes.
I did the recipe exactly as it was called for, but I used 93% fat reduced ground Turkey. It tasted fabulous!!
Topped it off with some avocado, shredded cheese, and a dollop of sour cream. I served it with some cornbread.
Huge hit with my family!!
Can I add beer to this recipe?
you can do whatever you want to a recipe, they are only a guide, make it your own!
Baking, however, is a different story.
Go for it!
Prohibition ended a long time ago! A nice dark Mexican Ale might work or to your taste.
Caution: Any beer added must be approved by the cook via taste test!
I just made some and substituted beer for the beef broth and it turned out awesome!
You absolutely can, I add a few cans of of Texas red or amber in and it tastes awesome
That being said it significantly increases cook time as you have to boil down a bit
Hell yeah. I did and a lil moonshine. Used 1/2 tblsp ginger powder
I did. Subbed in a bunch of freshly roasted tomatoes instead of the trio of the sauce, diced tomatoes and paste and it was great. It’s chili! You can’t mess it up if you’re tasting as you go. Add corn! Go nuts!
I added guinness to the recipe and it was fantastic
I used 1.5 cups of beer and beef “better than bouillon”. Perfection!!
I’ve made this chili several times, but with a few additions: hot honey, unsweetened chocolate, and apple cider vinegar. I also simmer it for at least an hour to let the flavors develop.
I add one bottle of dark beer halfway through the summer. Nice finish.
I do, one can. I tend to go a just a touch heavy on all the listed spices and use 12oz tomato paste instead of the 8 listed.
I did tonight, it was a good substitute instead of beef broth. 🙂
I’d use something like a can of Foster’s
Great recipe! I bumped up all the spices a bit, and just substituted “Trader Joe’s Beef-less Ground Beef” for the meat in your recipe, since we are vegetarian. But all in all an easy yummy recipe.
What do you use instead of beef broth, veggie broth?
We use meatless as well. Plus I cut up butternut squash in our. It adds that extra flavor you didn’t realize it was missing.
Best chili ever. I’ve never been a fan of chili until now. Everyone who has tried it says it’s the best ever too. To reduce the sodium in this recipe significantly I used 1 tsp of low sodium Lawry’s season salt, no salt tomato sauce and diced tomatoes, and I cooked my kidney beans in the instant pot. The kidney beans also have a better taste than can beans. My husband is on a very limited salt diet. Besides, never saw anyone adding salt to my chili. Thank you for this great recipe!!
Are you saying you didn’t use tomatoes sauce or diced tomatoes
Did the same as above. Except added the spices except black pepper to onions when they were almost done cooking. Adding spices with aromatics really boosts the flavor. Also I subbed maple syrup for the white sugar. It was yummy!!
Wow! What a great idea. I’m going to cook the kidney beans in the chili, too!
Did you use extra liquids? If not, was it a dry chili?
The consistency was really good, but the flavor was off. I think it had too much cumin. What could I do to cut the strong cumin flavor? I tried more sugar and chili powder, but that didn’t help.
BTW I give it a solid 4 stars. Would be 5 if the flavor was a bit better.
lol what are u talking about? this was my first time cooking chili and it was absolutely delicious!! my friends loved it too was a super big hit! im using it again for future cooking 🙂
Hmmmm, I followed it to a T, and it tasted normal. Yum!
I added dices of bacon to the ground beef, then let it boil for 25 mins.
Aroma ; tangy flovors. Savory
Maybe add less cumin? Just a thought…
They’re asking what they can do to cut the flavor now that it’s already been added. In cooking, there are certain flavors/seasonings you can add to minimize other flavors.
This is the first chili I’ve ever made. My husband just taste tested it, and he went crazy! He’s THE expert in chili! I on the other hand am no expert on chili, nor cooking! I am also not a fan of chili… however, now I must admit, I love it! Haha, waiting for the cornbread. Might to too full from all of the “taste” testing!
Yeah 2 Tbsp is a butt load of cumin. Maybe they meant 2 tsp?
Add more tomato sauce or diced tomatoes to dilute the cumin. I only used 1-1/2 tablespoons of cumin and less sugar
I cut back the cumin, to 1 tablespoon at the most 1 table And 1/4 teaspoon
You need bellpepper, a little oregano, bay leaf , red chili flakes, and I do all my chopped seasoning till translucent then add freshly chopped garlic for 2 minutes then I throw the ground beef in etc I am a chef in New Orleans!
Cumin has a veryyyy strong flavor. I always use like a 1/3 of what is on the recipes.
Great recipe. I use brown sugar instead of regular sugar. It did seem to have a little too much cumin for taste buds here but I used another couple tablespoons of light brown sugar and it seemed to remedy that. Overall really good!
I always add a package or two of toco packets they sell in the store. They have all the flavor you’ll need. If you want it hot hot just add red pepper flakes.
Great chili
Purchase a different chili powder. Some brands load up on the cumin, others don’t have any at all.
I just made this and I was thinking the same thing. It seems like the cumin is a little over powering.
Same here! Next time I’m doing 1tsp. Way too much cumin flavor
I added 1 tbs of cumin and 1tbs of coriander. I also subbed the sugar for honey. Phenomenal!
I made it too. it was awesome. but next time ill cut back on cumin too. maybe 1 tabl spoon instead of 2. hubby loved it just like it was.
Throw a peeled raw potato in that should help bring the HEAT DOWN
Add a bit of cinnamon to dull the cumin flavor. An 1/8 of a cup of yogurt can also round out the flavor.
Way way way too much cumin in this recipe. Put in like 1/4th
I actually cut all the spices in half for the recipe because I think it’s way too much and then it comes out perfect
I agree..cut the cumin down at least by half.
Try using half the amount of cumin, or less. I found the amount in the recipe too over powering for my taste.
I only had about 2 teaspoons of cumin, so that’s what I used. It was great! I think that 2 tablespoons is too much. 🙂
I might add more beans and see how that helps
Good recipe, skip the sugar though, really screws up the taste.
As with any recipe, I get online I made this as recommended. It was fantastic. I then set about making it “My own.” I don’t really like kidney beans so that I changed immediately (I used black beans (frijoles negros, I used dry beans that I reconstituted from dry.) Along with the onion I used red bell pepper, some baby Bella mushrooms (16oz. sliced), and 12 ounces of rice. These just helped me make the base recipe my own. (Note: When serving the chili I added some chopped jalapenos for extra heat.
So silly, but can you double this?
Of course! Just be sure to double all ingredients and use a large enough pot. I would recommend watching it closer though, because sometimes big batches can tend to stick to the bottom of the pot. Stir more frequently and you should be good to go!
Of course! I just made this with 2 lbs and doubled all ingredients. Next time I’ll probably use a little less sugar, but it’s delicious! I also read a couple comments and used less cumin but it’s your taste.
This is the best chili recipe I’ve tried so far! So simple and flavorful. I also loved the consistency of this one. It was not too thick and chunky but rather on the thinner and lighter side. I think next time I may add some black beans. I also subbed the ground beef with ground turkey, and it was amazing! I actually prefer turkey over beef in chili.
I LOVED this recipe, but my husband did not care for the sweetness. I used a can of ranch style beans since that’s what I had. It’s now printed out & hanging on my fridge. Goodbye to the chili packets I always buy. Thank you for sharing this
I’ve made this about five times and I absolutely love it. I sub about have the chili powder for chipotle chili powder for a bit more kick. It’s fantastic
First of all, this is the first time I have ever added a comment to a recipe. I made this last night. And as my husband says, this was the best chili he ever ate! I was a little skeptical about the amount of seasonings, but stuck with the recipe and it was so flavorful. Sugar is a key ingredient which I had never used in chili. It’s funny because we use sugar in our pasta sauce. Used ground venison, so hardly any fat.
I did add diced celery and diced green pepper. Did not add the cayenne. What I like is that you can vary the type of beans used, red kidney beans, black beans. I used butter beans in my recipe but usually use kidney. I would give this 10 stars!!!
Best red chili recipe ever . Thank you for sharing
I’ve been making chili for almost 30 years ( not a tradition where I was born)
This recipe is a keeper!
Simple, easy and fast! The only change I made was to use fresh garlic ( had a few heads, needed to use it before they go bad, don’t cook much anymore) Delicious! Loved it!
I used ground turkey and it was fabulous. I have gestational diabetes, so I left out the sugar. My blood sugar was normal and it tasted great! Keeper for sure.
All of my family enjoyed this recipe! It’s our favorite chilli recipe we have tried this far. I have 5 children and some of them are very picky eaters and they all had seconds! The flavour was phenomenal and it will definately be added into our rotation. Thanks so much!
Made as written – minus the optional cayenne. Full of flavor, perfect consistency, hearty, and filling! Even without the cayenne, there was a kick in the after taste, but nothing overwhelming and it didn’t bother the kids (or me, who is a baby with spicy foods). I will cut the cumin a bit next time, per other reviews, but made as instructed to properly review. Prep was simple with ingredients that are pantry staples, and cook time was quick enough for busy nights. This was a winner in my home and I’ll be adding this to our meal rotation! Thank you for sharing this yummy recipe!
Fantastic recipe! Love it ❤️ My 8 yr old even goes back for seconds and thirds!
If I could give this more than 5*, believe me, Id do in a Heartbeat!!!!! I cant make Chili to save my life and this recipe has changed that for me. This turned out even better than its been said. My Husband is in love with it and wants this to be my go to for Chili now on. Thank you. I have never liked eating Ground Beef ever and this is something even I enjoyed.
I loved this recipe’s flavor! I’ve added some frozen corn and lima beans to make space in my freezer, and the taste was not affected. Easy to make, too!
Thanks for the great recipe. I have it bookmarked and we make it about once per month, especially in the winter. I like it because the sugar makes it a little more appealing to my kids. However, I use have the amount of auger that is called for. Also I usually cut the garlic down too because of the kids. My wife like extra beans and tomatoes so sometimes I double those and to compensate I double the spices too. Very tasty and thanks.
made a few changes, NOT because i didn’t want to follow recipe as written but rather too lazy to go to store – big can of crushed tom (instead of tom + sauce); chix stock in lieu of beef; and, i tossed in 1.5 of sirloin (because i had it). also used baby red beans instead of kidney. SO YUMMY, and totally flexible to substitution based on pantry availability. should serve to sate the teens for a day or two ..
not to be dramatic but this is the best chili recipe I’ve ever made.
I have searched for 20 years for the perfect chili recipe and I have finally found it. My family loves it. Everyone that try’s it asks for the recipe. The only thing I change is I use crushed tomatoes instead of diced because my family likes that better
Great recipe. Agree about cutting the cumin in half. I like to add beer and Mesa to it, as well.
Fabulous recipe! I added baking cocoa and a tablespoon of espresso just for that mole experience, but on it’s own, it’s still delicious!
Loved this chili. Cut way down on cumin as husband isn’t a fan but the flavor is needed. Left out the sugar as tomato paste is sweet enough for us. Used my home canned tomatoes 1 quart. Taste excellent and quick to make.
Let me just say…I followed the recipe to the tea!!! The best chili ever! I made some cornbread to go with it! My fiancé loved it!
This was such a great and easy recipe!! It was a big hit with my family. Thank you!!
I made for a group I belong to any everyone loved it
A great recipe to have as the go-to chili recipe. Easy to make and delicious too. Definitely a repeater recipe in our house. Added a 2nd can of beans.
Loved this recipe, but next time I will not use the sugar. 2 TBSP is a lot — it does give a sweetness to the recipe. I paused when adding it, but I’m a firm believer in trying a recipe as it’s written the first time. If you do not like a sweet sauce, just eliminate.
I made the recipe exactly as written (without the cayenne pepper) and I really enjoyed it, however, it did seem a little heavy on the cumin. I will probably cut out a 1/2 tablespoon next time.
if I want to do 2 lbs of hamburger do I double all the other ingredients too?
I just made this for the first time and made a double batch. My only suggestion would be to use a little less cumin. I found it a little overwhelming, but the recipe is delish nonetheless!
I make this all the time with variations, everyone loves it. Things that I add:
* Bacon, pan-fried and using the grease
* 1 cup wine or beer
* Honey instead of sugar
Made it tonight and liked it. Will drain the fat off the meat next time and add extra cayenne. Anyone ever tried Pepper Jack Cheese with this? Over all I say five stars
This is very good, I left the cayenne out
I used Smoked Paprika by accident
Excellent recipe! Closest to my Mom’s and brings back wonderful memories! Easy to make and to double if needed. Left out cayenne pepper in case I will share with neighbor!
Love the recipe! I did tweak it a bit though. I think there was a bit too much cumin, so I added only half. I also added some brown sugar and sweet corn to the chili. Also tried adding in some breakfast sausage and it adds more flavor.
Best Chili ever! My family loved it! I followed the recipe but I just put less cumin in it and I tripled the ingredients because I have a big family. I will for sure be making this again in the near future ❤️
tastes great, next time I would leave out the sugar and double the amounts recipe as hard to find 15 oz cans of diced tomatoes and 8 oz cans of tomato sauce.
Great recipe, wife told me this time was better than the last time I made it. Last time I substituted tomatoes with Ro-Tel mild, this time I used regular Rotel along with mild and omitted the sugar.
Thank you I finally followed a recipe it’s delicious
This recipe is delicious. I cooked it last weekend and we enjoyed it so much that I’m making a double batch this weekend. That way I can have some to freeze and some to share.
I did a little adjusting and came up with the best chili I have ever made.👍
Followed recipe other then used
Rotel Diced tomatoes
No cayenne
No sugar
Delish with cornbread.
I never leave comments but this one deserves it. Absolutely delicious.
This is a five-star chilli recipe. My family loved it. Best chilli I have tasted in forever.
This is what chili should taste like. Just made it this afternoon. I like cumin, so that amount was fine. Added some cremini mushrooms and a small chopped green pepper as well as a tsp of caoco powder with the cumin. Threw in a rind of parmigiano for extra oomph. A sprinkle of msg elevated it to a whole new level !
Grated some 9 year old cheddar on top of a dollop of sour cream….ecstacy
Can you substitute brown sugar for the white sugar the recipe calls for?
Sounds yummy! Can you give us your honey cornbread recipe?? I appreciate it!
Krusteaz makes an excellent one,use 1/3 cup of butter instead of the oil, it’s delicious!
Thank you so much! I made this for our company and it felt so great to get so many compliments. Only thing I did was tossed in a dash of wine since I added too much cumin. It helped! I had sour cream, extra chopped onions, scallions, and shredded cheese available for toppings.
Good chili recipe. Very sweet with the sugar.
It is the best chili I have ever had. I followed the recipe exactly, including all spices. Absolutely perfect.
Thank you so much for this recipe, my husband loves it!! It’s so easy and quick. I have a family of 6 so I use 2 lbs of meat and 2 cans of beans so it can fill up everyone. I also use ground turkey instead of beef and it still comes out amazing.
This is excellent chili, even better the next day! It was just what I was looking for! Thank you!
So so good, thank you, my husband and I loved it!
I dont usually use a recipe to make chili, i just throw the ingredients together. For some reason I decided to try your recipe and im glad I did! I must admit i was hesitant to use the called-for amount of cumin and chili powder but Im glad i stuck to the recipe, it turned out super flavorful! I did use fresh garlic (cooked it in with my onion first) and I love cumin so i was okay with the amount but i get why people might want to add less.
I used the cayenne and did not find the chili to be really spicy. I will probably add some Franks hot sauce to mine when serving. Also, i always use one can of dark red and one can of light red kidney beans in my chili so i did that here. It doesnt change the flavor.
Thanks for a great spice mix and spice ratio for chili! I will follow your recipe again.
Easy and absolutely delish!!!! I added a red bell pepper and a jalapeño too!!
So yummy
This recipe is awesome! I’m vegan, so I tweaked it by using 1 and 3/4 teaspoon of Better Than Bouillon vegetable base with 1 1/2 cup of water instead of the beef stock (the bouillon is more flavorful than regular veggie stock). And I also used Beyond Meat sausage and 1 link of Kroger’s vegan chorizo, and 1 tablespoon of sugar instead of 2. Perfection! I love cumin, so I thought 2 tablespoons was perfect, but to each his/her own.
Great recipe! The only thing I changed was the cumin..reduced it to 1.5 tsp
Very tasty!!!
Great recipe. I really enjoyed it. One small suggestion: add the paste when you add the broth, tomatoes, tomato sauce and beans. The liquid really helps to break up the paste much more efficiently.
I love this recipe. Classic good ol’ chili. And I love that I had everything on hand except onion so I just through some onion powder in as I was cooking the meat. I substituted ground beef for ground turkey. No need to drain ground turkey. Instead of beef broth I used chicken bullion and because I love beans I even through in a can of pinto and a can of black. Made it a 3 beans chili and it turned out amazing!!
This is the best chili recipe ever! We’re from Florida and I never ate much soup or chili, I suppose since it never gets cold for long. My daughter randomly asked me to make chili a couple months ago and I thought that was weird since I didn’t know she liked it and it was hot out. So glad I found this recipe! We’ve made it a couple times a month since!! I add garlic to the onions but other than that do everything else the same. Thank you for sharing your recipe, I’m a chili fan now!!
This chili recipe knocks it out of the park! I’ve been using the same recipe for many years and was looking for something new and wow did I find it😁 This recipe did not disappoint. I didn’t change a thing all the measurements are perfect 🙌🏻 My only regret is I didn’t double it😉 I served this with warm baguette and it will definitely be on repeat over here!!
I made recipe exactly as written, not changing any amounts on the ingredients. What I did do was added a little chopped green bell pepper, and a small can of corn, drained. Everyone loved it! It has become MY chili recipe, and I’ve made it many times.
Quick, easy, tasty. I added a bit of smoked paprika because I like a smoky chili. I used the full 2tbsp of cumin and I think it’s just perfect that way. Wouldn’t have wanted less.
I just made this recipe on a cold, rainy day. I used a slow cooker on low for about 6 hoirs. It was wonderful. I am definitely saving this recipe for the next pot of chili.
I added 1/2 tsp spicy chili powder that was from an Indian market. It added a bit of underlying heat.
I made this for a neighborhood porch crawl and everyone loved it! Left out the cayenne and provided hot sauce with the condiments. Making it again for guests this week. A simple and delicious recipe! Appreciate the recipe multiplier, saved me some work.
I don’t ever leave reviews after cooking a recipe. But I HAD to after making & eating this because this is truly the BEST chili recipe ever!! It’s the perfect thickness and has so much flavor!!So good! Thank you
So dang good! I’m miserably full from eating too much! Best chili I’ve made! Thank you! 😁
I am not used to sugar in the recipe, and I added a little garlic salt to counterbalance that, but even before it’s had a chance to simmer it still taste really really good! Thanks for the great recipe! Oh, I also used red instead of kidney beans! We’ll see what the Hubs says: he likes that nasty chili in a can, though, so if he DOES like it that’s another plus! (But I think he will once he’s dropped sliced jalapeños & crumbled saltines on it LOL! 🤢
This recipe is very similar to one my late sister used as her standby and my favorite. It was simply called “Chili Con Carne”. After making your uncomplicated (simple is best) recipe today—I loved this perfect configuration of flavors, textures. I’m a big convert! A welcome addition to the COWBOYS/CHIEFS game this afternoon! Go Cowboys!
THANKS SO MUCH FOR SHARING!
I am 75 living in a 42 foot fifth wheel in Daytona Beach before that I was living in Scottsdale but my daughter wanted me to be closer to her so I moved to Daytona. I am from Northern Michigan and this is the best recipe for someone who eats chili at least once a month.Thank you very very much for this recipe
I think this is a great, simple recipe for a comforting pot of chili this fall/winter. As for the grease debate, I always drain ground beef, not matter the percentage. I did that before I had gallbladder disease, and I triple make sure to do it now that I live without a gallbladder. When too much grease gets in my food, I usually don’t get further than 3 bites. It’s just something to consider for your health.
Its a hit!
Yes, this is the best chili recipe. I was so surprised to see how much cumin was listed, but I used precisely stated and so glad I did—saving this one for sure.
This my second time making this chili recipe. We absolutely loved it the first time with the addition of chipotle, which kicked up the flavour and heat a bit. It was so good. This is my go-to recipe from now on.
A little too sweet, add the sugar next time. Added a red pepper and served with rice, a salad vegetable salsa and fresh bread. Very good
Loved the recipe, Did not have much grease, with 90% meat
First time making chilli and this recipe is so easy! AND it tastes soooooo good!!!!! I didn’t know that stirring the spice mix with the ground beef would bring out stronger aroma. LOVE the smell of it!!! Lowered the cumin powder & sugar as they are not my favorite. Other than that, it smells and tastes exactly like the ones I miss! Will definitely make it again 🙂 THANK YOU!!!!
I make chili quite a bit in cold weather but my problem is it never turns out the same twice because I don’t use a recipe so I thought I’d try to find a recipe so I could be more consistent. This one was great just as it is. And I really hate to be one of those that adds the “except” phrase here but it was a very minor change, I wait to add the beans until close to the end of the cooking time so they don’t get mushy. That’s it, great recipe.
Excellent. Add an extra can of beans, otherwise made as written. We have made and eaten many a chili recipes over the years and this one is bookmarked! I made it for 5 men to take up on their elk hunt. HUGE hit. All the wives asked for the recipe.
Excellent recipe! The time and effort spent in trial and error testing paid off!
(Used ground turkey instead of beef)
This is the best chili recipe I’ve ever tried! No need to look any further. My husband loved it and said it was his favorite of all the recipes I’ve tried. Quick, easy and delicious! Thanks for a great recipe!
I really enjoyed this chili and making it was a breeze. I added a little more heat at the end just for me and… delicious! Thank you!
I make this recipe with plant-based “Beef” and veggie stock. Even my meat-lover boyfriend loves it!
OUTSTANDING!
I made it vegan style with meatless crumbles. I made the base first, then added the crumbles at the end.
The spices were perfect.
I have always been known for my good chili, but this recipe tops them all! I did make a few small changes, nothing that would affect the taste. I used half ground turkey, added a bit of chopped pepper and carrots, and per other recommendations cut back a little on the cumin (although I like LOTS of cumin), but will go full amount next time. As with so many recipes, thought the prep time was a little off, Need more than 5 minutes. I also needed a tad more paste to thicken it, and let it simmer for a couple of hours. Really thought the amount of sugar gave it a nice hint of sweetness. Can’t wait to serve at my next chili dinner in February (annual event)! A real 5-star winner!
Only issue I have is the beans. Where u come from, the moment you put beans in chili, it becomes a stew. Not allowed in my littletowns cook offs. I also add 1 habanero, 1 jalapeño, no sugar and extra cumin.
I couldn’t stop eating it from the pot while it was cooking! I used beef and venison. Turned out great.
Good basic chili but way too much cumin. I would drop it to about a teaspoon and add some pepper sauce.
Perfect flavor and heat with the cayenne pepper. Family loved it and they do not like “hot” chili. Will definitely make this again!
Great recipe! I sub the beef broth for a bottle of beer only because I’ve always done that and also I didn’t have beef broth in hand.
I have made this chili 2x now. I had to double the recipe both times for larger groups, the only change I made was that I use a can of crushed fire roasted tomatoes instead of sauce because i didnt have enough sauce on hand. It turned out amazing. Both times I made it, there was not a drop left and I got many compliments. My husband (whom is very particular about his chili) was dissapointed that there were no left overs for him to have the following week. Guess we will be making more.
Just made this chili and it was a hit with my family. Tweaked it by adding minced garlic, dry red wine, diced jalapeños.
The best recipe I have found!!
This is my second batch using recipe. In addition to beef, I add ground Lamb. My freezer gets stocked for those cold and hungry winter days.
Loved it, a big hit with my family! Doubled everything to make a bigger pot. Will use it again, and again. Thank you!
Made this today and we just loved it. Only difference was that I omitted 1 tbsp of sugar and 1 tbsp of chili powder. Also added 1/2 can of Mild Rotel.
Delicious! Recipe is a keeper.
Pretty good recipe. Next time, I’ll use 1/4-1/2 the sugar. Way too sweet for my taste, which kind of ruined it. I tried adding extra chili powder and cayenne to hide the sweet, but it didn’t really help.
Best I tasted
This is one of the best chili recipes I have ever made, it is my go to. Sometimes I drain the grease, sometimes I don’t, either way it is delicious. It is always gone.
Absolutely love this chili recipe. I am just wondering what 1/6 of the recipe would be for serving size? How would you measure that out? I track calories so I just want to know how much I can eat for the nutrition information for the Serving: 1/6th of the recipe | Calories: 334kcal
Just made this yesterday and it was delicious. Will definitely make this again and again.
Easy to make and great flavor
This is a delicious recipe as it is, but one can take it to the next level. Fire roast red and green and Chipotle peppers as well as roasting some fresh diced garlic, six cloves, in the olive oil. Put the garlic in first, and when it begins to brown and reaches the point of fragrance, add chili powder and cumin, then add the meat and onions. Sprinkle a dash of flour on that and brown. Then deglaze with a cup of red wine. Cook in the wine, scraping the delicious glutamates and other flavor compounds off the bottom and add the other ingredients. Don’t use tomato paste if you want the best flavors, just add forty or fifty ounces of fresh diced tomatoes, and simmer the resulting chili for three hours at a very low temperature. Bon appetit!
Best chili! Excellent recipe, you can definitely use this recipe alone or do add ons!
Surprised this chili has so much flavor given the little amount of ingredients. I was tempted to add more stuff, but I trusted the recipe as written. This rivals my husband’s complex, many ingredient, cook-all-day chili.
I added a packet of taco seasoning and 2 tbsp of white vinegar. Absolutely delicious!
This is the perfect recipe. I added chihuahua cheese and a dollop of sour cheese. It was simple, quick and delicious! Thank you.
Awesome Chili! I used 93% lean beef for a little less fat. I’m also a bit more spicy so I added red pepper flakes and doubled the cayenne pepper. The makes the perfect balance of sweetness. Will definitely add this to the regular list of cold weather meals!
I like the chili. Just a tad too much sugar for me. I will only use 1 tbsp. next time. I also, like celery in my chili so
I added that and it was delicious. I will make this my go to recipe for chili. I typically have all ingredients in pantry so its an easy mal to prepare.
Would this cook well in a crockpot?
Way too much cumin.
I loved this recipe…found it very tasty, I didn’t use the cayenne. The only thing is I would have liked it a little thicker…not sure what I did wrong, maybe cause I didn’t use tomato paste?
Supreme for such a simple recipe. Followed it to the T and it came out perfect!
Can I add extra beans to this recipe
Near Perfection! I wish I would’ve read the reviews first, definitely would have reduced the Cumin. Otberwise this was fantastic. The only change I made was adding some roasted corn. Delicious meal for the cold weather ahead.
This recipe is really solid – I cut the sugar and cumin in half. I drain the meat, skim it, and put it back, and add chicken bullion cube.
Excited to try this……any suggestions on making it in the crockpot?
Best part of chili you can tweak it anyway! Great recipe though and I have tried a lot of different recipes love different spins on stuff!! This is my husbands favorite and mine!
The chili was really easy and super delicious. The tomato paste gave it richness. I didn’t use cumin. I added some minced garlic. I highly recommend, sharp cheddar cheese, sour cream and some Fritos with some hot sauce. I definitely will be cooking this again.
My whole family loved this and it was easy to make!
I commented on this recipe a few weeks ago, but wanted to share that I changed it up a bit to make something a bit different. This time I used black beans & corn instead of the kidney beans and BOY was that chili GOOD!! Also it was very colorful and went perfectly with Fritos & cheese. This is my favorite recipe!!
I followed receipe exact! Beat chili I have ever made! Thank you for the receipe.
Delicious. I’ve been making chile a million years. I cut the sugar in half and used brown sugar (never added sugar before but it worked). Cut the cumin in half. Used dark beer instead of broth. Added two cans of beans because we like extra beans. And I added some chipotle powder. Served with cornbread. It was a big hit.
Can you double the meat and leave out the beans?
If you asked someone to take you to a restaurant that had the world’s best chili, and they took you to a place that served this recipe, you’d say “Yep! This is the best chili I’ve ever tasted!” It’s that good.
I substituted brown sugar for the white granulated sugar, and used 1 tablespoon of cumin and 1 tablespoon of cinnamon, rather than 2 tablespoons of cumin.
I might add a half pound more beef and a half can more beans next time, but holy moly that’s great chili!
The best chili seasoning I have ever made my chili was the best made it last night for dinner it was raining outside and a tab bit cold inside that’s what made it better too with some sour cream and cheese use and on the bottom Michigan grill calf style chips
Made this last night and I’m making it again today. I live in Texas where chili is the state dish and this is AMAZING!!
Something else that’s good in chili as a topper is Extra Cheesy Cheezits
I made this recipe last night for dinner and my husband LOVED it. Based on other comments, I did cut the Cumin in half and next time I think I will add a larger/more onion. I topped the chili with cheese and served with honey cornbread and a glass of milk. It was wonderful and perfect for a chilly night!!
I cut the cumin by about 1/2, but added about 8 oz of beer for a little extra flavor. I am going to serve it with avocado, shredded cheese, chopped green onions, and sour cream for optional garnishes.
This recipe everyone could enjoy. It was very flavorful, yet not to much heat. We chose to stay away from the cayenne and provide hot sauce on the side. This will be my chili recipe from now on. Thanks!
Best Chili recipe ever! I used bison and a splash of balsalmic and 1 C of frozen roasted corn. To die for!
So easy but can make in a crockpot if you wish. Nothing but rave reviews!!
Has anyone tried this with fire roasted tomatoes? Those that love it, does it have a very very strong tomato flavor?
I used fired roasted tomatoes and blended them in food processor NC my fam doesn’t like chucnks. Lol. It was very good!!
As a matter of fact I’ve always made this recipe with fire roasted tomatoes bcs it was all I had on hand the first time I tried the recipe and it came out great!
I made mine with fire roasted tomatoes. It is solo good. Try it!
The only difference in fire roasted and regular canned tomatoes is that the fire roasted have a greater depth of flavor with the touch of smoke. I almost always substitute fire roasted when canned tomatoes are called for.
I used fire roasted tomatoes with green chilis! It was great!
I made chili for the very first time last night and I used your recipe , Amanda. My Family and I loved it so much. My Husband had the leftovers for breakfast this morning. This revipe is a keeper. Thank you Amanda.
H.M
Does anyone add pasta noodles?
Are you in the Cincinnati area? Pasta noodles are popular in Ohio and Indiana thanks to Skyline chili, but that tends to be a much thinner meat sauce if I remember correctly. Still, pasta noodles and convent shredded cheddar are amazing with it!
When I was a kid my mom would add macaroni noodles to her chili, kind of a goulash sort of thing but not actually goulash, it was pretty delicious as far as I remember though.💁
Yes…I added elbow noodles..I cooked them ,then added with 2 cups of pasta water…DELICIOUS!!
Our family LOVES eating chili over a big mound of spaghetti! 😋
I often serve leftovers over rotini pasta!
That’s an Ohio thing I believe.
Pasta is never in chili, however, i am sure serving it OVER pasta would be delicious 🙂 My husband likes his over rice. I like it as-is but I can see either one working. Its also good to put on top of a baked potato.
Yes! Pasta shells add a nice twist.
Ooh, so delicious! I followed directions and ingredients *except* I used 1 tablespoon of cumin instead of 2, as well as added the 1 tsp of balsamic vinegar after reading through some of the reviewers’ suggestions. Some times, chili is too runny or too thick, too bean-y, not flavorful enough–this chili of Amanda’s was splendid in every way; thank you for sharing! I feel lucky to have found this recipe and will absolutely make it again and again. My-must-haves with chili are grilled cheese sandwiches made with Master’s English muffin toasting bread, Hellman’s mayo on the outside, two slices of Kraft sharp American cheddar per sandwich along with a nice, cold glass of milk, yummy! 🙂
Definitely the best chili recipe ever! This is my go to recipe and a huge family favorite…..Thank you!
I’ve made this a few times I love it I added red pepper give it a little kick
I substituted a 1/2 t. of cinnamon for the cumin, large can of tomato juice and also added finely chopped celery leaves…for a winner
I forgot to rate it! It was great!
I just made this and really like it. I added less Cumin after reading the comments and it turned out perfect! Thanks
Delicious recipe. I tweaked some things. Added green bell pepper and fresh garlic. Also, used half of the amount of cumin and used Bush’s chili beans instead. Added a little onion powder too. So good and really quick
This is terrific! Finally have a goto chili that is delicious, easy, and quick. Thank you!!
Don’t usually comment on sites but I followed this recipe and made literally the most delicious Chili I’ve ever tasted.
Slight change was I used 1 can of chopped tomatoes instead of 1 can of sauce and 1 can of diced.
Me too RG, I used a couple of cans of Rotel instead of tomatoe sauce.
Best chili I’ve had in a longtime
Too much cumin. Other wise great.
No such thing! 😀 All of you send me your cumin: I’ll give it a good home!
I agree. Too much cumin. And I am a fan of cumin.
I agree, to much cumin.
I am not a fan of cumin. Next time I make it I am not adding cumin. Otherwise a really good chili. It has a chili con carne taste.
Very little or no cumin for me next time either! It was very overpowering!
Great recipe but I always put in a red pepper and green pepper diced.. give it a bit more colour.
I have only made chili one time before. I made this recipe for a chili cookoff (I omitted the onion and Cayenne). I won first place. I was so shocked. It was the first time I had made this recipe. Everyone loved it. Thanks for the winner recipe.
That’s is so AWESOME!!! Congrats! I’m making some of this tonight and also omitting onion bc I’m out. Hope my family likes it . …. we shall see.
I also won a chili cook off with this recipe! Yum! I used about half the cumin and chili powder. I think the beef broth adds a lot of flavor.
This is an excellent chili recipe. Everyone seems to be a fan. The only thing I would critique is that the recipe doesn’t say “pour off grease” after cooking the meat. I know most people would know that you do that, but some new cooks may not! This needs to be added I think!
Also, I tweak it a little; it’s an awful lot of tomato with the paste, diced tomatoes, and the tomato sauce. Although I triple the recipe, I just use two cans of diced tomatoes.
No need to drain the ‘grease’ after cooking the meat, the fat in it gives tons of flavour.
i agree with not having to drain the grease. it tastes great with or without.
I made this AWESOME recipe and did NOT drain grease. I live in greater Cincinnati area where our chili ” Norm” is Cincinnati Chili ( skyline). Very different spices and no onions/ tomatoes etc. One thing I prefer about Cincinnati Chili though that I do when making CLASSIC chili is the really fine small texture of the ground beef. To get this, I was taught to place the ground beef in about a cup of water then cook and break apart while it cooks not draining fat. I n this case I cooked onions as directed then added beef broth instant of water to cook ground beef then added rest of ingredients plus an extra can of diced tomatoes that had green chilies in it as well. It was awesome not to fatty. It didn’t even develop a fatty layer on top after refrigerating left over. Great recipe!!! 5 stars
I noticed this as well. I drain the grease because I couldn’t imagine it sitting in your stomach but make it feel sick. Otherwise I love this recipe it’s amazing normally last us 2 to 3 days.
Pretty good, however maybe a little too much cumin. I did about 1.5 of everything for a bigger batch…needs tweaked but not sure what to add…
I just made this and yummm. I didn’t had diced canned tomatoes, but had 2 very over ripe tomatoes and a jar of chunky salsa. I also used less garlic powder because I added fresh garlic instead.
but if you actually use 90% low fat beef as suggested, you won’t have enough grease for anything!
I never drain my meat .I use 90% lean and not draining adds to the flavor in my opinion.
Very true.I always use the better chuck.
I usually use 96% ground beef in all my cooking. I made this recipe before and loved it, I am making it again at my sister-in-laws request. She gave it rave reviews! The only thing that I would change is that I found it a tad too sweet so this time I am only going to use one tablespoon of sugar…..and yes I am going to use the 90% ground beef this time. Why? Because I think others are correct. It will add flavor! I’ll let you all know!
I totally agree!
I love the grease 😀
Yes I definitely did not know I was supposed to pour the grease lol ! This was my first time making chill however and it actually turned out really well I had to add a little corn starch, but I know that was because I didn’t dump the grease lol!
It’s actually up to you if you want to drain it or not. It’s obviously more healthy to drain it, but the grease adds lots of flavor. I personally drain but I’m also watching my waist lol. There’s nothing inherently wrong with not draining it though
The corn starch is way more damaging than the “grease”
The amount of beef fat in a pound of ground beef is negligible and is definitely where the flavour lives. Most of the liquid you’re draining off isn’t even fat at all… if you’re really concerned, make the chili, refrigerate it, then scoop the fat off the top.
Using 90% lean ground beef (as the recipe states) eliminates the need to drain any fat. Follow the recipe for optimal flavor. I use two cans of beans for a sturdier texture.
The type of ground meat I use doesn’t have grease left over.
Yes I agree. I didn’t drain the Grease and it did not come out good. Now I drain and comes out perfect!
I used the 93% lean beef and it was perfect!
I also added chopped mild banana peppers and minced garlic and chopped scallion whites. Perfecto
Tip : I know ppl love using ground beef but ground turkey makes a great substitute and there is a lot less grease . Also adding brown sugar takes away from the acidity of all the tomatoes . I use a small spoon of tomato paste . A small can of tomato sauce and 2 small diced tomatoes
I also DO NOT USE CUMIN
This recipe is fantastic!! I make it pretty much once every week and everyone loves it! Sometimes I’ll use turkey, or add bacon, or corn, spinach whatever you want! This is such a great universal chili recipe, I can’t recommend it enough!
I used fresh garlic and omitted the tomato sauce & paste using just diced tomatoes. Did add a small amount of the liquid from the beans. Flavor & texture were fine.
My regular chili recipe uses 4 lbs of cubed chuck and takes hours. I wanted something that was quick and easy, a small batch size and gave me chili coziness on this cold winter solstice night. This nailed it. I added chopped red bell pepper for color and texture, omitted the optional cayenne, but opted for a half can of chipotle in adobo for some heat and smokiness. It’s terrific! Will definitely make again.
This dish is absolutely delicious and my favorite! My definite go to chili recipe!
OMGOODNESS! I’ve never written a recipe review. This chili recipe, however, was so good and easy I thought I just had to chime in w/the other reviewers! My husband has made his version for yrs, which our family thought was pretty darned good. Somehow I stumbled on this particular recipe, though and after reading the exiting reviews thought I’d just try it. I’m delighted to tell you it’s become our “go-to” recipe. Excellent! Thank you!
Made this recipe and it was a hit!! Only extra ingredient I added was bell pepper. Chopped it up and added it to the onion and beef mixture before adding everything else. Oh and I also added pinto beans along with the kidney beans. This is my go to recipe for chili now!
Love it! Came out just perfet.
Simply delicious. I didn’t have beef broth, so I used vegetable broth. I followed the recipe exactly otherwise.
I used venison burger instead
Thank you so much for the recipe. It’s delicious.
The recipe was very easy to follow.
My grandson loved this he ate 5 bowls through out the evening
So easy, so good, and only one pot necessary
Easy to follow and delicious
Make this for our family get together the only think I did different when I doubled the recipe was instead of added 2 packages of ground beef I used a package of Italian hot sausage it was really good.
I am not great at cooking, but I decided to try the recipe and it came out perfectly. Super easy and hit the spot.
Very simple to make. I usually make my own version, but decided to try this out. It’s was surprisingly very good. I think I’ll use it from now on. My wife actually liked it better than mine. There is only 2 of us and it’s perfect for a couple of meals. The only thing I added for me was some diced onions and a little diced jalapeños on top. It was perfect if you like a little more spice than most
Very good
I have this recipe saved for good reason! Very tasty and it’s easy to tweak for taste.
Hey this recipe sounds great! Could I make it in the crockpot?
I just made this in the crock pot and it came out great 😊 just cook the ground meat and onion first then drain and add to all other ingredients in the pot. I put it on low for a couple hours or you can put it on high for an hour and it is delicious 😋
Best chili recipe I’ve ever made. I had all of the ingredients on hand. Threw in a 1/4 cup of frozen diced pepper. Left out the cayenne as I prefer less heat. Just enough for 2 person household. Thank you for sharing this.
I cook a great deal and this chili recipe is the BEST. I have never commented on a recipe until now, but because it was SO good, I felt I must say something. What surprised me most, was that I followed the recipe exactly and the seasoning proportions were perfect. Often, that is not the case. The only thing different is that I used my home-canned tomatoes instead of paste. I recommend this recipe to everyone and I am printing it off to keep in my recipe files.
I rarely we’ve comments about recipes! This was outstanding! 100% the best chili! I canal throughout all other chili recipes I finally found some thing I love! Thank you so much for creating this
I’m just been an ordinary cook but now I have the time to be a little more creative the chili turned out great family enjoyed it I liked the directions the pictures easy to follow indirect I don’t like improvising thank you
This recipe is great as is. I have made a couple adjustments to experiment and it also turned out great! For those who might like to try…
omit the sugar, I did a very small sprinkle of cayenne, add a dash of cinnamon (adds a “warmth” that I appreciate on cold days) , 1 can kidney beans, 1 can of pinto, 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar (my “secret ingredient” for chili!…adds a great depth of flavor). Served with tortilla chips. Enjoy and happy cooking!
I also added about a cup of water.
Wow this chilli recipe is so simple yet delicious. I followed this recipe but substituted the ground beef for lean ground lamb from New Zealand and used a Vidalia onion. I let it simmer for an hour to develop a rich broth and served it with fresh baguettes. We finished the pot and my husband asked me to make it again tomorrow.
Delicious! I made it for my family and it was a huge hit! Would make it again
Love this chili recipe. Made it the way you described and it tastes delicious. I usually keep all the ingredients in my cabinet just so I’m a mood for chili just go buy the beef. Thanks!!
Loved it! Will maybe use a little less sugar next time.
Can you use chicken broth instead of beef?
Yes! I used because thats all I had in the freezer (I make the broth myself from the carcass of a store bought roasted chicken).
It tasted great!!! Great recipe!!! Just like moms!!
I did 🤷🏾♀️ Tasted great
For what it’s worth, my husband made this with chicken broth and it was good.
That was exactly my question, since I have a ton of chicken broth and no beef broth handy! Thank you so much for the comment!
My family and I love this recipe and we love cayenne, even the kids but I cook with it a lot so we leave it in. I also add diced up belle peppers in ours😋
This has become my go to for chili. This ticks all the boxes and I’ve had rave reviews from the family.
Too much cumin, assuming it is a typo. Wish i read the comments before! Otherwise would have been perfect. I also added green pepper and corn 😊
I stopped eating Flour and Sugar 8 weeks ago. I made this chili minus the sugar and it is amazing!! Just the right amount of seasoning. It is fast and delicious! Something I can meal prep for the week and not get burned out on it. 5 Stars for taste and easy prep!!
I make this and then put it in the Instant Pot and select the chili button to let it all pressurize together.
Great recipe I made a few tweaks to my liking and added hot sausage for the kick!
Did you do the sausage in place of hamburger, or with?
loved it!!!Quick and easy
How many person does it series
The best. My family enjoys whenever I make it.
I left out the sugar and used Rotel instead of diced tomatoes. The recipe is excellent.
I made the recipe in less than half an hour and my husband and me loved it. It was better than using the pre measured envelopes.
Curious, can you do this in a crockpot? if so, what changes would you make?
Excellent recipe… I substituted 50/50 chili powder with ancho chili powder. Absolutely fantastic, I think next time I’ll cut a bit of the sugar out. The ancho gives that unique smoky flavor.
It is wonderful. I have to hold back a little. This is my first Chilli. I am so pleased it turned out well. sweet and tangy and healthy. Thank you.
Best Chili Recipe for sure! So simple yet hearty and filling! My Family loves it! Thank you for sharing!!
Followed the exact recipe and it was good but much too sweet so will probably make again without the sugar, or at least way less of it.
Very nice recipe! Followed it pretty closely – and was very good
my take is that brown sugar is always better for complexity than white sugar. has a deeper flavor. so I subbed that. but thats it!
I just made this earlier this afternoon and let it sit on the simmer for a couple hours. I just had my first bowl – yum!!! I didn’t put in cayenne pepper due to young girls at home. I put in a 6oz can on tomato paste (for the tomato sauce and paste), but didn’t add any extra water. Otherwise, I followed everything exactly. SO good! I can taste the sweetness which is wonderful. This will be my go-to chili recipe!! Thank you!
This was great! Made some baked potatoes on the side, and my husband LOVED it! Thank you! Will be saving this recipe!
Best Chili Recipe Ever. The taste is outstanding and the recipe itself is very simple. Truly outstanding.
This was wonderful! I used a little parsley. But thus us so good! I never thought of using beef broth.that was the difference in this and my own recipe. Broth made it so much better.Fantastic. Will make this once a week enough for left overs.yeah left overs!!!!
I have made many different chili recipes over the years and my husband & I love this one the best!
Skip the sugar. I’ve been trying to counteract the sweetness with vinegar and lemon juice. Still too sweet for me. It has heat, but still too sweet. Wish I didn’t add sugar till I tasted it.
I just read a trick to add 1/2 tsp of baking soda at the end. It cuts down on the acidity of the tomatoes. Sugar is used for that but can alter the taste. The sauce will bubble when you add it. Stir until the bubbling stops. Hope this helps
I added the sugar after I tasted it. I only added 1 tablespoon.
I love this recipe! I have made it a few times. I don’t like cumin and don’t keep that on hand, but it is easy enough to omit and still tastes wonderful! I invited my mother and her sister over to enjoy and they raved over it. Just a great recipe.
Probably the best chili I’ve ever had. I’m my own worst critic but this right here hit the spot! I don’t really measure my spices so I can’t say much on tweaking it. I did add less cayenne though, that’s it! Made some homemade cornbread on the side and everyone’s impressed !
Made this tonight and double it some. So good. Glad I came across this recipe. Will definitely be making it again.
This is the best chili recipe! It is so easy to make, and the flavour is fantastic. Pair with a warm cheesy muffin and top the chilli with grated cheddar cheese for an extra touch! Yum
Best chili I’ve ever made. I used deer meat and added a can of chili beans. Won’t make it any other way from now on (unless I don’t have deer meat on hand). Trust me, you will love your pot of chili😋
Kelly, good question and I was thinking the same thing. I browned the meat separate so I could drain it then mixed it with the browned onions/garlic later. Turned out great!
Love this recipe. I leave out the sugar, use a serrano pepper chopped and cooked with the onion for extra heat. We always double it because it’s so good!
Was planning to make this today but wanted to double check on the instructions. Am I not supposed to drain after cooking the ground beef?
I drained all but a tbsp from ground beef drippings as mine was 80/20-I added green bell pepper, rotel tomatoes with habanero, tsp of cocoa, 1/2 cup of beer and omitted the cayenne (plenty of heat already) and this was amazing…new favorite chili recipe!!!
Awesome!!! Funny, we made it the same time! I had justtttttt replied to you! 😃
I used 2lbs and it was perfect
Did u double the spices too
is 1 lb of meat enough ?? Want leftovers
I doubled the hamburger and used 2 cans of mixed beans. The best chili I have ever made.
I always like to add more meat because I just like more meat in mine. I do this with other ground beef dishes as well.
I doubled the recipe and my family gobbled it up! Still no left overs ;(
Yup! I always use 1 lb and make less or more using broth
I dbl recipe, adding two pounds plus a bit extra.
My family love it! I just lessened the cumin and chili and still came out great! Thanks for sharing!
Just tried this recipe for the first time! It was a HIT with my family!! Thank you for whomever placed this recipe. Looking forward to making this chili again!! Thanks
So glad this recipe was posted. And so grateful someone took the time to share such a wonderful and awesome recipe. Thank you <3
Amazing! Perfect! I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out so delicious
I just made this recipe for the third time, but this time I doubled the recipe because my husband wanted more leftovers because it is so good. I follow the recipe exactly except I add more beef broth on the double batch (a box of beef broth is 4 cups and it does not change the taste by adding a bit more). I am 68 and have been making chili for 50 years… And this is the best!!
This is my second time making this recipe and it is still good I leave out the cayenne pepper because I also have little ones once they get their both filled. My husband and I sneak a little cayenne pepper in the pot our kids don’t eat that much and they usually don’t like leftovers😁
Excellent! I left out the sugar and cayenne pepper and it was wonderful. Best recipe I’ve found.
Amazing recipe!! I modify it a little. I add a can of corn and black beans and extra ground beef . Even better!!!
Good but way too sweet. I think half the sugar would have been ok
Great recipe, although I didn’t add the extra sugar, I did sneak in a green pepper! Gotta get the veggies in. I also made the cornbread to complete the meal although I found it a little too sweet. Grandson loved it though. All around, great recipes. Thanks
Tried this tonight and my family loved it!! Just had to leave out the beans, but not my choice!! Lol. Will definitely be making this again.
So good, I always do two different type of beans and add a little more cumin and chili powder. Love it made twice this week, had to double the recipe this time.
Excellent but easy and quick. We are “spice wimps” so I cut back the chili powder by 1/2 tsp and deleted the cayenne pepper. Served it with shredded cheddar, sour cream, and corn bread. Great Sunday night dinner with enough left for tomorrow!
Delicious! I added some chopped green and red pepper! So yummy! Thanks for sharing!
This chili is delicious!!! I enjoy making it so much. Such a comfort dish.
Wow. I haven’t even sat down to eat it for dinner yet and it’s already delicious. I think next time I’ll omit the salt since all the ingredients contain plenty of sodium. And based on the comments, I only did 1 tablespoon of cumin.
Too much garlic and sugar for my own taste, and perhaps too much cumin. I used crushed tomatoes instead of petite because that’s what i had already. If i cut the garlic in half and eliminated the sugar, perhaps entirely, then i think my family would love it.
A classic chilly that
Reminded me of my childhood.
I wouldn’t change a thing,
Thanks!
I used pinto beans because I husband grew up on pinto beans. I enjoy kidneys beans. I loved this recipe!! It is my new favorite chili recipe.
This was so good! I tripled the amount of meat and doubled the rest of the ingredients. Friends and fam enjoyed it! Thank you for sharing!
I made some yesterday and it was delicious 😋 and homemade cornbread 😋 yummy yummy my first time and it was durn good
Great recipe, though I did tweak a few things here n’ there after making it a couple times. Bacon grease instead of olive oil, half n’ half beef/pork, cut down on the cumin, a sprinkling of cinnamon, and a half bar of very dark chocolate to cut through some of the sweetness. I also sautéed the tomato paste beforehand and let it caramelize with some of the spices before adding the onions and meats. Made a BIG difference in the finished product.
I made it today. Used 2lbs ground beef and added 1 green bell pepper. Will definitely be making it again. My husband really liked it too.
The recipe was really easy to follow. Since I’m not such a great cook , I prepare the meals and my Chef husband comes behind me and tweaks it. I would make it again. At the time of this past he hadn’t made it to the kitchen yet so I can’t share what he did.
.I added 1/2 of a chopped red pepper to give it a little more sweetness and texture
Great easy recipe! I did cut back on the chili powder and cumin. I used low salt beef broth and did not add any salt.
Amanda, thanks for the great instructions, especially the cooking times which I found to be right on. I think the sugar is key to balance the strong flavor of the chili powder and the cumin. I used light brown sugar.
LOVE this recipe. We make it at least once a month!
Obsulutely fantastic!! The recipe allows you to play around with things a little. Added more beef to mine, came out extrodinary!! Definitely a keeper!!
Loved this chili.
This chili is oh so Delicioso I add a couple jalapeños to give it a little more flavor.
I really love chili i tweaked it a bit,I added 1/2 pounds of ground pork,I also added 1 /2 lb of cubed beef and 1/2 lb of cubed pork.My family loved it.Also i like using red and white beans just for color
This is the best chili. Great recipe
How many cups does this make total?
Great recipe. I added green peppers as well as fresh ripe tomatoes from our garden. No sugar and no salt just fresh raw veggies and a little bit of Katsup. It was amazing!
I’ve been searching for a great chili recipe and this is it. I made it tonight and loved it. I like green pepper in chili so I sauteed a chopped up pepper then added onion, etc. I only used 1 tbsp. of cumin as I wasn’t sure I like it. This is a recipe I’ll be making often throughout the winter.
this recipe is delicious!!! i halfed the cumin and left out the sugar. SO GOOD. i grew up with 11 siblings so we ate chili almost weekly because it was easier for my mom to make and feed us all.
needed a recipe to now use in my adult life. will keep this one forever.
can’t star since I haven’t made it yet, but I’m curious if cayenne is REALLY that spicy ? I would like to try it exactly but worry about comments concerning spiciness though it is only 1/4 teaspoon. that seems like such a small amount to me. I haven’t bought the cayenne yet and will skip if suggested that it will make my chili too hot. I eat medium spicy food if I’m asked preference at a restaurant.
I made it exactly as it is & gotta say it was delicious! I’m not normally a Cumin fan but after simmering for 2 hours, all the flavors worked beautifully together! I added the 1/4 tspn of cayenne and it wasn’t very hot, just like mild wings – I would say that children probably would notice it more.
Really, really good chili and easy to make!
I just finished making this chili! I’ve been searching for a good chili, and this one does not disappoint! It’s fantastic! I didn’t use Cayenne, but it’s delicious even without it!
Great recipe although after reading the comments, I made a few modifications. I used 1.5 lbs of ground sirloin and sautéed a chopped bell pepper with the onion. I cut the cumin to 1 tbsp. and the sugar to 2 1/2 tsp. (2 tbsp. of sugar seemed like a lot). I also added a dash of paprika. It was delicious! Next time, I will reduce the salt to 1 tsp. if I don’t use low sodium beef broth and I may add green hatch chilies. This is a great basic chili recipe and easy to tweak to your liking.
This was so delicious! I added a tablespoon of coco semi-sweet powder. It’s my secret ingredient!
Delicious chili recipe! Perfect for football Sunday! Topped with sour cream and shredded cheese! Thank you!
Perfect, simple and delicious.
Wonderful flavor! I never used a recipe, but found this and followed it exactly, except for adding several minced garlic cloves. We love garlic. I will be making it this way from now on. Thank you.
This is fantastic! I used a 28 oz can of San Marzino tomatoes and dry red beans instead of cans. Used vegetable broth (all I had on hand) and then added an small can of regular tomato sauce for additional liquid to help cook off the beans. Also threw in a diced bell pepper and used 1/2 an extra onion and some chopped garlic (3 cloves). Omitted the garlic powder but kept true to the other spices including their measurements, I may have eyeballed them tomato paste though. Superb and I will use this as my new go to!
Way too much cumin! Trying to add other stuff to even it out a bit, but I think this is a lost cause and will end up in the garbage. I checked other recipes and see only 2 teaspoons, so I wonder if this is a typo?
1st time making it was today and it is delicious
Hi Amanda, I’m also an RD. This was definitely the best chili recipe that I’ve ever made. Thank you so much….great job!
Love this chili! So easy to make and so yummy! Thanks for sharing😊
WOW!!! Best Chili recipe so far, it will be the only recipe I use for now on!! Flavors were amazing. MAKE SURE YOU DOUBLE THIS RECIPE you will definitely want leftovers:)
I doubled the recipe this time because I didn’t have any leftovers last time! This is the best chili recipe EVER! I plan on adding a can of refried beans to my leftovers to use on hotdogs this weekend! Thank you, thank you, thank you!
Quick and easy recipe! Flavor is amazing. I’m just missing corn bread.
Recipe was easy and delicious I used ground turkey instead of beef. Definitely will be making again.
Awesome chili! We used vegan beef and it was still the best!! The name does NOT lie. Thanks for the great recipe.
Absolutely delicious!! I have tried lots of difference recipes for chili this is the best one! I added some red wine too ! Will definitely be making again!
I make chili sometimes for my wife. This receipt is the simplest I’ve ever made and the best.
Thanks from Japan!
This Chili Rocks!
Best Recipe I ever made!
Made this chili tonight and it was soooo good! I substitutes honey for the sugar and added diced mushrooms and celery.
Was great! I addes fresh green chilis to it for anadded kick and skipped the cayenne.
I did the exact same thing! Also added ground deer. It’s in the crockpot now.
This Chili recipe is delicious!! 😋 I added some canned green chilies because we love them, but your recipe is really the best!! Thank you for posting it!
This was just amazing !!!! I skipped the Cayenne but added red pepper flakes I also shared with all my friends and family thank you for this it’s so easy and good made some baked grilled cheese to go along with it
I have made this recipe….. many times… sometimes I have added a can of black beans as well, drained of course, and a can of rotel tomatoes with green pepper…… just a yummy start to a wonderful afternoon!!!
This recipe isn’t for me. The chili is too sweet, as opposed to savory. Too heavy on the chili powder as well, just for my taste.
This is truly delicious. My boyfriend likes heat and I prefer mild. Alterations I made: used Rotel instead of diced tomatoes, added 1 thinly diced jalapeno, added chili beans,used the whole small can of tomato paste, and added worcestershire to the ground beef. Kept all other seasonings and beef broth the same, but omitted the cayenne. He can sprinkle that into his or use hot sauce. Thank you for this wonderful, easily adjustable recipe!
Waaaaay to much cumin for my taste and I even cut the amount in half. I’m wondering if it’s supposed to be teaspoons instead of tablespoons. Next time I will make this with a lot less cumin and I think it will be really good that way.
I wish I would’ve see this comment before I made it. I agree with the too much cumin!! Every other recipe I’ve looked at only calls for 2 teaspoons, not tablespoons! Trying to fix the best that I can, but I feel like this was just a total waste!
Best Chili ever! We love the flavor.
Just made this tonight and used 1/2 tsp. chipotle chili seasoning instead of the cayenne (I was out) and it turned out superb!! It’s a keeper for sure!!
Delicious, added a little less cumin and an extra can of beans , also 15 oz.can of crushed tomatoes instead of 8 oz of tomato sauce. Served with sour cream and shredded cheddar . My husband loved it !
Yes! I did the exact same thing! Super delicious
Absolutely phenomenal recipe. Too much cumin for me, will cut in half, but I thought the heat with this was amazing. Will double it next time. Also, want to try this with an Italian sausage. Awesome job!
Hi Bonnie- Can you tell me about how much this recipe makes in cups or what size pot? I’m trying to serve samples to a large crowd so I wont be using a whole 1/6th of the recipe to each person.. only about 2 oz each so I need increase the ratio enough but not over too much. Thanks !
I will try less cumin next time. Delicious.
Do you drain the hamburger meat?
I’m not sure if I commented before, but, either way, I’ve made a lot of different chilis over the years. I’m sticking with this one. It’s perfect
Has anyone tried making this with a crockpot? slow cooker?
I skipped the cayenne but added come diced canned jalapeños, another can of beans (pinto), and extra minced garlic. I went overboard on the jalapeños so it was a little too spicy, but served with sour cream, shredded cheddar, and corn chips, so that helped cut it. Was delicious and very easy!
In the process of making this for the first time and I’m pretty impressed so far.. and I’m a staunch southwest black bean and corn chili kind of missus.. taste check yielded a “bullseye” reaction.. and it smells *exactly like what classic chili is supposed to smell like. I used ground beef, which I cooked and drained before adding, because that’s what the pantry had to offer, and fresh tomatoes from the yard, because fresh tomatoes from the yard. Cooking a bit longer for a thicker sauce.. will update my response and rating once we’ve tasted.
Update: awarded the extra star for top notch flavor. Glad I skipped the first few chili recipes I found and went with this one lol Bravo!
GREAT RECIPE! My boys loved it, snd they are very picky eaters.
I loved it not only because it was absolutely delicious but so so so easy to make and with very simple ingredients.
I will save this recipe with my other treasure recipes s add nd I will be making it again and again. Thank you for sharing it with us!
What Chilli powder do you use as I put 2 tblspn of the one I have and my mouth is on fire? I cannot serve this to my kiddo
Tried this recipe out today and it was perfect! added mushrooms. Thank you for the recipe!
Has anyone made thus in the crockpot?
I generally always make mine in the crockpot. I brown my ground beef & onions on the stove first. I throw everything in the crockpot, give it a good mix, set it on low & walk away. My favorite type of meal 😉. Depending on how hot your crockpot runs you may need to switch it to keep warm to avoid it being dry or pasty.
This is a great family chili recipe! I was planning a n going quick and easy with a packet and didn’t have one, but had all of these ingredients in my cupboard and is was just as easy and so much better! And without the cayenne the spice level was perfect for everyone.
This is my first time making chili and ummmm SO GLAD I CHOSE THIS RECIPE!! We had to double everything since it wad for a larger group of people but we all love it! Ingredients and measurements on pointe!
Best chili recipe ever- my new go-to. I happened to have some fire-roasted Hatch Chilies and added one for a touch of heat- awesome! I will always come back to this recipe!
This has been my go to recipe for a year or so because it is so easy and delicious. We just love beans so I add a can of dark kidney, light kidney, pinto beans, and black beans. Sometimes I had diced green chiles too. Everybody LOVES it including the kids. We serve with with shredded cheddar and sour cream on top. Perfection!
Really good and super easy!!
Absolutely delicious!! A family favorite FOR SURE!!
My entire family down to my 1 year old son loves this chili. I only substitute ground chicken and chicken bouillon, because that’s my preference and what I keep in my pantry. I skip the cayenne for the kids tooMy husband loves when I add green pepper too. I make this recipe once a month and it is a family favorite.
everyone who ate it said it was the best chili they every had!!!
I just made this for the second time. Delish and easy. I added fresh chopped jalapeños, organic Saigon cinnamon , nutmeg and cocoa…. absolutely amazing! Bravo!
Has anyone added corn to this recipe? If so how much?
I added fresh sweet corn. A cup and half or so. I like to eyeball just about everything! Ha but it turned out great!
Yes about a cup of corn ND it’s AMAZING
I added about a cup of sweet corn and it was delicious!
I’ve made this recipe before. The family loves it but this time I didn’t add the tomato sauce. We love it even more.
Anybody try this chili recipe in a pressure cooker?
I have! This is a great base, but over time, I’ve adapted to my family taste, but basically you can do everything the same, except increase the stock to 3 cups (I also add an extra can of beans). Instead of simmering, pressure cook for 30 minutes and do a quick release 😉 my family loves it!
This is so good. Will be making again for chili dogs.
First time making chili and this recipe was SO easy and delish. I did make changes but the base for this chili is spot on. I used only 1tablespoon of cumin and used ground chicken with chicken broth. But it turned out great. Served it with rice, corn, cheese, sour cream and tortilla chips. Family liked it so much I made a second batch a few days later. Thanks for this awesome recipe. Will check out more on your site.
Maybe try large mushrooms and sear them for a while to get crispy, or use impossible meat it’s a non meat alternative sold at most grocery stores a tad pricey. Lastly you could use lentils and simmer it with no top to let all the moisture leave.
Could you make this without the meat and add a 2nd can of beans and it be good as a vegetarian chili? I do not like all the vegetarian chili recipes with bell peppers, corn, squash, carrots, etc that I have seen. Also veggie crumbles turn into mush in chili recipes so you loose the texture. Your thoughts, please. I have been looking fir a bean chili recipe but there isn’t one. So what do you think about using your recipe minus meat add more beans like pinto or black bean and Kidney? Thank you for your help. Joli
That should work
I think it would be awesome , give it a try and let us know. I haven’t made it yet but I am at the store and pulled up the recipe so I can make sure I don’t forget anything..
If you don’t mind another suggestion, see if you can find Impossible Burger ground “meat”. It behaves exactly like ground beef and is perfect for a recipe like this. I am very much NOT a vegetarian and we still cook this stuff at home all the time. I’ve used it for burgers, chili, shepherd’s pie, basically anything that wants ground beef. The taste isn’t EXACTLY the same as true beef, but it’s by far the best substitute I’ve found and the only one that I actually like.
I think a mix of beans would make a great vegetarian chili. I sometimes add shredded carrot to cut the acidity of the tomatoes instead of sugar. I think black beans and sweet potato would be delicious too.
Good question… I have never tried it myself but I bet with near certainty that you could use tempeh or some other type of textured vegetable protein.
I’ve made it as a vegetarian chili and just added another can of beans (chili beans or white beans work well) and some corn. That made it hearty without a bunch of added veggies (which I also don’t prefer in chili).
I don’t see why not! That sounds so good maybe I’ll do that tonight and omit the meat!!
Everything else is vegetarian.
If the sauce gets a bit thick from the extra drained can of beans, just add a tbsp of water at a time to thicken that bad boy up!
Great base recipe! We like our chili a little spicy so I make it as written except I completely omit the sugar (added it the first time I made this and was weirded out by the sweetness) and then add some Crystal’s garlic hot sauce to taste. Made it with cornbread and the kids love it!
My boyfriend and I made this recipe last night for supper. We included the cayenne pepper. I found there was a bit to much cayenne pepper, he found there was just enough. It was a really easy, and tasty recipe. Highly recommend 🙂 we are even keeping a copy of the recipe for another time.
Just made this chili recipe… damn good chili… This one went to the recipe box for further use…
This is a go-to for me and my husband. I do add a container of El Pinto Hatch green chillies to it. It gives a good heat but is not overbearing. I also had some homemade smoked bacon ends I added. Delicious!
How do I figure out how much a serving size is? I’m guessing 8-12 oz, but can anyone tell me?
It says a 1/6th, so you might just have to divide it into 6 bowls to find out?
Don’t worry about all that, you’re going to need plenty of extra servings with chili.
It says it serves 6
I come back to this recipe again and again! It is chili perfection!! Even my 1 year old is a fan!
I added sauteed green and red peppers as well as freshly chopped garlic to the onion, oh so good! Will definitely make again!
This is by far the best chili recipe I have tried. I get rave revues whenever I serve it! I don’t like too much ‘heat’ so I skip the cayenne pepper and I substitute granulated sugar with brown sugar.
My family loves this chili recipe. For the kids, I leave out the cayenne but for me and hubs, I use the habanero petite diced tomatoes and lots of cayenne. So spicy and so damn delicious.
Flavor packed and utterly delicious. This is a simple and straightforward recipe.
Delicious! My small changes were that I halved the sugar, added some bacon, deglazed the pan with wine after sauteing everything, and added some chard for more veggies. Such great flavor!
This was the best ever recipe for chili. I’m glad I found this site. Looking forward to more gteat meals.
So easy, tastes great. We made it plant-based with a ground beef substitute, and left out the cayenne pepper like the author suggested for kiddos. Took about 5 minutes to put together and got dinner simmering before my wife got home. Happy family, happy life. 🙂
I have been in the hunt for a good chili recipe and HALLELUJAH, this is it. The perfect ratio of meat, beans, and liquid. Consistent every single time. I will NEVER make another chili recipe than this!
Wow!!! This truly is the best chili recipe I have ever tasted! 😋 follow to the tee and it comes out perfect every time!!! Thank you for sharing❤️
This Chili was excellent! My husband has made this twice, doubling the recipe the second time and freezing after dishes for family. Everyone loves it.
Easy and delicious (my 8 year old enjoyed helping me make it! )
I made today ( 07/20/2021 ) it was really good the only change I made to the recipe was I didn’t drain the beans the juice from the beans give it a more red color and flavor and I didn’t add the salt
Honestly best chili ever and it was a quick recipe, no simmering for hours, and no need to wait until the next day for it to taste good.
Made this as the first chili in 15 years because my wife doesn’t like chili. I loved it, my daughter loved it and took most of the leftovers home with. Thank you.
Love this recipe but am I the only one that finds it pretty spicy? I don’t even add the cayenne. Just curious! Lol
This recipe is amazing. My husband commited that it was the best recipe for chili I have tried so far. I was making enchiladas with the chili. It is great both ways. The only change I did was adding the whole 15 oz can of tomato sauce so it did not go to waste. I will definitely be using this recipe from now on.
Looked for a five star chili recipe to try and found it. Love it. Thank you for sharing. This will be my go to recipe from now on.
This recipe is my go to for Chili. I can’t have spicy food, so I use about 1/2 of the spices and its still delicious to my family and friends. I even add corn and mushrooms. Love this recipe. Thank you!
Me and my dad made this for some quick bonding time in the kitchen. We double the recipe to share with the family and it turned out so good. We didn’t have tomato paste, so we substituted ketchup in, and it worked just fine, although we added less ketchup because of the sweetness aspect. The whole family love it, and we’ll definitely be making it again!! Thanks!
This chilli is so flavorful! This is def my go too. Thank the Lord I liked it bc I doubled the recipe before trying it. I also didn’t have chilli powder and just used paprika and the chilli was still delicious
I like to make all kinds of different chili, but today wanted to make it like my mom used to for my late brother’s birthday, in honor of his standard request. So delicious!!! Will make it again as is, and also with variations.
This came out Amazing!!! I also added black beans, and its delicious!!! Although for my personal taste i think the cumin is a bit overpowering. But my husband loves it! This recipe makes so much too! Cant wait to eat it again tomorrow for lunch!!
I’ve been making this chili exclusively since 2019. I like my chili on the spicier side so I include the cayenne and use spicy Italian sausage in place of ground beef. I follow the recipe exactly and add sharp cheddar cheese, a dollop of sour cream, sliced green onions on top, and saltine crackers and this is absolutely the ‘best classic chili’. This is not only the tastiest chili I have made but also the easiest! Cook the onions and beef, add the spices, throw in literally all remaining ingredients, simmer for 20 minutes, and an amazing meal is ready to eat. YUM.
I, too, thought there might be too much seasonings but I followed the recipe to a T with the addition of 1-1/2 green and red peppers and it was amazing!!! This recipe is going in the recipe box!
Have been making chili for years and this is by far the best and easiest recipe ever. I will be using this recipe from now on. Thank you for sharing a great recipe!
My first time making this chili and my family loved it. I added Italian sausage and it was awesome. This is my go to chili and I’ll make it again and again. Thank you
Great basic recipe. I use it as a starter and then dial it up anyway I feel like it. I’ll double it and use fire roasted tomatoes, Cajun seasoning, hot pork sausage, a little smoke paprika, celery salt, obviously extra cumin and chili powder, some chopped celery and carrots, light and dark kidney beans, black beans, maybe some corn, chorizo, mesquite smoke what ever I feel at the moment. Have fun with it, easy to make, easier to make even greater if you want to!
This recipe is delicious. I had to make a few modifications with using white kidney beans instead of red, I used ground pork instead of beef, I put a tablespoon of brown sugar instead of white and for some colour I added a handful of green peas, chopped red pepper and mushrooms. We topped the chilli with grated cheese and sour cream. I would be happy to make this again to serve to guests. Thanks !
I made this exactly as written. EXCELLENT Chili Recipe which I will use from now on!
Made this today (6/20/21) and it was absolutely delicious. Used crushed tomatoes since I had that on hand, added freshly grated garlic and some additional spices to my own taste (cocoa powder, cinnamon, smoked paprika, ancho chili powder – basically dumped anything I thought sounded good). Highly recommended! Served it with Fritos, sour cream, cheese, hot sauce. Looking forward to making a vegetarian version as well.
Even with the extra the chili is way too hot for me or my grandkids. Wish I knew how to save it.
add a can of tomatoes if it’s too hot. I also serve over pasta.
Well, you could add more sugar. That is how the heat of peppers is rated – they keep adding sugar until the heat is gone. The more sugar, the hotter the pepper.
correction, you did not make this recipe today
So… you really didn’t make this recipe then 🤪
I love it!!! Thanks for the seasoning tips! I add lime juice and cinnamon to mine but I think I’ll try this out.
As an experimental chili cooker try brown sugar in place of the white sugar.
This was wonderful! It was easy to make, fast, and my family loved it! I didn’t use the cayenne, and it was still very flavorful. Thank you!
Made it today 6/17/21 it was one of best recipe for chili it was was delicious. ❤
Love this recipe. I used beyond meat ground and added some fresh garlic with the onions and an extra can of beans and it is delish.
It is raining here in south Florida. I just made this for dinner and it is extremely good. I love things on the spicy side so I added a little extra cayenne pepper. Also, I left out the sugar. Paired it with saltines and cheese. I’ve had two bowls already and the husband isn’t home from work yet. Definitely saving this recipe!
This recipe has a great balance of the classic flavors. It cooks up quickly and just gets better with reheating. Thank you for sharing!
Delish! I added 2 fresh garlic cloves minced.
The best chili I’ve tasted
Fantastic chili! I am making this for the second time in the last month. The only thing I did different was to add a green bell pepper. My wife loves them.
Love it!! Probably going to use this recipe for the resr of my life lol
This might just be the best chili I have ever made! Thank you. I substituted Beyond Burger for the ground beef and added one chopped sweet potato, because I had it. I am delighted with the results!
I made this tonight as written and it was delicious. It did not say anything about draining the grease from the hamburger but I did. I did not add the cayenne pepper but it had plenty of flavor. Will make again!!!
Best Chili I’ve had for a quick recipe. Instead of Cayenne I used chopped jalapeno and was fantastic
Been making different chili recipes for over 30 years and this is the best darn recipe !! Did not add cayenne and still had a little kick that was just perfect for tummy’s that can’t take spicy food anymore. Also used 1/2 the sugar. Other than that I decided to follow the recipe exactly to see how it was the first go around , I plan to make it again and not change a thing other than half the sugar was it for me, no other add ins are necessary. Had shredded cheddar cheese and large scoop corn chips with it. My husband and my daughter both agreed, best chili ever!
This was amazing! I substituted two cloves of minced garlic (which I added to finish the onions) and halved the garlic powder.
Everyone who ate the chili asked me for the recipe!
I have never had homemade chili. Decided to give it a try. I did put in the cayenne but that’s because I love spice. It wasn’t spicy at all compared to what I’m used to. But it did give it a nice amount of heat with the sweet. Instead of beef I used turkey. I also forgot the tomato sauce so I just added a bit of tomato paste with water. It was absolutely delicious! I had been snacking beforehand and thought I wouldn’t eat the small bowl I served myself but I did. Will definitely try this recipe again.
Hey there, this recipe looks amazing! My husband has been asking me to make chilli and I’m glad I found this one.
Would I be able to make this in my Instant Pot? If anyone has, if you could please let me know that would be great.
Thanks!
Yes put it in instant pot for 20 minutes turned out great.
Absolutely delicious, thank you for this wonderful recipe!
Best chili recipe that I have tried. Great flavor!
My family loved this chili! Full of flavor!
Delicious! Easy and followed recipe. I used one and a half pound of 80/20 ground beef and used 8 ounces of tomato puree instead of the sauce. Thank you. It’s our new favorite for chili. We’ll have to double recipe for next time so we will have enough leftovers
So amazing just a little sweet with a slight burn in the back of the throat. 😍 My goto chili recipe from now on!
Wow, absolutely delicious! I added some franks (powered form) and Sriracha for a kick. By far, the best I’ve tasted.
Super balanced really easy chili recipe. Have made many times and will probably make it hundreds more!
My go to chili. Thanks for sharing. I did substitute chicken broth cause I ran out of the beef broth and I added a half of a can of rotel. Delicious!!!
I doubled the beans, used chuck roast instead of hamburger and added less broth. I cooked the meat first in a crock pot with garlic and onion for 8 hours, then added the rest and cooked for 4 additional hours. My favorite recipe by far. I need to put this one in a cookbook!!
Hi!
What kind of tomato sauce did you use? Asking, located in the Netherlands. Thanks! Looks delish btw!
I would think that most any generic canned tomato sauce would work (make sure it’s only an 8 ounce can(about 250 grams) …
tomato paste is only 2 tablespoons (30ml?), so use something that can be resealed and refrigerated for later use (think tube tomato paste) …
as for the actual tomatoes themselves, use a 400 gram (15-16 ounce) can, they come in a variety of flavors now – chili ready (with green chilies added) … fire roasted … or plain canned diced tomatoes …
hope this helps
I was skeptical because every website claims theirs is “the best,” but this one really lives up. I made the recipe both with and without the cayenne so the people who like spice can have it and those who don’t don’t! I also made a vegetarian version and used lentils in place of the ground beef and vegetable broth. All were fantasic
WOW. Just made this today (5/14/21) and it’s the BEST beef chili I have ever made and so simple. I followed the recipe as written (left out the cayenne) and it is DELICIOUS. Definitely my go to chili recipe from now on. Next time I’m going to try chicken and chicken stock. My wife and kids love this chili. Tony
Why would you ever put sugar in chili? sugar is poison!!!
The sugar is to cut the acidity. I couldn’t even taste the sugar. Best chili I’ve ever had!
Sugar is your friend in small doses..:)…..plus, a salty dish is exalted with a touch of sugar! Just like my Grandma Caprio’s Sunday Pasta Sauce had a tsp. of sugar, to tantalize the tastebuds! If it was a cup, you’d have an argument! Perhaps, don’t knock it till you tried it..much <3 to you sir
Everyone in my family enjoyed it, even my boy who doesn’t usually love chili.
Dials down the acid. Just a pinch goes a long way, you wont even taste it. Good for your spaghetti sauce too.
Sugar, like salt, often helps to bring out flavor in vegetables and spices! (Brown sugar in pasta sauce is a GAME CHANGER!)
I avoid added sugars in processed food, and in cooking I’ll often substitute agave or honey for white sugar.
I tried honey in this recipe and it was amazing!
Chris, Sugar is in everything! Have you ever read the labels on canned goods?
I used honey instead….worked really well.
It isn’t poison in moderation!! Awesome chili!
We made this and I thought it seemed like too many seasonings and I hadn’t ever used broth in my chili. However, this is forever my go-to. Thanks!
Yummy recipe, a little on the sweet side with the tomato sauce and paste, so I skipped the sugar. But I will definitely make it again!
This recipe is a godsend and I have used it many many times. I quadrupled the recipe and froze it for a family reunion meal! Thank you so much!
I use this recipe all the time!! And it’s always a hit!
This time I added a can of corn and a can of black beans to the recipe. I also did not add the tomato sauce and use ground turkey instead of beef. It was my favorite one yet!
My go to recipe! Love it
Amazing taste! I used 600g lean ground beef which is a little more than a pound. Also substituted crushed red pepper for the cayenne and added 2 tablespoons of maple syrup. Yum!
We love this chili! I add a lb of hot sausage in addition to the ground beef. Thickens it up a bit but adds another great flavor!
Made this for my picky husband, and he loved it!!! Added the white chili beans and it came out Awesome!!!
This recipe, although good, is too tomatoie. What tomato ingredient would be best to leave out or is there something that could be added to counteract that?
that’s what the sugar is for … MANY top chefs in the wold add sugar to their recipes to combat the acid taste of the tomatoes
if the 2 tablespoons aren’t enough increase it by 1 teaspoon at a time until you get the taste you want
(3 teaspoons = 1 tablespoon)
I’ve made this about 10x now so figured I’m due to contribute. It’s a great recipe and my wife and picky kids love it when I tell them I’m going to make chili. So here are my additions:
-small can of green chilis
-can of black beans
-can of corn
-Bay leaves, tumeric, paprika, garlic salt
-Tbsp of dijon mustard
-Tbsp of Apple Cider Vinegar – or Red Wine Vinegar
I’ve also used the impossible meat which tastes great, and nobody will be able to tell the difference. I tried ground lamb once which was good.
I once tried a can of beer, as you’ll see that in some recipes. It’s worth trying – don’t use an IPA.
The ladies in the house don’t like it so spicy, otherwise I’d add the jalapeno’s or some other pepper. Some chipotle peppers might be good for a mild addition.
I usually make it earlier in the afternoon and let it simmer for a couple of hours.
Seve with garlic bread.
EASY …. LOVED IT .
I added a half cup of cut corn and I used ground venison instead of hamburger. This recipe was amazing. Some of the best chili I’ve ever had. I will use this again.
I’ve been making my chili recipe for ever thought I would change it up and found this one. It’s was great, only thing is I did not add sugar, we didn’t missed it at all.
Just to be clear you do not drain the beef correct?
That’s what I was wondering too, but I don’t think so since it’s the 90% lean meat.
Correct
Little spicey
Great, easy recipe. Didnt have beef stock so I subbed with chicken stock, which worked beautifully. Chopped in some celery and bell peppers for extra veggies. I reduced the sugar a little and it was perfect for us. Thank you!
Fantastic. This is the kind of chili I used to get when I was a kid. The sugar, large spice quantities, its all phenomenal.
My modifications were some dashes of hot sauce instead of cayenne pepper, and fire roasted diced tomatoes instead of standard.
This really is the best chili recipe ever! I’m vegan so I use Impossible meat, half a package of Soyrizo, vegan “beef” broth and an additional can of pinto beans. I used to make Guy Fieri’s Dragon Breath Chili which has a ton of ingredients and steps and would take a lot of effort. This recipe taste so much better and it’s so so so easy, thank you for sharing!
This is the best homemade chili I’ve ever made! I never comment or review, but this sincerely deserves one. I followed instructions to the T & it does not need any alterations. What I added at the end was a dollop of sour cream, extra red onions, and shredded cheddar cheese!
Hi, I love your recipe. One suggestion: I noticed that while it’s nice to adjust the recipes for more or less than the default 6 servings, the kcal per serving as well as the other nutrients remain the same as those for 6 servings. I printed out the 12 serving recipe when I noticed this. Is there any way to automatically adjust the nutrition information when you adjust the servings? Thanks.
Amazing.. recipe!!!
I’ve had a lot of chili
In my day….nothing comes close to this one!
Love it…!
Made this tonight. It was SO good!! I used ground turkey and chicken stock (because that’s what I had). I also doubled the beans and tomatoes. A family favorite. Keeping this one for sure!!! Thank you for sharing!
I’m glad I seen your post gonna make for my daughter she is vegan
YEAH! Best chili I’ve ever made or eaten.
Wow. this is good. Didn’t need the sugar. It has a kick but I think this is the easiest, yummiest chili I’ve ever made.
I left out the sugar too. Thought the same thing. Sugar doesn’t belong in chili or spaghetti imo.
This was soo good! This will be my go to chili recipe. It made enough to freeze for chili brats and baked potatos, or whatever else I need it for.. I also made a a vegetarian chili using this recipe for our son.. was a hit!
Love this recipe! I use fresh garlic and add problano peppers diced up
Great chili recipe that I prepared many times. Can use elbow macaroni or rice to accompany. No more store bought chili mix packets needed. Your recipes are terrific. Thank you!
Absolutely amazing. Now our go to chili recipe.
Made with impossible meat and vegetarian beef broth. Incredible! Best chili I’ve ever had. I did skip the sugar and didn’t think it needed it.
Everybit as amazing as the reviews state. The only modification I made was to sub ground turkey and chicken broth or plant based meat and vegetable broth. I promise you nobody is the wiser. We like some spice so I did add jalapeno and double the beans to make it stretch with my big family. Everyone loves it ask for it regularly and do yourself a favor and double the batch so you may get left overs. The first time I made it my 15 yo grandson ate 6 bowls. My 12 yo grandson who eats nothing…had 3 bowls and said its the best chili hes ever had.
Astonishing delicious!!!!
BEST CHILI RECIPE EVER
I’m used to a chili with a few more beans. I’ve made this recipe several time and I always add a second can of beans. Usually white beans. This time I used impossible meat, and subbed chicken broth. I also added hatch chili’s left over from my cornbread batter. Such a great recipe and so versatile.
Thanks for the chili recipe from Toledo, Ohio…will sleep good tonight…Chip
I have used Ree’s recipe up until now, doubling or tripling the spices. But found we were getting dissatisfied. I didn’t quite add all the beef broth, didn’t add any sugar, doubled the recipe, but still only used 1/4tsp cayenne. I did add jalapeño to mine personally. I’m excited to find your site and will be back! Thank you!
I love chili, and have tried many recipes. My husband has never been that crazy for any of them. Until I
Made this chili. He LOVES IT !! Now he is asking all the time to make chili. Great recipe!!
This recipe is amazing! I like to also add a couple of fresh jalapeños and bacon takes it to another level. Thank you for sharing this
Super easy and super yummy! It was a hit, made it with cornbread and it was amazing. Added lots of Frank’s Red Hot and it just upped the delicious factor. Will make again!
It’s on the stove, bubbling away. I left out the sugar, I’m diabetic and don’t like sweet anyway. I used our own canned tomatoes, and poured the beans and liquid in, no rinsing. Also added a can of vegetable broth, as I’m out of beef broth.
Smells delish.
My go-to chili recipe, I modify it with a few more beans, and I don’t like tomato chunks so I swapped those for green peppers. It’s still amazing when I make little tweaks here and there sometimes, I love the seasonings!
Great recipe to start with! We couldn’t resist tinkering a little though. we cooked bacon then used the grease to saute some garlic cloves, small boiler onions, green peppers, and small baby bella mushrooms. The spice combo is great;. Instead of broth, we used powder since our tomatoes were homeade with lots of juice already. We used one can of black beans instead of kidney beans. This recipe will be my starting point for years to come! thanks for sharing!
My family absolutely LOVES this chili recipe! There are hardly any leftovers, but if we have any, it’s even better the next day! I always serve it with cornbread…Yum!
Unfortunately too much cumin… should have reduced by half…oh well
First time making chili. Easy recipe. Loved it. I’ll use it from now on.
I’m Sicilian, and love to cook. I’ve tried countless different chili recipes, and none have been as excellent as this classic chili recipe. I couldn’t believe how good it tasted, despite having just simple ingredients. Made exactly as is! 5 stars!
Thank you.
Absolutely delicious! I altered the recipe to make it a bit healthier by roasting some diced sweet potato and carrot in the oven and then adding it towards the end of the chilli cooking on the stovetop so that the veggies maintain some crispness. I also add in a bit of fresh garlic and curry powder for extra flavour.
WOW, my husband and I both LOVED this recipe. No changes necessary at all! Thank you so much for a new favorite we will make over and over again!
This turned out so good, thank you so much for the recipe! One note is that putting the broth in while measuring out all the spices helped to keep the beef tender- little nuance but was helpful. Thank you again, Amanda!
Quick and easy. Typically have all ingredients on hand.
I’ve made this several times and shared with many friends. This is a winner and a keeper. Thank you
Make this frequently. Add an additional can of beans (black beans) sometimes. Turns out great. Thanks!
This was the best recipe I’ve ever used. I had some jalapeños and poblano peppers so i threw those in and didn’t use cayenne. Otherwise , I followed the recipe.
Delicious 😋
Amazing recipe! I have made this recipe with ground beef and ground Turkey (the last two times), and both have turned out great. I mistakenly used a whole eight-ounce can of tomato paste one time when I made it, and it still came out great.
I am so glad I found your recipe. In my opinion it really is the best. I’ve been making it for a couple of years now and I’m back to review.
I use a good quality mild chili powder, and only use cayenne in my own bowl when serving. It makes everyone happy including my spice-averse kids. I have played around with using more tomato paste and water rather than the tomato sauce, adding different beans, cutting the sugar in half, and using ground turkey instead of beef. It has been a success every time, and the original recipe is just great. Thank you!
I made some substitutions (based on available ingredients). I use “Impossible Meat”. (Whatever it’s called. It’s vegetarian but honestly you can’t tell the difference. I’m an enthusiastic meat eater but my wife has recently taken to vegetarianism. Really though the stuff tastes exactly like beef.) And only 12 ounces rather than a pound. I had no tomato sauce nor diced tomatoes, so I used an whole can of tomato paste, and extra liquid. Threw in a few handfuls of dried tomato. For the liquid I used red wine (no broth)., and plenty of it. Anyway, it was about the best chili I’ve ever had.
Made this weekend as snow was coming down. We wanted extra so doubled the recipe but based on comments, kept the cumin and sugar to the original recipe quantities and it was extremely tasty. Very happy with this recipe and will keep it as our go to for the future. Simple to make and a family favorite. Yummy recipe! Thanks so much!
Great recipe only added 1 tablespoon of brown sugar some carrots and some corn. Might not use as much broth next time, or strain my diced tomatoes. Oh and I also used deer meat.
This is some absolutely delicious chili! I made this for my picky eater fiancé and he was in heaven! We both can’t wait to make some more. Thank you for sharing this recipe!
Yup, excellent chili! Will definitely be making this again. didn’t have tomato sauce so added a full small can of tomato paste and a 1/4 cup extra broth.
Omgoodness! I have never heard of this site but I’m glad it’s the first one a stopped at when I was looking for chili recipes. The recipe turned out great! Thanks!
So we need broth? Why not just not drain the beef? Have never made chili and fear dying before my wife gets around to it, LOL.
Made this recipe EXACTLY as listed. I did not add the *optional* cayenne and found it plenty spicy – enough so that I ate carrots on the side to cool off my mouth. Delicious. The spice and sugar blend provided an interesting depth of flavor.
I look forward to trying it with chicken or turkey. Plenty of liquid so you could extend it with more beans or other vegetables. May try omitting the sugar but not sure how that will change the flavor. Will let you know if I do.
Delicious – thank you! I added a roasted poblano pepper.
Delicious recipe but I cut sugar to one teaspoon and it was perfect, 2 tblsp would’ve been way too much. I always use ground turkey instead of beef and I added a can of great white northern beans. Top with tobasco, sour cream, and Shredded cheese. Husband and I both said it’s the best chili we’ve made.
This chili is amazing! But I did make a few tweaks that I personally believe make it taste even better, firstly I don’t put any sugar in it because it’s unnecessary and secondly I put 3 tbsp of tomato paste instead of 2 because I love the tomato flavour.But overall I definitely recommend!
Really delish base recipe! I added 1/2 diced green pepper, 3 cloves fresh diced garlic to the onion (and added the garlic powder). A large ham hock gave it incredible flavor. Simmered for at least 3 hours (not 20 mins). Exceptionally good stuff. Topped with large helping shredded cheddar cheese. (Oh, and halved the sugar! Could even cut back more. May sub brown sugar next time). Thanks!
love this reciepe i have alteted a little i subsitute Rotel for tomatoes i use a 4oz can of paste and a 16 oz. can of sauce and also add a can of chili beans and pinto beans. it is so delicous. we even use it with hot dogs and in egg burittos and omelets
Tried this recipe tonight for my family (four of us) and with a doubling of the meat and nothing else still yielded more than enough for us. I made the recipe exactly as written and it’s a delicious staple I’ll be adding to our repertoire. Thanks for sharing this!
Good but wayyyyy too salty for me. The beef broth alone had about 350mg of salt adding 1.5 teasoons more was too much….beware if you watch your sodium.
delicious!my favorite recipe,even i’ve adapt quatity of cayenne and chili pepers depend wich kind,hot rating,i’m using.anyway,i love it!perfect recipe!!thank you!
I wanted something quick and tasty not too high in carbs without going to the store. This recipe fit that bill and I just loved it. Easy and quick to make, spicy, and rich in flavor, as well as filling. I ate it with a dollop of sour cream! Highly recommend!
Thank you so much for sharing this recipe. Perfect for a family of four, served with cornbread.
I’ve made lots of chili in my time and this is a great recipe! I’ve made two batches so far. Delicious.
This chili recipe is delicious! I have been searching for a good recipe, and this is it!
There was a recent comment about cutting the cumin amount in half in this chili recipe and I absolutely agree. It was too pronounced for my taste. The rest of the recipe was good. I actually used two pounds of bison, as my husband likes a very meaty chili. And still the seasoning was ok – did not double. I added two cans of rinsed beans, one red kidney, one white kidney. I liked the extra, my husband? Not so much!
So, So, good…
This was my first time making chili and this is exactly what I wanted it to taste like.
Thank you from my family and I.
Five stars, easy.
excellent and so easy to personalize.
Thank you
Easy to make and delicious from someone that never really liked chili
Very good! Made today can’t stop eating!! Didn’t add cumin.
This Chili is bomb. I make it all the time but I was wondering, how many cups/ounces constitutes a serving? I have been more health conscious since the last time I made it.
I made this today and it’s good but very spicy. After much research I think the problem is that my chili powder is pure, whereas I think the standard for most people is a chili powder blend, so the spice level is already tempered. I omitted the cayenne, as kids will be eating it so I wanted to reduce the spice, but alas, my chili powder mix up produced a very spicy chili!
I made this chili as written except that I omitted the cayenne pepper because I do not like heat in my food. The chili is excellent.
I love everything about this recipe. I have made it many times and I don’t change a thing. There are never any leftovers!!
I have made this chili a few times now and love it! I do not like kidney beans, so I sub with low sodium white beans. I use a mix of ground beef, mild sausage and spicy sausage. I use fire roasted petite tomatoes. I add a can of white corn. Extra onions, a little less cumin and a little less chili powder.
We always make a double batch a freeze some.
This was a Great recipe. My family really enjoyed and said this was a definite keeper. Made exactly as written.
Although I’ve been cooking chili for decades without a recipe, just lately I noticed it didn’t taste as good as it used to. I decided to google for a chili recipe and found this one. Granted, I made many changes, but still I credit this recipe for rescuing my chili! It was the best I’ve made in the past couple of years! THANK YOU.
FYI, my changes: I used about a half Tbsp avocado oil plus 1 Tbsp GHEE (love that stuff!), 1 1/2 pound of ground beef (organic from Costco)….used a whole can of tomato paste, a 15 oz. can of tomato sauce (plus the diced tomatoes), minced garlic cloves instead of powder (4 cloves). Didn’t have beef broth so used 1 beef boullion cube with 2 cups water. Other ingredients remained the same. I added 1 small zucchini chopped, 2 cans of kidney beans, 1 can of black beans, and 1 can of corn. Gotta stretch that beef!
WAY too much sugar!!! I had to doctor the heck out of it with soy and worcestershire to cut the Sweetness, and it was still noticably sweet. Still giving it 4 stars because (sans sugar) I think it will be a good “base” recipe for future chili experiments!
I agree about too much sugar, I only used 1 tbl sugar and it was still too much. I will modify next time but really love this flavorful chili.
My husband and I made it as a trail run for my Book Club Meeting. I must say we really enjoyed it, I know they will enjoy it as well.
Loved this recipe! Made it pretty much as stated but added red bell pepper and a jalapeño. I forgot to add fresh garlic and will do that next time. I reduced the cumin a bit but the spices really complemented each other well.
I’ve used this recipe for two, maybe three years now with a little tweaking here and there. I love it, and my family loves it!
AWESOME RECIPE!!! Only thing I did was add a 1/4 tsp cinnamon.
So many recipes call for 2lbs of ground beef, enough to feed a houseful. This was perfect for the two of us, with leftovers for tomorrow.
I did make some adjustments based on personal tastes.
I halved the cumin, added a good shake each of Ancho chili powder and smoked paprika, some diced green and jalapeno pepper, 3cloves of fresh minced garlic in lieu of garlic powder, and 1TBSP of Brown sugar in lieu of the white sugar. I added all the spices to the raw burger as I cooked with the sauteed onion, peppers, and garlic. I also started out by frying five strips of bacon, diced, and used the drippings, plus a little olive oil, to saute the vegetables, then added the cooked, diced bacon to the simmer.
The amount of the other spices and ingredients (the beef broth, tomato paste, tomatoes, and tomato sauce) were absolutely SPOT ON. The end result was a thick, flavorful, satisfying chili. Some sour cream and shredded cheddar to garnish, and fresh cornbread, made for a wonderful lunch on this cool, rainy Saturday.
This is a keeper recipe for a smaller pot of chili! Many, many thanks!!
Fantastic
Love your suggestions but sort of wondering why you bothered following this recipe! Sounds like you’ve done a great job on your own.
right. don’t give it 5 stars if you made all those changes. You made a completely different recipe! (which sounds good, btw)
A good base makes all the difference. I enjoyed viewing the variations on this recipe.
Your chili beans sounds like my step monsters except she adds sausage as well because my father 😇(God rest his soul RIP) LOVED lots of meat! So hamburger meat sausage and bacon plus all your other ingredients you added! Great minds think alike! God bless🙏🏾
Neva, I love all of your suggestions! thank you
Seriously, this recipe came out SO GOOD! I followed the instructions to the T, except I realized right before serving that o forgot to add the sugar – I quickly added it….whoa!
I served it sour cream, green onion, and cheese garnished…omg.
Thank you for sharing – this one will with me for ever!
🙂
Good easy recipe. Did a double batch. 1/3 more Chile powder, a little more cumin. Used Rotel diced tomato with Serano peppers and a small can of Ortega diced jalapeños and larger can of tomato sauce.
Best chili recipe I’ve ever made.
This is one of the best Chili recipes I have tried. It definitely has flavor; but, it is not too spicy for those with a sensitive palate. Would definitely recommend.
Great tasting and easy recipe! Loved it!
Very good! As most do, I tweaked mine a bit. I followed the spice, but added 1 chopped jalapeño, subbed beer for 1/3 of the beef broth, and used chili beans with the juice. Next time I think I will use fresh garlic, but this has a richness of flavor that I love!
I have made chili many many times and always thought “eh” it was okay. After finding this recipe, I actually look forward to making it. Great simple recipe that tastes great! We even sub ground turkey for ground beef most of the time to make it a little leaner.
Love this chili!!! This will now be my go to chili recipe. The only thing I changes was using butter at the end instead of sugar in the chili to cut any acidity or tin taste from the canned goods. I also doubled the recipe but only used one can of beans which worked well for us. Thank You!!!
My kids and husband all love this recipe. It’s a keeper for sure!
It’s amazing I made it and never had anything better
Very tasty! I doubled the recipe and followed all directions. I did add cayenne. I don’t think it made it too hot. My only criticism is that it was not as thick as I thought it would be. I even cooked it an additional 20 minutes. I actually hesitated adding any sugar due to numerous reviews saying it was too sweet. But I like to make recipes the first time following the exact recipe. Glad I did! Both my husband and I really enjoyed this chili. I will definitely make again! Thanks for sharing Amanda.
So simple and so easy. I love that this recipe doesn’t call for tons of things I don’t already have on hand. This will be my go to for chili from now on! Thank you <3
This is a very good version of my hubby’s chili. I added some black and garbanzo beans to it. I love the spices.Will make this again
So easy and fast. My family loves this dish. Maybe no cayenne cause this dish is spicy! Really burns the calories
Made this about 3 weeks ago and I love this recipe!!! I doubled the recipe but left out the beans bc my hubby doesn’t care for them and I added 1 can of Rotel tomatoes. I added and bloomed the spices after the onion was almost done cooking. I love to cook for others and it is really snowy and cold here (perfect chili weather). When I told hubby I was making chili he specifically asked if I was ‘making the one I made last time”. He was extremely happy!!! Thanks for the great recipe!!!
First time making chili! My hubby loves chili on hot dog buns topped with fresh jalapeño slices, it was a great turn out. Store was out of kidney beans so we used pinto instead and it came out delicious.
My family and I absolutely loved the chili. I did play around with the ingredients a little but not much and I also added a heck of alot more of the ingredients because I have a big family. This was the first time that I ever made chili and I was impressed by how good it came out. Thank you for the recipe
This continues to be my favorite chili recipe. Any time I make it and share it with friends, they want the recipe. Thank you for this amazing blog post!
Excellent recipe used Rotelle tomatoes and added chopped garlic as well as garlic powder
My family and I love this recipe I made it one day and ever since that day chili has been part of our weekly meal. So good!!
We ♥️ this recipe and the amount of spices is wonderful. We always look forward to eating it day #2 even more!
This recipe was so easy to make and it was delish!! I added tbe red chili and gave me a bang I needed. I look forward to making this again.
I made this last week. My husband and I both loved it. He said, I think this is the best chili that you have ever made. I didn’t have tomato sauce so I just added a half a can of minced tomatoes in lieu. I also added a couple of chilis in adobo sauce. I used ground turkey instead of ground beef. Sprinkle cheese over the top………everybody’s happy!
PS I cooked it in Instant Pot. I leave the tomatoes on the top of the chili until it’s done cooking.. then I stir them in so that they don’t set off the burn warning.
Not really that much of a spice guy, so we substitute the cayenne for 1 teaspoon of chili flakes. Tastes good either way.
I just made this chilli and loved it. I did omit the sugar and only one half tsp. of cumin. It was so delicious 😋 Thank you!
Absolutely delicious! I added a pinch of smoked paprika & used tomato powder instead of paste. Added fresh parsley at the end.
While it was simmering I whipped up some simple cornbread.
Love your recipe & will make it again <3 thank you so much for sharing!!
We made this the other night minus the cumin as we found we didn’t have any.. It was a hit!! Great flavor!! We’ll definitely be making it again 😉
I used this simply good chili recipe as the base for a few improvosations. I added Nibblets Corn, Bush’s Fiesta Black Beans and double the ground beef. Yum!
Absolutely Delicious! I slow cooked mine in a crock all day, I added red and green diced bell peppers, 1 tbsp of onion powder, used 2 different kinds of beans..northern white and small red, I also used 3 lrg fresh diced tomatoes. After making this I figured out where I went wrong making chili in the past, I never added cumin but most of all ..I didn’t use this recipe!!!! Thank you!
So good! I will reduce the sugar by half next time though.
Definitely the best chili recipe I have made. I will use this recipe from now on! Finally, a great recipe!!!
Very good old-fashioned chili recipe.
Excellent recipe. I had to make a few changes based on what I had in the cupboard…I used small cubes of beef and brown instead of white sugar. And I puréed my pinto beans because I like the creaminess it adds to chili. Fantastic! I found the spices combo to be perfect.
I like it just the way it is perfect I wouldn’t change a thing thanks for sharing.
This was so delicious. I doubled the recipe. I used the amount of sugar in the recipe, but it was too sweet for me so o added 2 chopped Chipotle in adobo and some of the sauce. This made it perfectly spicy and cut down on the sweetness. Next time, I will use 1/2 the sugar. So so good!
Excellent recipe! The next time I make it, I will reduce the cumin, but that is just a personal taste. Love it!
Absolutely Awesome! Thank You!
I used chili beans (pinto beans in chili sauce) instead of kidney beans otherwise great recipe.
These above comments were so helpful. I tweaked the recipe after reading them. I used Half the Cumin, cut Salt to just a Tsp, and cut sugar to 2 Tsps not Tbps. Oh, I I substituted black beans in for Kidney beans! It’s a really good chili! Thanks y’all for all the great advice!
Super yummy!!! I didn’t have tomato paste or tomato sauce, so I used Heinz beans in tomato sauce instead and it worked perfectly! I also used a low sodium beef broth, and added some extra seasonings and it’s so yummy🤤
Really good and enjoyed by all. Great dish for this terrible weather we are having!
Really really good chili… ‘classic’ is the perfect description of it. My husband said several times, “man, this is good chili”. The weather was chilly and rainy, perfect chili weather, which adds to the comfort and heartiness of eating it! Thanks for a great recipe… this chili is a keeper!
I’ve had this recipe saved for a couple of years now and is my go to for an easy cold weather meal. Ive changed it slightly to make it my own, mainly I dont use beef broth at all, replace it with a bottle of regular Shiner (yellow label) and prepare yourself for some unique tasting chili, longer it simmers the better. 5/5 would recommend. Write this one down, its good
This is a five star recipe with all ingredients well balanced.
Made this tonight for the first time like most comments used a tablespoon of sugar. Might reduce or change the amount of tomatoe next time, no Byrne for me but over all a good recipe, will make againcathy
Delicious!!!! Added to my family recipe book! I will be making this very often. yum yum
Too much sugar! I wish I had omitted it or only added one tbs instead of 2. It tastes sweet and chili is not meant to taste sweet. I added 1/2 cup of water in hopes of diluting the sweet taste. 🤞🏽
This recipe came out amazing! Delicious, easy and fast, I will be making it again and again. I may substitute ground chicken and see how that comes out. Also, I did add the cayenne pepper and it was the perfect amount of spicy!
Great recipe! Reduced the amount of cumin to 1 tbsp and substituted the sugar with bourbon infused maple syrup, absolutely delicious. Will be my to-go chili 🌶 recipe. Thank you Amanda for sharing your recipe,☺️
Definitely a keeper! As good as advertised, quick and easy to make. I tripled the beef and did 1.5 times the spices and it was yum-yum-yummy!!!
My husband thinks I make the best chili. Turns out – I just make this recipe! Also great with ground turkey.
Great chili! I was hesitant about the amount of cumin, but I went with it and was happy with the result. I had a bell pepper and sautéed it with the onion. I didn’t have tomato sauce or tomato paste in my pantry so I substituted a can of condensed tomato soup. I also used cannellini beans instead of kidney beans.
Substitute brown sugar for white. Half the cumin and add paprika in place of the missing half.
Fabulous!
Esay to make and everyone loved it…..everyone!
Has anyone made this in a slow cooker?
Great recipe that covers all the important areas. I doubled it, and used 1 lt red kidney bean, and 3 chili beans in the chili gravy. Perfect texture and thickness. 2nd batch in 2021..
excellent – tripled recipe and made a few adjustments – the spice combo is excellent
Amazing. Great with the sugar, great without it.
I found this in 2019 and it is by far the best ever!! Easy to prepare and has all the best flavorful ingredients!
Try it, folks, you’ll love it!
Very, very good recipe. My tweaks consisted of an additional can of red kidney beans (drained & rinsed), only 2 TEASPOONS of ground cumin, and an extra 1/2 pound of ground meat (actually I used ground chuck instead which was 85% lean). I drained a little fat, but not all of it. I used Mexene Chili Powder. I omitted the cayenne pepper because the heat from the Mexene Chili Powder is enough to please most people. You can add a few shakes of Louisiana Hot sauce to the servings of those who may want a bit more kick. All in all, it is a crowd-pleaser and very easy to prepare. Thanks!
I have been using the same recipe for 35 years. I wanted a change. This chili is awesome. My new favorite.
Delicious chili and an easy recipe to follow. Will make it again. Perfect for this cold weather!!
This was my 1st time cooking chili. I used fresh minced garlic (as I had fresh garlic on hand). I also washed & drained pinto beans for the kidney beans (as I didn’t have any kidney beans). Lastly, I read 1 of the posts about adding a thickener; so I added a about 1T of corn starch. I topped it with shredded cheddar cheese & a spoonful of sour cream. It came out great… & was So Tasty that I had to have 2nd’s. Thanks so much for sharing this recipe. It was absolutely, delicious!
Excellent chili! This recipe is easy and very delicious. I left out the cayenne and it had just enough heat for our taste. This is my new go to chili recipe.
This really IS the best classic chili recipe that I’ve tasted.
This is the best chili recipe I have ever made or tasted!
I’ve tried MANY chili recipes, but this was the best!! It’s super easy and quicker than others. I did add some ingredients, but it would’ve been great even without them…(1 chunky-cut red bell pepper & 1 celery stalk, 1/4 tsp. cinnamon, 1/4 C. fresh cilantro —and more at serving along with shredded cheddar-Jack, 10 oz. drained Mexican corn, and some diced jalapeño to my liking). I’m making this AGAIN for our (VERY small “Covid”) Super Bowl party. YUMMMM!!
Easy to follow, easy to make. Delicious! ☺
Delicious and so easy! Thank you for sharing this recipe!
Just wondering if anyone knows how many cups are yielded in the recipe? And how many cups are a serving?
It’s great when u add just 2 drops of Dave’s Insanity Sauce.wonderful!
Sooooo don’t hate but I added a red bell pepper, roasted garlic 🧄 cloves, and bacon. I also drained my ground beef and onions and started back in the pan with a little splash of olive oil. I used chicken stock homemade, 6 oz to kind of deglaze the pot. I used tomato seasoning powder to thicken and take the place of tomato paste. Sour cream and cheese is all you’ll need!
Allow much more time for cooking. Suggests 25 minutes, but last step is to simmer for 20-25 minutes, after all the other steps.
Still simmering. Tastes good already!! Smells great!!
I use this recipe every time I make chili. We all absolutely love it!
I really enjoyed the chili recipe. I will continue using this recipe when making chili
Great recipe. The only thing I changed was using less sugar than the recipe called for. For the number of servings I made, I was supposed to use 3 tablespoons of sugar and I only used 1.
Excellent!!! I made it with venison.
We LOVE this recipe! It is now the ONE we make. Simple, yet so flavorful
I really enjoyed the taste of this chili. It has a good combination of spices. It is full of that chili flavor I love. I like to tweak it a little, maybe a can of chili beans, and/or a can of garbanzo beans, maybe corn and/or black beans, a bit more chili powder, maybe a little more tomato paste.
This recipe is super easy and delicious!!! The only thing I would change is to half the sugar or possibly even omit. My husband and I like spice, so I did add the cayenne pepper as well as sliced jalapeños, and I am so glad I did! Can’t wait to make this again in the near future!
I will follow any receipe to a T the first time as I did with this. I was surprised it called for sugar, and to be honest, it was a pleasant surprise, it had a dynamic taste with all the other seasonings. I would do maybe 1 tbsp next time, but this was still a delicious recipe. Next time I’ll try stewed tomatoes instead of diced for a chunkier consistency. Still, I kept saying this was one of the best chili recipes, and it’s been bookmarked.
The BEST chili recipe! I’ve always used Carroll Shelby’s but this is way better.
this is amzing
Made this for supper (Jan 2021). I doubled the onion and doubled the garlic. I also used fresh garlic. Everyone really liked it and the vote is to have it again. We vote on new recipes. We’ve been married 20 years and for the first time we all agree on a chili recipe. Thanks.
Excellent and so easy to make! The first time I made it I used the full amount of cumin but it turned out to be slightly too much so the next time I scaled it back to about 2/3 and it was perfect. I would also recommend doubling the recipe if you have a family of more than two.
Best chilli I’ve ever had
Made per recipe, except left out sugar. Very nice spice ratio! Will make again and maybe add an extra can of beans…maybe black beans.
Seriously so good. I think the spices here are just spot on. Alterations I made only because I didn’t have the same ingredients: I made my own tomato sauce using like 1/3c paste and 2/3 water. Then added the additional 2T paste as written. I used stewed tomatoes canned instead of diced, just cut them up a bit with scissors in the pan..I also used ground chicken instead and some Asian fried red chili flakes at the end! Didn’t even matter that I had to sub half the ingredients because it was just so stinking good!
We really loved this recipe. I adjusted the spices for the preference of my family! This will be a go to!
Love the flavor and the heat!
Definitely saving this recipe.
Can I sub veggie broth for the beef broth?
This was seriously AMAZING!! I knew it would be good, but it is now the only one I’ll use. I did take other’s advice without trying it as written.
I used 1 1/2 TBS of cumin, 1 TBS honey instead of sugar, and 1 1/2 TBS minced garlic instead of garlic powder.
SO SO GOOD!!
Really good chili, but next time I will reduce cumin to 1 tbsp and sugar to 1 tbsp as well.
Was easy to make and had calls for more!
I’ve found my new go-to chili recipe! So easy, and completely delicious. Thank you!
This was amazing 👏 everyone loved it my fiance never gets seconds but he did with this chili. I served it with cornbread and baked potatoes. I added schiricha and banana ketchup. So good I aboustly grande recipe.
Turned out great. Can also be done in a crockpot. I did.
I just want to say I think this recipe needs even more cumin. Too much anti-cumin sentiment in these comments.
Delicious! So flavorful!
This was so good and so easy! We love a good kick, and it sure had it! I added extra beans and a green pepper as I had 1 1/3 lbs organic beef. Will be making this again!
I love this as a really good basic recipe to adapt to your own taste. The second time I made it I cut the sugar in half, doubled the cayenne pepper and instead of the 2 Tbs. of cumin I used 1 tsp. each of cumin, oregano and coriander. We loved it!
I made this with venison cut up into small chunks and let it simmer for about 3 hours. Delicious!
Easy excellent tasting chili. I made it according to recipe and we love it!
Wow! This was delicious! It will be a staple in our house.
Super delicious and not too spicy! Thank you!!!
My new favorite chili recipe. I don’t change a thing. Delicious.
This is the best chilli recipe I’ve ever made. I just made a double batch today because my family was disappointed that we did not have leftovers.
I make this all the time; I can’t stop eating it!!!!!
Fantastic !! Break corn bread up in this great recipe when you serve it !
Excellent recipe. I have made this several times. A big hit and so easy to make.
Made it as per recipe, so easy and tasted awesome!
I never go through the trouble to rate a recipe online, I more of a try it, and save it without commenting but this is amazing!
This recipe is perfect in its simplicity. Sometimes chili recipes get too complicated and there are so many ingredients that it feels more like a competition how many ingredients can be thrown in a pot instead of creating a simple flavorful recipe. If anything this is an amazing base for someone to throw maybe one or two flavors in for heat if needed otherwise this is perfect standalone.
This recipe is easy and has come out perfect after multiple tries and is a hit. I have always been nervous to make chili since everyone seems to have “award winning” recipes but this is a simple, flavorful but not overpowering recipe I am not shy to make for guests.
Great recipe, easy to follow. I doubled the batch and added chopped bell pepper and a chopped jalapeño, as well as fresh garlic instead of powdered. It was a bit! Will use again for sure 🙂
Chili was super good but the only change I would make would be using 1 teaspoon of ground cumin instead of 2 tablespoons, if you use the full amount it ends up testing kind of like taco chili
Some of the best chili I’ve ever had! Love how simple the recipe is and it has just the right amount of heat. Now I understand all the 5 star reviews. Thank you for sharing!
Read the comments before I made this chili. I cur the cumin and sugar in half and I also use 2 pounds of beef as well as add celery, green pepper and mushrooms. I add a little cornstarch to thicken. Great recipe! Its hard to find one that has a classic chili taste.
Great recipe!! Thanks!!!!
I Substitute:
*organic ground turkey for the ground beef
* 1can of stewed tomatoes for the diced tomatoes
Serve with a hunk of good rye bread or if gluten free—serve over GF elbow macaroni
My husband and neighbor love this chili.
I made this vegan by replacing the 1lb of beef with 2 1/2 cups of TVP soaked in a soy sauce and mushroom broth and using a vegan beef broth substitute for the beef broth in the recipe. Allowing the finished recipe to sit for several hours before eating gives time for the tvp to soak up all the flavors of the chili giving no hint that it’s not ground beef!
Excellent recipe. Thank you.
We tried it out and it s spectacular, excellent for first time chili chefs!
Great base for chili. I added green peppers, garlic, a splash of vinegar, and a pinch of nutmeg. I reduced the sugar and cumin as others suggested.
I follow this recipe to a T and it is the best chili I’ve ever had! Thanks for sharing!
Absolutely delicious, best I ever made.
This is now my Go To Chili recipe. I did reduce the Cumin to 1 tablespoon and it is perfect for our family.
Definitely recommend this recipe !
It turned out great! We added a little more tomatoe sauce instead if the broth and a little BBQ sauce.
I’ve tried this recipe before and loved it. I made it again today but didn’t realise that I didn’t have broth so I used a cup of red wine instead. Delicious!!!
I added 4 chopped chilli pepers to the chopped onion and cooked them in vegetable oil until the onions were teanslucent. Then I added ground moose meat. Then I followed the rest of the directions to make a great chilli.
Thank you!
Great taste, and really easy; I will never buy canned again! I substituted with ground turkey (3/4 lb, I like a little more liquid) and chicken broth, did half white/red kidney beans for color, and added 1/2 can of black beans too. Rave reviews from all!
The best chilli ever! Just enough spice, flavour galore and smells divine! 5 Stars from me!⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Best chili ever!!! It’s a keeper. 🥰
This is a staple go-to at home when we have ground beef. This is so easy and low-effort to make and I absolutely love it. Sometimes I’ll throw in a serrano pepper if I want an extra kick (we have too many serannos at home).
Awesome easy recipe! I will make this again. I added some leftover corn niblets from last night’s salad.
By far the BEST Chili Recipe I have ever tried and I have tried many. The only changes I made, was that I added a green pepper and red pepper (minced) and simmered the chili for an hour and half to let everything meld together. The seasoning in this recipe is on point.
Delicious. I omitted the sugar. I will probably add more beans next time.
Great recipe with awesome balance of ingredients. I make my own chili powder so it is a bit hotter plus I add chipotle peppers. I also put in less sugar than recommended and add cocoa. I have made this recipe without my changes and it is great as written also.
I love this recipe! So much flavour!
I have along with the beef broth add in leftover gravy from M&M’s beef roast… So good!
Excellent, with sugar left out. I used chili-ground elk, added 6 oz can of diced green chilis, and added a bottle of Belgium Tripel Bock beer instead of beef broth.
Also doubled recipe, so we are eating this all week!
Would give this 6 stars if I could!
Thanks
I would absolutely make this again, but the only change I would make would be to use 1 Tbsp of sugar instead of 2. It was a little too sweet for my taste but otherwise, it was AWESOME.
I forgot to buy cumin so I substituted 1 tbsp of ginger. It came out really good.
Love it. Cook this a lot.
I tried this receipt and it is now my “go to” favorite!!!!
Very easy and delicious
Very good recipe although I would omit the sugar altogether. I added only 1 tablespoon and it was still too sweet. Tomatoes already add sweetness so no need for sugar. My husband added jalapeños but it was just right in heat for me. Will make again!
Excellent
This was fantastic! I have one recipe I have always made but got bored – this is my new go-to. I used turkey vs. ground beef, only 1/2 T of sugar, less cumin, chicken bone broth (10 ounces), garbanzo beans vs. kidney and I added 1/4t of cinnamon.
Oh – and while I was cooking the onion and meat, I added red pepper flakes.
Best classic recipe! I also cut back on sugar to 1 Tbsp. I also used 2lb ground beef and increased broth and tomato paste, tomato sauce and diced tomatoes. Not quite double. Awesome recipe! Great with hot rolls and a dollop of sour cream and added some shredded extra sharp cheddar. I will add some scallions next time for sure!
Added extra beans and frozen corn, delicious!
Wow this chili was great. Made it for dinner tonight and it was a big hit. I only changed three ingredients: I used brown sugar instead of white (personal preference) and I added one tablespoon of cocoa powder and one and a half teaspoons of cinnamon. All three of my changes came from 40 years of making chili and I happen to believe they are my little secrets to enhancing any chili recipe. I’m glad I found your recipe today. Thank you for your contribution to my saved recipes.
nice! I love this recipe!!!
SOOO Yummy! I ran out of chili powder and used paprika to substitute (I know, not the same thing, but we just love paprika) Also I used natures seasoning instead of cumin because I HATE cumin. It was sooooooooo yum!
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I have made this recipe multiple times in the last year. It is so good. Everyone I have made it for loves it also!!!
This chili was very easy to make and very tasty. It was more on the sweet side so next time I will use half of the amount of sugar. Very happy how it turned out though and recommend to others.
Perfect recipe for people learning how to cook. Easy to make, great tasting, doesn’t take too long. Makes good leftovers.
This is a perfect cold day meal! I leave out the chili powder because I feed young children. I let adults add chili sauce if they want more heat🥵. Also I mix the seasoning in a zip lock bag so I’m ready to mix up another batch in a hurry whenever requested!
Easy, tasty, and had everything in my pantry!
My husband is extremely picky and doesn’t like experiments. He said it was a five out of five! I will make again.
Really delicious! I used 1/2 the amount for the Cumin And sugar and it turned out perfect. I will definitely make this again. This will be my go to chili recipe from now on.
My favorite chili recipe! I follow recipe exactly as listed- but I double it for leftovers.
WOW!!! I never use a recipe for chili but this week I wanted chili and didn’t want to think. I pulled this up and made – so quick and easy. So DELICIOUS!!!! Just the right spice and flavor.
Best chili recipe ever! Easy yet so flavorful. I omit the cayenne pepper for my kids.
Loved it!! My husband had two helpings. I did not add the cayenne, and it was still delicious. This will be my chili recipe going forward.
Love, love, love this recipe❤️. Soo good! Only thing I added was garlic; I sautéed with the onion. Thanks for posting! 😉 And the cumin amount was just fine for me! Thanks again!
I have made this recipe about 8 times. My husband says it’s the best chili he has ever had. I skip the sugar and add more beans, black and red.
My family over it! Second time making it at their request.
This chili recipe is amazing. The only change I make is that I use 3/4 of red wine that has been sitting too long and 3/4 cup of beef broth.
First time making chili and we ate the first batch so quickly I made another! SO good, definitely the best chili I’ve ever had.
Outstanding recipe, very quick to make. I just cut the cumin in half, very delicious.
Fast and easy recipe. We doubled all the ingredients and added jalapeños to the mix. Very tasty
Everyone loved it. Used half of the cumin suggested. Also added more meat and beans ( I feed an army). Was asked to make this week again.
I’m making chili for the first time and was wondering what I’d need to do if I wanted to leave the diced tomatoes out. I don’t particularly care for the texture of cooked tomatoes. I know you need the liquid from the diced tomatoes, so I assume you’d need to substitute something, but am not sure what, or how/if it might change the seasoning. Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
This is the best chili EVER !!! I shared my chili with my 90 year old neighbor, who thought his chili was the best. Now he only uses this recipe. Who says that you can’t teach an old dog new tricks !!! 😊
Only thing that I changed was : didn’t add the salt, use about half of the beef broth for thicker chili, put it in crock pot after cooking the onions and beef. Cook in crock pot either on high or low stirring occasionally. Yum !!!
Thank you for your EXCELLENT recipe !!!
Great recipe. I left out the cumin, and reduced the sugar by 1/4. I added chopped mushrooms. And I left it cook for a few hours. If you decrease the spicy ingredients, you can add hot sauce at the end to accommodate the diner’s taste. This is a great recipe as a basis. I served four and there was plenty for seconds.
Tom in Scottsdale, AZ
I have now made this recipe 3x in the last 6 weeks. It is FABULOUS!!!!Thank you so much. I cannot wait to check out some of your other recipe’s. Keep them coming. With appreciation, Jackie
I’ve been making this recipe for over a year. It was the first chili recipe I ever made, and it’s been a favorite recipe since then. I like that it has a good meat to bean ratio (more meat than beans). There’s constantly 6-7 servings. I add sour cream, cheddar cheese, sweet corn, and sometimes jalapenos. I usually make sweet cornbread with it too. Once I doubled the recipe and froze half, and it still tasted great a month later, although it did take over 24 hours to thaw in the fridge.
This is a great recipe. I reduced the sugar as I like to put some dark chocolate in my chili and I reduced to cumin to 1 tablespoon. But definitely a low hassle good yield chili recipe.
Excellent! My spouse complimented every spoonful! Will make again with real garlic, less sugar (although it is not sweet), and bay leaves. Easy and delicious!
Finally found a recipe that tastes like chili.
I really like this recipe, but 2 tablespoons of sugar is too much. I ended up with really sweet chili. Next time, I will cut back to 1 tablespoon or less.
This was the best chili that I have made! My husband doesn’t do spicy, so I omitted the cayenne. I will definitely make this again!
I didn’t have beef broth so I made my own out of bullion cubes. I also didn’t have tomato sauce so I used pasta sauce. I used fresh garlic instead of garlic powder and we use 80/20 beef. My husband says it’s the best chili he’s ever had – and he’s eaten ALOT of chili.
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This is an awesome recipe! This the the first homemade recipe that turned out GREAT!
Best chili I’ve ever had, thank you for the recipe
Thanks for the recipe 🙂 It was too sweet for me. I added some vinegar that someone suggested to tone it down but it didn’t really work. I’d just leave it out next time.
I have never made chili before, and this was super easy! I did sub with ground turkey and chicken broth, used half red and half white kidney beans for color, and added half a can of black beans too. I wanted it to have more liquid than the video showed, and therefore used 3/4 of the amount of meat. Used all the spice as listed except no sugar, and half the cayenne, but next time I am going to use 3/4. It was fantastic!
This is a very rich tasting chili. My grandkids who don’t like chili couldn’t get enough! I doubled the recipe but did not double the spices. I added a little extra salt and garlic powder. This is going to be the family go to recipe.
This recipe was a hit with my family! So tasty and wholesome. We served with cheese buns!
Made this chili about a month ago to taste test and is now our new Christmas Eve go-to meal!! It’s super delicious and easy. One of the best (if not THE BEST) chili dishes I’ve ever made!
Meant to add to my previous post … I thought the cumin would be too much… absolutely wasn’t!
made it for the first time, and it came out fab.
This was great chili. I made a double batch for a party outside, and there was barely any left at the end. I also added a can of garbanzo beans, which is a personal fave of mine. Thanks for the recipe!
I made a double batch, but I used 1 lb ground beef and 1 lb hot Italian sausage and left out cayenne pepper. Very yummy. Served with corn bread on the side. Huge hit with the family. Thank you for the recipe!
I used Gardein (non meat) from the frozen food aisle and it was fantastic. My neighbor suggested that because they can’t have meat.
Best chilli recipe hands down….first time making it today, and it’s perfect.
Delicious; lots of flavor! I opted to leave out the cayenne, but it was still very flavorful. Super easy to make. When I made it, it served four adults almost exactly. We will definitely put this in the dinner rotation.
Very good and Easy.. Only change is that I doubled the beans. Love beans
The best recipe I have ever tasted. I didn’t put the sugar in it, can’t have extra sugar. Love it just the way it is.
Awesome Chili. I bumped it up a bit with some venison, a small can of chopped green chili peppers, 1/2 tsp of Sage, 1/8 tsp of red pepper, a sprinkle of white pepper, 1 tsp of Worcester Sauce….dark brown sugar instead of white sugar. It was some of the finest chili I have made. I consider myself to be a good chili cook and this will be my new go to recipe for Chili. Good, good stuff.
Easy, yummy, and love the cumin. Delish! Thanks!
Excellent recipe….Simple and fast. I did find it rather hot. Even after adding 1 more can of diced tomatoes and beans. (I didn’t drain the beans which helped thicken it) Next time I plan to reduce the chili powder to 1 1/2 TBSP. Not a fan of cumin so I completely eliminated it. Plan to try it with ground turkey.
Love this recipe. I didn’t change a thing. I am not good In the kitchen but this was easy with exact directions.
I would like to know if you can freeze it?
Great chili just added a pepper and garlic 🧄
I really liked this recipe it’s easy to make and my first time making my family enjoyed it .my hubby wants more so today i will be making more .thanks
I’ve made this recipe twice now. First time I followed the recipe adding the red pepper, it was way to hot for my family’s taste. Second time I made this recipe I omitted the red pepper. Everyone loved it! This is my go to Chili recipe now.
Finally, after years of searching I FOUND the best.
Thank you
This is my go to chili recipe. Always a crowd pleaser every time. the only change is, I double everything for double the serving size! 😁😁
Oh and I use ground turkey and turkey broth.
I made it and loved it My first chili was a success!!!
This is my first time ever commenting on a recipe or blog but I got to give credit where credit is due! This is where my go to chili recipe after years of experimenting. For me the spices are absolutely perfect I love all the flavor. I also find the consistency of this chili is perfect for me, not too watery and not too chunky. Amazing thank you!
Excellent recipe for chili. Thought the sauce was a bit thin, so I thickened it with a little corn starch and water. Otherwise, the best chili I have had in ages. Serve with shredded cheddar/Colby cheese.
Excellent chili! I like my Chili with more beans so I added Peruvian beans and reduced the amount of beef. I did not add the sugar. I will definitely make this chili again .
This was an excellent recipe for me making chili for the first time. I did make a few changes and will probably a few more for the next time. The changes/additions I did: added fresh garlic and green pepper with the onion, added beef kielbasa and 1/2 jalapeno after hamburger was cooked. I used recommended seasoning but probably added a little more/less to my taste. Also for seasoning added a little adobo, Trader Joes Italian sofrito (a must have in every kitchen), a dash of red pepper flakes, and a pinch or 2 of cajun seasoning. It gave the chili a very nice smoky flavor, just enough spice but not spicy. I also used regular diced tomatoes and not petite from the can. Next time the only difference I will make is use less broth. I thought this was a little soupy and I like my chili hearty. I also let it simmer on low for an hour.
This recipe produces delicious chili, I’ll be using it from here on out because it’s not only better than my previous recipe it’s also easier. I reduced the sodium everywhere I could and only added 3/4 teas. salt because, health issues. I added a large, finely diced jalapeño instead of the cyan. Very tasty I especially like the gravy/broth. Some cheddar and a little sour cream and you will have two bowls.
Excellent recipe!!! I used everything except I added a minced jalapeno and garlic. Intend to like my chili a little thicker but so I may lesson the broth next time, however, the flavor is absolutely delicious! Thank you!
The title is accurate, it really is the best chili. I’ve made this several times already and it is soo delicious. My husband LOVES it! Thank you for this recipe.
This recipe ha WAY too much cumin…..reduce the cumin to 1 teaspoon & it’s a great recipe.
This is very good! I have made it 100% according to the recipe and then again with my own spin. I omit the sugar and add a teaspoon of cinnamon instead. I also double the recipe because it really only yields 4 servings. Finally, I always add an additional cup of beef broth because I don’t like super thick chili! It’s a good base!
I’ve made this a dozen times now. I follow the recipe except for the sugar. I usually drain my chili but the recipe didn’t call for it so I didn’t and still don’t. It may not be healthy but it is delicious this way. Lol super happy I found this recipe! Thanks a bunch!
Try adding a little sugar to anything with tomatoes; it doesn’t make it sweet, but instead brings out the natural acids in the tomato. 👍😋
This is the best chili. The only thing I changed was a little less than half the cumin just because I am not a fan of cumin. Delicious recipe!
I reduced the cumin to 1 tbsp, the chilli powder to 1 tbsp, I cannot handle heat very well. Surprisingly, this is a great tasty recipe. This will be myy go to chilli recipe from now on!
I find recipes to use as templates because I can never be sure of what I’ve got to work with– This is a great recipe. Solid on its own, but great to jump off from as well. Many thanks for posting such a solid go-to!
Absolutely Delicious
awesome, simply awesome. I added a bunch of minced garlic as well just because I love it, but this recipe is superb!!!!!
Everyone who’ tastes this LOVES it!!
Didn’t use cumin and cayenne pepper. The chili still was delicious!!! Thanks for the recipe.
Always a hit and so easy!
This pretty much my g to chili recipe. I make a couple changes. I swap the sugar for honey and use a heaping tablespoon, use fresh garlic (about 3 cloves) and a couple of bay leaves. I leave the cayenne to individual as hubby not a spice guy. Cumin screams chili to me and I just put a hardy palm full! Yummy all around recipe that can be tweaked if wanted. Thanks for sharing!
Yes Bay leaf is exactly what I think was missing, for me! Delicious recipe ! Thank you for sharing.
I am a Midwest farm girl transplanted to Texas and this is my go to chili recipe. I do not eat beef so I have made a few modifications and I’m not talking turkey.
I sub the beef broth for chicken stock made from better than bouillon and trade out the ground beef for beer brats removed from the casing. That is my families favorite and there are no leftovers with the three of us.
If I am in need of a “no meat” meal I sub the stock with a veggie stock made from seasoned vegetable base from better than bouillon and use impossible burger ground meat substitute. I might have enough leftovers for one if I make it this way.
I forgot to mention I half the Cumin in both variations.
I love this recipe!!
Outstanding flavor. I like my chili a little thicker so I added arrowroot to thicken. Next time I will reduce the sugar to 1 TBSP, or perhaps omit. This is definitely a great recipe to make your own.
I like to add fat free retried beans to thicken chili
Great recipe! Next I would use 1 tbsp of sugar instead of 2 and maybe 1/2 tbsp less of cumin. I like spice so cayenne pepper is a must.
Excellent recipe. I omitted the cayenne and add som Siracha sauce instead. Best chili I’ve made and super easy!
Regarding the browning of the ground beef:
I notice the recipe calls for the onions to be sautéed in the oil for a bit and then you add the ground beef and brown it. Wouldn’t browning the beef with the onions and oil remove some of the onion flavor from the meal when you drained the fat from the browned ground beef?
Thanks!
I used 93/7 beef and didn’t have to drain the oil.
It doesn’t call for draining the beef.
I used 90/10 beef and had no extra oil in the pan.
I personally cook the onions with the meet then i also added garlic salt and onion powder it added more flavor
Excellent recipe. Quick and delicious!
Very good. Only thing I changed was I added bacon and sliced jalapeños. I do suggest to cut down on the sugar though.
Simple and delicious. Most importantly the husband approves. Not that i think women should put their man’s
(or woman’s) needs before their own but im a crazy anxious ppl pleaser type and therefore regard his opinion of my cooking above mine. Okay ramble finished. Thx for this easy, yummy recipe!
HAHA me too!!! nothing better than having someone enjoy your meal.
Made this for dinner tonight and my husband just said to me, “This is the best damn chili I’ve ever had. This is the way chili is supposed to be.” Great, solid, easy recipe! Thanks for sharing!
This was damn good chilli. I like beans so I added a second can … and about 1/2 cup of broth more. Lots of wiggle room in this recipe to make it your own!
My husband said the same!
Just had to stop and say I love this comment!! 🙂
This recipe is great! I made it the first time per instructions, however from that time on I’ve changed a couple of things. First I don’t like the sugar in mine and I add fresh garlic and jalapeños. Salt as I go to the taste. I also like adding whole stew tomatoes that I cut in half cause I like it chunky. Awesome recipe that you can make your own.
Great recipe. Very quick and easy to make. My daughter is a very picky eater and she loved it!
I found this recipe tonight and happened to have all the ingredients except I only had Jenny-O ground turkey 1 lb. The dish was very nice and tasty. I did less cumin and used 2 tsp and not the 2 tbs listed. The amount of cumin is an individual taste. I recommend this chili .
Excellent!! My first time making chili and I was so happy with the results. I did add some jalapeno to it just as an added jolt of flavor but it was quite good! Thank you
Great recipe except very heavy on the cumin- in my opinion. I will make again but with less cumin! Cayenne pepper gives it the perfect amount of kick.
Exactly was excellent recipe.
I agree.Two much cumin.Made. It bitter.So next timeI’ll adjust by half.Otherwise a great recipe.
So easy. We have played with the seasonings and have settled on just doubling the cayenne.
Have you ever tried to put in chili’s in adobo sauce?? Adds great spice.
I never write reviews on recipes but, this one is tooooo good not to! My boyfriend ate 4 bowls. He also said it’s the best chili he’s ever had! Thank you sooooo much! It’s quick and easy and the flavor is just out of this world! It’s New Year’s Eve 2020 and I’m making this for my neighbors tonight! I know they’re going to LOVE It! Thank you for sharing!
Very easy and delicious. Thanks for sharing.
Great taste! And so easy!
I used pinto beans instead of red beans and a can of tomato sauce. I also added a pinch of baking cocoa and a dash of cinnamon.
OMG! This chili recipe is so easy and wholesome and delicious. I only swapped the ground beef for turkey. My kids are now requesting this meal often! Thank you!!!
This is a great recipe! I’m making it for my home! I just tried it- it tastes REALLY, really good! I love the addition of the juicy and onions. I can’t wait to cook this again! Thanks!!! 5 stars!
I just made a double batch of this with some cornbread for my large family, adding a bit of extra diced tomato, and a poblano pepper. It was divine – thank you for the wonderful recipe! Also, I highly recommend adding the poblano – it adds an extra layer of complexity that puts it over the top. Winner winner, chili dinner!
Great chili recipe. Was a huge hit in my house.
I made this beef chili and it is delicious 😋, my go to recipe always.
This chili was seriously the BEST chili I have ever eaten in my life. My mom and sister were over and their eyes got big when they took the first bite. So excited to have found this recipe! Thank you for sharing!!!
Just made this recipe and it’s awesome ☺️
Great recipe! We omit the sugar all together and use just half the cayenne pepper. Excellent on a hot dog 🥰
absolutely amazing! i did with out the sugar but overall the best chili recipe yet!
Love this recipe. Used half of the salt it called for. Used Rotelle in place of diced tomatoes. Family absolutely loved it!!
Just made this chili today and it is delicious!! Thank you for sharing the recipe! Yum!
This is a very good basic chili recipe. My only suggestion would be less chili powder (and maybe cumin?). I thought the chili powder somewhat overpowered the rest of the ingredients. Perhaps it depends on the brand of powder you use, and what is in that? I just know that for my taste buds, the chili powder was a bit too much. I added in 4 minced garlic cloves and a diced green pepper. It was delicious! It’s a very versatile recipe – I think you could add just about anything to it, or tweak it however you wanted to, and it would come out great! Thank you for sharing!!
Good recipe. I added fresh garlic and used a little extra chili powder and cumin, but that’s just my preference. I also used fresh beans
This is our new go to chilli recipe. Thank t is perfect.
Number 1 Winter comfort food. Loved this recipe! The family loved it too!
easy and fast. I didn’t use paste, but that was just because I didn’t have any.
I’ve made this several times. it is a good basic recipe that is easy to modify if you need to.
Good but a little too sweet from the sugar. Threw me off a bit. Other than that it’s pretty great. I added 1/8tsp if the cayenne pepper and it’s not too spicy from it but still gives it a decent kick.
This recipe turned out great! I used ground turkey in place of beef and only half of the amount of sugar. Will definitely make this again!
I love it! It’s delicious! I did not use real sugar, I replaced the sugar with monk fruit sweeter. The sugar replacement did not change the taste. So, no spike to my bs! I’m a diabetic. I used the cayenne and the spices was just right for me.
Best Chili recipe by far! My daughter had 3 bowls and husband loved it!
Family really liked it!
I doubled this recipe because my husband loves chili, & usually chili is better on the second day. He doesn’t like alot of spice, so I kept most of the spices in the amounts in the recipe, without doubling. I like using cumin in various recipes, because it has a “taste of its own” It was too spicy for him… but for those who like spice & cumin, this would be a very good dish. I like cumin, but it was a bit strong for me too… but again, for those that like spicy & the taste of cumin, it’s a nice recipe that thickens up nicely, & has a bite to it.
fast and easy to make with a very nice flavor and consistency I used the cayenne pepper but next time would only use about half of the sugar as well but otherwise wouldn’t change a thing well done and thank you
The best chili i ever made! Delicious and so easy to make. My wife and I love it. Thank you!
doubled recipe, didnt have cumin. used stewed tomato instead of diced, it was AMAZING!
I’m a cooking teacher for kid 9-18 and Adults. . I’ve used it at school for our cooking classes and catering. Recently I made it for my work, the National Park Pub I work for. It’s a hit!!! My kids at school love it and now our patrons at the pub !!! One of The best chili’s I’ve found !!!!!
Do you drain the ground beef?
Yummy delish. I did incorporate some modifications. I used ground chicken, a whole can of tomato sauce (15oz.) and added black beans (drained/rinsed) as well. So delicious, I will not buy packets ever again.
This is my favorite chili recipe ever. I’ve already cooked it SO many times this fall/winter. Definite winner at my house.
This is really good and really easy. I drained the fat off the meat before adding the seasoning. In the future I will use 1 tablespoon of sugar or less because this was a tad too sweet.
I made this chili just now exactly as described. This is a very good chili. I find the main differences in chili recipes is the amount of spice used. This leans heavier on chili powder and cumin…both that add depth to this dish. Would I modify this dish? Maybe with a little more tomato flavor but that would be all.
I wanted to make some Chili for dinner on this cold NC morning and found this recipe. I’m a seasonal cook and was very skeptical about the heavy spices in this chili recipe. However, it is delicious and easy, and I will use it again for sure. I thought the spice amounts were perfect, as written. Who would have thought it! I did not have tomato paste (what cook doesn’t keep tomato paste at all times?). The chili did not miss it, even for thickening. Instead of the cayenne, I tossed in a small chipotle packed in adobo sauce, which I keep in my freezer. It added a tiny bit of heat and also a mild smoky flavor. This recipe is a keeper for sure!
Yum!!! I eased up on the spices cause hubby is a wimp, but it’s perfect and very flavorful. Sugar, who’d a thought? I used less of that too. Really enjoyed this Chili!
i love chili but never made it before , i looked up recipes and this popped up with over 1000k likes and 5 stars . i must say it was really good , i would like it to be a little more spicey next time , i may try to add a little crushed red pepper or more cayenne ! i layered my bowl with tortilla chips then some cheese , put chili ontop with alittle more cheese and sour cream ! sitting fat on my couch ….
Finally a great base recipe for chili! Tried many but this is by far the best. After making it as directed, I have since made some adjustments for our tastes: reduce chili powder to 2 Tbsp, cumin to 1 Tbsp, and omit sugar; sub bottle of beer for broth. Thanks!
Delicious chili and easy. I use extra beans and omit the cayenne also. I will definitely make this again.
Made this recipe for the first time. it’s perfect with added cayenne (1/2tsp). The depth of flavor is what is most attractive about this recipe. Many chili recipes I’ve made are lacking that fullness of flavor and well balanced as well. A keeper for our family. Thanks
I am a vegan and this is by far the best chili recipe. I use vegetable stock in lieu of the beef stock and I do not use meat or any soy product which is tofu or tempeh. I use everything else and this chili is soooooo delicious. I use it just the way it is listed above except no meat products (beef or beef stock)! Love it! Love it! Love it!
I wish I could give it a 100 stars!
The entire household loved this chilli. Best I have ever made. The many various spices made the difference.
Love it !! Thanks you so much for sharing this recipe
I made thus but changed it up just a bit because I don’t eat red meat. I subbed ground turkey for the beef and vegetable broth for the beef broth. I used Rotel in place of the diced tomatoes and added 2 more cans of beans (1 ea of white cannelini and pinto) because I wanted to stretch the portions and love beans. I used McCormick brand chili powder because it is not as spicy, included the cayenne and a diced jalapeno because we like some heat. My 15 year old grandson ate 7 bowls. 7. My pickiest 12 yo grandson couldn’t stop saying how awesome the chili was. His friend almost licked the bowl clean. I had made a batch and a half and between 5 of us there was barely any left overs. This was indeed the best chili. It is now the only recipe I will use and will be adding it to the rotation. I made it early in the morning and then put it in crock pot on warm to sit all day. It made the house smell amazing and was SO worth the wait. You will not be disappointed. I asked the kids and my honey if they could tell I used Turkey and they said they would have never known…. 🙂 Winning.
Love this recipe! My only change is I up the broth a touch, and use a potato masher while it’s cooking to break up the beans and thicken it up. Delicious!
Very easy, however my boyfriend is a hunter, and we had ground Elk in the freezer. No fat it’s leener than beef.
Delicious.
This is a family favorite! I swap sugar for brown sugar and add half a bag of MÉlange À Trois peppers from Trader Joe’s and a little bit of chocolate. So delicious!!
Super easy. I used black beans because I don’t like the others. This was the best chili I have ever made.
My new favorite chili recipe!
Forgot to add the rating!,
Thanks for the recipe! It was yummy! I made it with ground turkey and pinto beans since that is what I had. My husband and I enjoyed it!
Made this twice and it’s now my go to chili recipe. I am so happy that I stumbled upon this gem. Thanks!
I’ve made a lot of chili over the years. The combination of spices made this absolutely awesome. My husband who loves spicy was really impressed. I’ve highlighted this in my recipe list. I think it will be my go to from now on. I put the leftovers into a Chili Mac casserole topped with pickled jalapeno peppers and melted cheese.
This recipe was really. Just wondering, if I wanted to double the amount of meat, would I need to add more liquid as well?
*really good.
Way too much cumin and chili powder. Not enough garlic. I tastes straight up like dry seasoning. I’m going to let it simmer for longer to see if maybe the seasons marry more with everything.
Made this for supper for the first time this evening – I am definitely making this again. 🙂 I made small changes to the recipe: browned beef with chili powder, then added to pot and added more chili powder; added corn to the chili; and less than exactly doubled the yield. It’s great! I happily found myself delighting in spoonful after spoonful before it was done simmering. 🙂
Love this chili recipe! So good and so easy! The only thing I changed is I use diced petite tomatoes with chiles and I/2 bad frozen fire roasted corn. Spices are perfect!!
Made this for Halloween and it was the highlight of the night, everyone loved it and took some home. Making it again tonight for dinner!
Very nice depth of flavor in a short period of time! I used ground pork as that is what I had in the freezer.
Made this with plant based ‘meat’ for my vegetarian friend. She said it was the best chili. Even my meat-eating husband liked it.
I added about tap white pepper, 1/2 tsp cinnamon & smoked paprika, as well as some pinto beans.
Delicious! I’m so glad I tried this recipe!! I’ve been making Chile for years but this is by far the best I ever made.
Had anyone substituted the kidney beans and did pinto or black beans instead? If so, how’d it taste? Did you used canned beans?!
Wow. It’s the best chili I’d made. At the beginning I thought would be too much cumin following the recipe, but it turned out really tasty with all the ingredients. Amazing! Thank you so much
I omitted the sugar and substituted beer for beef broth plus I did use cayenne. Amazing 😋
Really easy and yummy recipe. Made it without the tomato sauce and a bit less sugar. I didn’t feel any heat at first so I put around double the amount of cayenne pepper and it was perfect.
If I do 2 lbs of hamburger should I just double everything else?
I made this recipe and it was absolutely wonderful. I will be using this every time I feel like chili. Thank you for sharing it.
Absolutely wonderful seasonings mix. l be making another batch of the seasoning to keep on hand. My foodie friend never likes my chili! But this time – WOW. I did add the cayenne. It was perfect moderate heat. I used ground round 85/15 and that worked out very nicely. Kudos.
Sorry but this just isn’t the chili for our family. Waaayyyyy too much cumin for our tastes.
Loved this recipe! It made chilli actually taste good again. I have already given it two several people. Thank you Amanda!
I made this today for the first time and while it was simmering on the stove my neighbour messaged me to ask what I was cooking because it smelled so good, both she and her son really wanted to try it and could they have some? I’m not lying! LOL Of course I brought some over and she just messaged me to let me know they loved it! I just tried it too and it’s a keeper! Thank you 🙂
This was the best chili I have ever eaten!
My family really likes this recipe! These are a couple modifications that I like (though it is very good as is!)
I like my chili more solid:
– Drain the diced tomatoes, too.
– Use 2/3 the amount of beef broth in the recipe.
For a some more color:
– Substitute black beans for 1/2 of the kidney beans.
– Instead of the cayenne, thinly slice a couple of fresh jalapenos and stir them in at the end (maybe save some for garnish).
The bright green jalapenos and black beans looked beautiful in the dish!
Listened to the comments and cut out the cayenne and halved the sugar. I also used low sodium beef broth, half the salt, and ground turkey instead of beef. Overall, pretty good! Even though I halved the sugar, I still found it pretty sweet for my taste. I’ll probably do about 1/2 tbsp next time.
I am from Cincinnati, Ohio and we put spaghetti in our chili. Added the spaghetti at the end of the 25 minutes(raw), cooked about ten more minutes—Delicious
Family loved it
New fam fav. I did dr it a little because I prefer a really thick and hearty chili and i don’t eat red meat. Dpubled the tecipe.
I subbed griund turkey for beef
Chicken broth for beef broth
Rotel for crushed tomaties
Extra can of beans. I used 1 can ea, white, red and pinto
Added the cayenne and 1/2 finely chopped jalapeno bc we like some heat.
My 15 yo grandson ate 6 bowls. My pickiest 12yo grandson and his friend saud it was the best ever and it was…. i wish I would haVe made more! There was barely left ovets!
I cooked it early on stove, then transfetred to crock pot and let sit on warm ubtil dinner.
Whatever you thknk you will need, double it. You will be gkad you did.
Its amazing.
I am going to try it with meatless crumbles and vegetable broth too.
Delicious chili! Thank you for this recipe!
I had lost my tried and true old recipe for Chili which was quite similar to this one. Happily, this recipe more than replaces my old one. It is easy to make and delicious. I did add diced orange peppers and celery in with the onions as they sautéed like I did with previous recipe, otherwise I followed the recipe exactly.
Thank you Wholesome Dish!
Tried this recipe for tonight’s dinner. Very simple, easy to follow, and quick. I recommend the cayenne.
I just made this recipe and it is sooo tasty. Probably one of the best chili’s I’ve had. I used rotel since I was out of canned tomatoes and the store shelves where cleared out and used only 1/2 the cayenne because I am a little sensitive to spicy foods. The flavors were perfect and not too spicy but just spicy enough. The whole family loved it and wished there were leftovers. Next time I will have to make a double batch. This will be my go to recipe for chili from now on. Thanks!
Yes very good I follow the full recipe Sp
Flavorful and tasty will do this again
l am a private chef, l cooked this chili this week order. Turned out amazing, they loved it. l also added some diced peppers and carrots. It will be my go-to chili recipe.
One of the best chili recipes I’ve made in a long time! Very tasty.
Easy to make and follow recipe. I’ve tried a few variations with ingredients. Always good.
Love this recipe. I used Beyond Meat, ground plant based protein and it was great. I think I will use a bit less sugar next time but it is still a solid 5 STARS.
Amazing chili recipe ! My son loved it thank you!
It is the BEST!!
I try not to use canned tomatoes, but I did use the tomato paste. I put the whole can in when adding the spices. I added 8 oz of water when I added the tomatoes and beef stock. Instead of canned tomatoes, I used 6 lg tomatoes. I used my pasta pot to blanch the tomatoes, so the peels just fell off. After I dumped the blanching water, I rinse the pot and used it to cook the chili. It was a littleextra work, but if your watching your sodium and appreciate tge fresh taste of tomatoes, it was well worth it. This is my favorite chili recipe.
Great recipe! I followed it to a “t” and added the optional Cayenne Pepper. Thanks from STL.
Very Good!! My husband is not a chili person but he loves this one!!
Love this easy but delicious chili. I added a couple of pepper flakes. Other than that awesome
Made this recipe twice now. Very good!!
I always use 4 cans beans to 1 or 1 1/2 lbs ground beef. We love beans….. also I use sodium free Herb Ox beef bouillon & 1/2 the beans are low or no sodium & typically a fraction of the salt. Wherever I can I 1/2 the sodium whether in beans, bouillon, et….. when everyone adds their crackers or condiments, the salt is not typically missed. I applaud those who do not have to watch their sodium. Yummy recipe!!!!
Why do I say this is hands-down the best chili recipe we’ve had? Everyone had seconds! This will be a winter staple in our home.
Very good. I used chili beans instead of kidney beans. My 8 year old son and myself just prefer those. Love the recipe! He said he could eat it for breakfast!
Absolutely delicious. 1/2 tbs of cayenne pepper adds just the right amount of heat. Will continue to make <3
Wow so super good. Followed almost all of the directions. Added green pepper with the onions and skipped the tomato sauce as I added a can of brooks chili mix in place of that.
I will always make this recipe. Thank you
No, I dont as I find the fat helps pick up the flavor of the dry ingredients and adds to the overall taste. Theres flavour in the fat
the ingredients call for tomato paste but directions omit it
This chili has nothing wierd or gimmicky in it- it is just darned good chili! I made it and won a Chili Cookoff!!! A few notes-
I did not omit the cayenne. I used 2 T of chili powder and 1/2 T of Chipolte chili powder. and then I did season to taste with a little more salt which may not have been necessary had I used less sugar than called for.
And chopped green onions, cheese, and sour cream for topping
YUMMY!!!
Very easy to make absolutely delicious!
Delicious! I stopped eating red meat a few years ago so I subbed ground turkey and chicken broth for the beef products. I left everything else the same and it’s AMAZING! I served over rice with cornbread and roasted corn on the cob— perfect!
Love love this
I dont know what happened but this is way too spicy! Even for my husband who loves the hottest spices. It leaves a powdery aftertaste and the spice isnt sweet it’s just powder tasting. I was hoping for something much much better. Very dissatisfied. I even drained out all the sauces and did it over and added 2 more cans of different types of beans, used more brown sugar and only half a tablespoon of chili powder, we will see what happens lol
I’m addicted to this chili. It really is the best!
Literally the best chili I’ve ever made and had. It’s going I’m the family recipe book.
Absolutely the beat chili! I also add some celery slices to the onions and olive oil. It adds a nice additional church and flavor. I usually add the celery about two minutes into the 5 minute cooking process.
Very tasty and flavorful. Trader Joe’s didn’t have chili powder, ended up using 4 tbsp of TJs Chili seasoning blend, omitted the cumin bc the seasoning blend already has cumin. The blend also has garlic powder, but still included the 1 tbsp of garlic powder. It was divine!
This is the best chili recipe I ever made! It’s so easy and delicious. I always come back to this one.
I made this recipe several times, I LOVE IT! I never used a different chili recipe only yours! Thanks for sharing your recipe !
Finally, after all of these years, I too can make the best Chili ever. I found this recipe about a month ago, made it, loved it, and am ready to make it again. This will be my prize Chili recipe forever and ever more. I omitted the Red Pepper as my tum-tum doesn’t like it. However, I may add just a smidge this time. Absolutely No Sugar, thank you! Not fond of a main, hearty meal having a sweet tint. Try this recipe. I guarantee you will love it!
Guys this recipe is seriously amazing. So easy, tastes just the way chili should. I didn’t make mine spicy because I have two kids, so it’s a little sweeter than I normally like it- but I’m just adding hot sauce and it’s perfect.
(And shocker, the kids won’t even try it 🙄)
Very happy with this, can’t wait to make it again and again!
Also, I used ground turkey- it’s tender and delicious!
Easy to make, no fuzz great chilly recipe.
Excellent recipe, very easy to cook and well balanced. It is “The Best”.
This is exactly the same as the Chili my Mom made when I was a kid. It’s delicious. Brings back memories.
I also like to add cooked macaroni noodles at the end and turn it into Chili Mac. Best Chili recipe out there.
Is this a one cup serving or more?
The beef broth brings in a lot of flavor. Loved this recipe. Did a couple undrained bean cans as well and added some minced garlic. Great recipe! fav chilli I have made
I am literally eating a bowl at this time hot off the stove. I am not a cook at all. I pretty much had all the basic spices, prep was super fast, and cooking made me feel like I was doing something while not actually doing much at all lol. Most importantly it is very, very tasty.
Easy and delicious
I’m always skeptical about recipes that say they’re the best, but this one delivers! Like some other people said, I thought it was very “tomato-y” before it cooked but came out perfectly! I added some ground pork because I didn’t have enough ground beef and cooked it in the crockpot for 10 hours on low, then let the flavors meld in the fridge for a day. Chili is always so much better a day or two later, in my opinion. My bf went back for thirds, which is highly unusual. Winner winner Chili dinner!
Delicious!
Can I use tomato juice instead of beef broth or would it change the flavor too much?
Excelente recipe! The only thing I modified was going with 1 tablespoon of sugar versus 2. It came out delicious! I served with sour cream, mild cheddar, and green onion.
Looks to me like the prep time for this recipe is more like 30 minutes, with another 15 minutes before that just to assemble all the ingredients!
I’d never used a recipe before and believe the addition of sugar (just like in good Italian red sauces) makes a huge contribution. I also learned that cayenne is MUCH hotter than chili powder (who knew – I thought they were interchangeable before). Great recipe that I have book marked on Pinterest so that I can make it again and again.
Way too much sugar in this recipe. Results were cloying.
yummy! would definitely add less salt next time though.
I suggest only using one tablespoon of sugar, just my family’s preference. I didn’t use cayenne pepper because I only had Ro-tel tomatoes but definitely would if I had used regular tomatoes.
Great chili recipe! I made it exactly as shown for all ingredients and included the cayenne pepper. We have kids but they HATE beans so I didn’t worry about the spiciness of the cayenne- but the sugar balanced it out! Even my bean haters loved this chili! And super quick and easy. Thanks!
If I double this recipe to make 12 servings would it fit in a 7.5 quart dutch oven pot?
I tried this last night and it was ok but I wasn’t thrilled about it . I totally did not put the additional spicy chili powder in it ,but I did notice a weird after taste that I think may have been from the Cumin.I dont think I’ll make it again.
Excellent depth of flavors in this chili. We loved it!!
Way to sweet!! Going to try again but without the sugar.
Love this! Easy as can be!!! I did add about 2 tablespoons of red wine 😋 and absolutely the cayenne pepper!
I have made this many times and its a great starting recipe! I’ve made a few tweaks over time but over all great!
Perfect basic chili recipe! I have been looking for one lime my mom’s, and this one was it. Thank you!
This was the best chili I ever had. Normally my son isn’t a fan of chile…well this recipe changed that. I wouldn’t change one thing. We just used ground turkey instead of beef.
Fantastic recipe. I add 1/2 times meat, leave out half the sugar and add half can of garbanzos.
delicious- i did add chopped carrots
Fantastic and easy to make!
Excellent base recipe! I made one version as indicated, except I added smoked sausage (sauteed the sausage before adding in the onions) and cooked in my electric pressure cooker. The family loved it!! I made a second version using this recipe as a base but added spicy andouille sausage, spicy cocoa seasoning, and red pepper flakes for some more heat. Also made in the pressure cooker. Oh…and about a 1/4 cup of guinness stout.
So incredibly good. I doubled the recipe and froze half.
Unfortunately for me, the amount of Cumin the recipe calls for leaves an overbearing after taste with each bite. I went back and rechecked the measurement. If I make this recipe again, I will most likely cut the amount of Cumin in half.
This was the first time I made chili bean soup and it was awesome. I used organic products where I could and a few small adjustments …. only 1tbs of sugar (might omit or use less next time) and added thyme. Also I used grass fed beef. My husband loved it … had enough to freeze for another night.
Easy, Fast and tastes fabulous!
I use brown sugar, bay leaf, no broth, but the rest of recipe is like mine. I have never, ever cooked my chili for just 30 minutes, at least 2 hours or 2.5 hours. To me the longer it cooks, the better it taste, oh and nothing on top of mine.
Have a nice day!
Really good!
This is excellent recipe!!!
Best chili 🌶 ever!!!
Excellent chili. I made a double batch which fit perfectly in my 6 quart slow cooker. I only used 1 can of kidney beans, and then used 1 can of corn, drained. All the spices melded very well together and my family really enjoyed it. This recipe is a keeper!
Very quick and easy to prepare and tastes delicious!
I love this recipe. I would like to double it but two pounds of beef seems too much. What ratio or proportions should I use for these ingredients? 1 1/2 lb. beef, and double everything else?
Amazing!! Simple and delicious!! We added some red onion and also peppers. YUM!
Ive tried so many chilli recipes and this is my new favorite! I was hesitant about the sugar, so i only added 1 tablespoon and i think it adds just the right flavor. Definitely will be making this again
It really is the best classic chili recipe! Simple, traditional, and everything it should be! Thank you for sharing! My son gets excited every time I say I’m making this.
I’ve searched for ages to find a chili recipe with the right balance of spices. This one is the best I’ve found! I like to double the recipe and do one can of kidney beans and one can of black beans. I also add a can of corn and a sweet potato cut into small cubes. Served with corn bread. It’s a family favourite.
Such an easy and tasty recipe! tastes good with ground turkey or beef. yummmmmm!
I love this. It’s easy and fast to make. It’s always a big hit
My husband has been wanting me to make him so chili and he loved it. Thank you
This is a family favorite that everyone loves! (Which is hard to find in my family of picky eaters!) we usually double this recipe and serve it at Halloween! I’m excited to make it again this weekend!
Made it tonight and it was very good. Next time I will only use one spoon of sugar…if that much.
Let me start by saying, i have never cooked chili in my life. And my husband is floored! He said its better then his mom used to make! I can’t thank you enough, this was so fast and easy to make. Our family will be enjoying your recipe for years to come tyty!
delicious! used rotel tomatoes for extra seasoning instead of canned tomatoes & mild sausa sauce instead of tomato sauce, wonderful tasty & easy & delicious!
Wow came great! Didn’t have diced tomatoes so I used half a jar of pasta sauce, used black beans in lieu of kidney beans, and chicken broth instead of beef broth, just based on what I had on hand. Served over tortillas with sour cream and cheddar cheese on top. Easy one pot meal for a chilly evening. Yum! Thanks!
Great recipe. A bit too sweet for me. I only used about 3/4of a tablespoon of sugar. Will have to reduce it more next time.
Too much tomato
My favorite chili recipe! So easy too and not too many ingredients needed that you dont already have. I like to sub the plain diced tomatoes to the Italian stewed. I cut them up more and drain most of juice from 2 cans when tripling the recipe. Thanks!!
I’ve made this recipe numerous times and love it! I grew up with a much “soupier” style chili, but I find the ratio of meat-to-liquid and spices in this recipe to be much preferred. Even with small tweaks here and there for personal preference, this recipe is great.
The base of spices also works well to swap in ground turkey or chicken for those trying to cut their red meat consumption. I’ve even made this recipe with lentils as the base for a “meat free” option, and it worked extremely well!
Kudos for this recipe!
Really liked this chili. Probably my favorite. Maybe will use a little less sugar. Made it just as directed because my daughter hates spicy recipes and she liked this one! For my personal preference, I would add rotel for extra spice. But, this recipe is a keeper and I will never buy a chili mix again.
LOVE
This is a keeper I have made it 3 times due to hubby asking me to make I didn’t use sugar or Cayenne Pepper. I also cut back on salt to 1/2 tsp. I’m went heavy on the tbsp. Also added can of pinto chili beans rinsed. Turned out great😊
Made this tonight. Made it exactly as written. Next time I’ll probably only add 1 tbs of sugar as 2 Tbs seemed to be too much. Otherwise, easy, yummy and filling. Served with cornbread perfect for a cold day!
Great chili….love it
Made this chilly today because the weather got cold and rainy. Followed the recipe exactly and turned out delicious. The Whole family’s enjoyed it even my 8 yr old son.
This recipe is great..so easy. If I don’t have cayenne, I add a few shakes of dried chili flakes and a pinch of cinnamon for some added depth. Yum!
This is an excellent recipe. My husband doesn’t like sweet meat so instead of 2 table spoons of sugar I use 2 Table spoons of ketchup. I figured it will make it just slightly sweet without tasting the sugar. The first time I made this chili I tried only adding 1 table spoon of sugar and he said it was too sweet so that’s why I use ketchup instead. Other than that slight change, I follow as directed and it comes out perfect everytime.
This Chili was really good! I didn’t use the cayenne pepper and cut back salt to 1/2 teaspoon because of health restrictions. I will be making this again.
I love your recipe, Amanda. I’ve madeit several times now. I have another recipe that is also amazing, but it takes hours and has a ton of ingredients. This one is honestly just as good and is now my go-to. Thank you! You’ve made my life easier and my family gets chili for often now! <3
Best chili ever! I didn’t have beef broth so I used chicken broth. Amazing!
Really good, simple chili. I have made it several times. Instead of cayenne I add a chopped fresh jalapeno.
My husband loves this chili so much that I have to double the recipe and it’s just the two of us.
Do you drain the fat off the ground beef before adding the seasonings ??
I dont drain the fat, it adds more flavor.
I always drain a good bit when I make this. I leave a little for flavor. I like to use the 90/10 hamburger meat from Sam’s and make a big batch. LOVE this recipe ❤❤
I never do. Flavor lies in the fat!
Nope!
I did, but I used 80/20 and cooked the meat separate and thed added the meat to the onions after I drained the grease.
Sherri, it’s 90percent lean ground beef so there really won’t be fat to speak of ( and it will really need the cooking oil to start). If you use 85 percent beef, then drain it.
Not if you are using ground beef with only 10% fat.. But if using 20 % I would drain about half the fat out … But not all of it .. Also be sure if you’re gunna drain a little not to cook it with the onions otherwise you will lose that onion flavor
I would, I used grass fed 80/20 but there wasn’t anything to drain … u did pat the meat with a paper towel to remove any excess grease.
I used 85/15 ground beef, and drained the fat. Turned out delicious
I was wondering the same thing myself.
Can’t speak for the author of this excellent recipe, but if you use 90% or higher lean beef, there won’t be a whole lot to drain. Most of the liquid is actually water and will evaporate if you keep cooking the beef at low heat. But by all means drain off any fat if you use 85% or lower ground beef.
I found that the 90% beef really doesn’t leave enough fat to worry about draining it off. What is in the pan gives extra flavor. I would think that if you prefer to drain it- go for it!
I just made this last night and it was DELICIOUS. I was actually wondering the same thing but I ended up not draining it. I did use the 90% lean beef suggested so there wasn’t too, too much to drain but I’m going to try to drain it last night.
Like a previous review, I will also try only one tablespoon of sugar. I would say this recipe is mildly spicy with the cayenne suggested. If anyone wants it to be very spicy, you’d have to double the cayenne.
I was looking for the “world’s best chili”.. this is what popped up.. I’m telling you this is the BEST!! I think not draining the oil off , and the beef broth was a great spin.
I made some substitutions (I was out of kidney beans so I used black and was out of chili powder so I googled a substitute chili powder recipe and made that), this was delicious! I was bummed there were no leftovers to enjoy! I am saving this recipe and will definitely make again (I already bought the missing ingredients so I can copy it AS IS this time!)
I don’t personally, and have never had an issue. To me it’s just added flavor, but then I again everyone has their own take on these things.
I almost never drain off the fat when using ground beef. That’s just flavour as far as I’m concerned. Used this recipe this evening the chili turned out great.
I know the recipe called for 90% lean ground beef so maybe using that produces less fat in the pan. However, I used 80/20 so there was definitely grease and I drained it after I browned the beef and before adding the spices. I think it would be way to greasy if you don’t drain a higher fat ground beef.
I’ve made this recipe several times and I do not drain the beef after cooking it.
definitely a favorite
Making it today very easy I used veg broth ground turkey pork and beef mix..added two cans of beans cause my guy loves beans tastes great
Quick and taste great.
Love, love, love this chili. We omit the cayenne (there’s plenty of heat without it) and use no salt beef broth AND only half the amt of salt called for. It’s perfect, even for this salt lover! So good!
Holly, about salt. I was lowering my salt intake for health and blood pressure reasons. I had labs done, got an emergency call from my doc saying I had hyponatremia, low salt in my blood, a condition that is lethal!!! Yes you can die from not enough sodium in the blood. A year later, my sodium is just under the normal average. I’d be very careful with this. And you can’t just dump a bunch of salt in your body, it will go the other way. Balance is key. I wanted to pass this along.
Native Texan here. I only use one tablespoon of sugar, otherwise follow the recipe. Very good if you like beans in your chili. I do use the cayenne and find it mildly spicy by Texas standards. Using Rotelle in place of petite diced kicks it up even more.
I have this bubbling on the stove now. Used corona beer instead of beef stock and Rotelle tomatoes. Keeping it on the mild side because I am sharing with my friend who is very ill with cancer.
I also reduced the Sugar to 1lbs and I found that was too sweet; I think the tomato sauce, diced tomatoes and tomato paste had enough sugar… might go down to 1tsp or omit completely next time … and I will be making this again.
I use 1/2 of the ground beef that is recommended for the recipe and then I add and a nice grilled ribeye steak chopped up and put in the sauce. It gives it that extra great steak flavor.You should try it.
I just omit the beans
I wish I would have read the reviews before making this. It was far too sweet for me. I would only use 1 tablespoon or less. The amount of sugar ruined the chili for me.
I’m a vegetarian. I use fake beef crumbles, fake beef stock. Brown the onions first & put it all mixed in a crock pot all day. Added 2 tbls butter & another 1/2 cup broth. This is the best chili I’ve ever had. Always go back to this one. THANK YOU!!!
Love the spice blend. I didn’t have a can of tomato sauce so substituted a can of V8🤗
This is the BEST chili recipe. The combination of spicy and sweet is wonderful. I sometimes add black beans and some canned or frozen corn. My husband loves this chili, and he’s pretty particular.
This recipe is WOW! My husband thought it was too sweet so I will add 1 TBS of sugar when I make it again. I also added a green pepper as a personal preference but the basics of this recipe make it versatile and delicious.
5 stars
I skip the diced tomatos and beef broth
I just use tomato sauce
I also add 1/2 box of cooked sphaghtti too. It’s a Cincinnati, OH thing and the way my mom made it.
I alwaya refer to this recipe for my dry ingredient amounts.
Only way I ever had chili as a kid. also from Cincy!
Perfect! Best chili I’ve ever had.
I make this chili every time I make it! My family loves it, so much when my Gma hears I’m making it she has me come grab Tupperware for them as well! Highly recommended
Very nice reciepe Amanda. What initially impressed me after making this chili was, strangely, the color. The chili gravy shimmers with a deep redish brown hue which IMO gives the appearance that what you’ll be experiencing is a delicious rich flavor. I am certainly not a food snob, I just like what I eat to look good. More importantly was that the flavor of this receipe is much of everything I like in a chili. I made only minor adjustments simply to appease my own pallet and my constant desire to put my own spin on things I enjoy. I had cut the 1 lb of lean beef to a half pound and added a half pound of ground pork sausage. I added two small/medium Pablamo peppers (chopped) and three small/medium Jalapenos (chopped). Since the pandemic I have been outdoors doing more of what I love such as traveling the US car camping with my kayak and mountain bike in tow. I enjoy one pot meals you can simply heat up and make in advance. Nothing is better IMO than a meal that only gets better in flavor after it’s been refrigerated or even frozen to heat up later. I reside in Missouri (about an hour and a half West of St. Louis) and headed next week to the Current River for an outing. I’m not at all afraid of the cold but certainly will appreciate this receipe at the end of the day around a fire. Thanks for sharing.
Absolutely hearty & delicious! My hubs, twins and daughter ate it all up!!
I make this chili all the time because chili is just one of my favorite foods and I, admittedly, make it year round. I’ve made this recipe for about a year and a half maybe longer and I love it every time. I occasionally tweak it with a little beer ( sounds weird but it’s really good) but usually I’ll just keep it simple and throw it in the crock pot for a few hours and boom. Happy husband and happy me!
I love this recipe. Have made it several times and plan to make tomorrow for football game halftime. Thanks for sharing this recipe.
Are you able to cook this recipe in a crock pot?
I have made it in the crockpot with great success. What I did was brown the ground beef first in a frying pan, then add it to the crockpot and add all other ingredients. I let it cook for the better part of the day (maybe about 8 hours) on low. Or if you have an instant pot, you could brown the ground beef using sauté mode, and then add all ingredients and use the slow cooker mode so you only dirty one pot.
This was delicious. I added a diced jalapeno with the onion at the beginning, and the cayenne, thought the spice level was perfect.
The absolute best!! This will definitely be saved! The sugar gives it a hint of sweetness. Love it so much!
I had mom’s chili before and I liked it! She even put spinach in it & I never tasted it! BTW, she’s making it tonight for dinner for us!
This chili is very good.! Recommend!
Love the recipe..minus the sugar..Thank you. It taste better then in the crockpot anyday!!
Very delicious and flavorful recipe. I’ll definitely use this again!
I used canned fire roasted diced tomatoes and added a can of drained/rinsed pinto beans in addition to the red kidney beans. Topped it with diced jalapeño, shredded cheese and Fritos.
Our family loves this recipe and it is so quick and simple! I omitted the tomato sauce by accident and it proved delish anyway. Thank you for sharing this recipe with everyone.
I liked it, but could use a lot less sugar!
Thanks this is delicious! I switched up some from the last wonderful time I made it. It was very salty. I cut the salt to 1 teaspoon and rather than the salty beef broth I used home made vegetable broth which I typically keep on hand. Otherwise this recipe is truly the best and you can always cut the salt and use low sodium beef broth or even water if you’re watching your salt intake like we should all be doing! Very adaptable, can’t go wrong
This is the best chili I have ever had! Absolutely flavorful and completely delicious! 100% recommend!
Perfect! Wouldn’t change a thing!
Quite the recipe you’ve got miss. It’s a little lacking in spiciness for my family so I’ll go and add maybe more cayenne pepper and possibly some jalapeños + red chilies. Other than that it slapped. Put a little shredded extra sharp cheddar and some sour cream to finish it off on top. Will keep making this!
Made it tonight everyone loved it! Next time I’m making it spicier!!
I’ve been taking the past year to seek out great chili recipes.. AND THIS ONE TAKE THE GOLD MEDAL! This was amazing, and i don’t think I’ll be looking for another recipe ever.
Made it for the family and was a big hit. Next time. I’ll leave out the cayenne and use hot sauce instead!
Hello! Here is a very stupid question I hope you can help me with. When the recipe calls for chili powder that means powdered dried chili peppers? Or store-bought ‘chili seasoning powder’ . Because I’m in Switzerland and can’t get that quick chili seasoning powder. I’m looking for the actual spices and measurements I need to cook this. I am missing some flavors from back home. Thanks!
This chili was so delicious!!! I did add a tbsp of onion powder as well just because.
Will reduce the amount of chili powder next time.
Same!!! I’ve already frozen individual servings of this but plan on coming up with a way to be able to enjoy (more) what’s left.
Agreed! I found it WAY too spicy.
This excellent recipe produced a very satisfying result. It had a rich, beefy taste, a balanced spiciness, and an appealing texture. This recipe came together very quickly which gave me time to enjoy a beer while it was simmering. With regard to tweaking, I used only 3/4 of cumin because too much cumin can throw off the balance (but that’s just a subjective preference). I cook almost every day and chili is a dish I turn to when I need to take a break from more involved processes. I also had everything on hand-no small thing when the closest grocery is six miles away. This is a keeper!
Very well said Yankee from Alabama and I agree with your entire assessment except for the beer. I had a glass or two of Pinot Grigio and, yes I know white wine and beef don’t pair well but I am a white wine only drinker.
Very good! Made this today, skipped the canned tomatoes and used fresh diced grape tomatoes and a whole can of tomato paste instead of the recommended amount. Served with cornbread and Fritos! Will make again for sure, Thanks for rhe recipe.
This is one of the best chili recipes that we have had.
I did not drain. Didnt have much grease using ground top sirloin but I also didnt use the olive oil. It came out really good. I added crushed frito’s ,sour cream and shredded cheddar on top to dress it. MMMM MMMM
I’m generally skeptical of any recipe that claims to be “the best”, but oh, my GAWD!! I have to say I made one substitution… I had a half pound of ground beef, and a pound of mild Italian sausage. I’ve offered leftovers to my mom and a coworker… I might have to take that back. 😳
Delicious!!!! I won’t be going back to the store bought packets.
I used this recipe as a first time chili and it came out amazing everyone loved it but I do recommend if wanting it spicier you should add more cayenne but all in all amazing
Very good! Will use less sugar next time. I added a small can of jalapeños.
Excellent as is! I went to a bit spicier because that’s the way I enjoy chili. I increased the cayenne pepper and used Rotel diced tomatoes with habanero’s. This recipe is really good and I am rating based on the way it is written as all recipes should be rated and not on my own or anyone elses changes
Hands down the best chili recipe I have come across. Alot of ingredients but simple to make.
Altered it a little with some extra spice but other than that this recipe made my husband very happy.
The best chili recipe I’ve ever made.
Did not like the sugar in the recipe.
How much is 1/6th of the recipe?
Great traditional recipe, we love it!
This IS the best chili. It is so easy to make and it is fantastic. I had to skip the beans because my husband is from Texas. I am making this for my chili cook-off. My only change is to use Rotel tomatoes for an extra kick.
Living I Japan currently and was missing the taste of home. Once I started eating I was hooked! Dinner for a whole week! I’ve made this chili three times now!
Great tasting, easy recipe. I made w/diced tomatoes w/chili which added just a little zip to he dish.
Delicious!
First time I’ve tried this recipe. I like putting in beef broth. M adding some raw onion Can’t, sour cream and corn chips to each bowl. Can’t wait for dinner!
Amanda, I’m from Columbia, MO.
I have made this at least 5 times already, Best chilli ever !!!!
This chili is SO GOOD!! I made the recipe as is (left out the cayenne) everyone loved it and asked me to make this same recipe the next time we have chili.
Thank you!
Love this recipe and my family does too! I skip the canned tomatoes and just add 15oz of tomato sauce and it turns out spectacular! The cayenne is just enough of a kick!
This is great chili bit next time I’ll cut the sugar way down or leave it out altogether.
This went over super well with my family! We added it to our favorite meal board! I only used about half an onion because none of us like too much onion and it seemed to hit the spot just right. I also used diced tomatoes with chilis so I didn’t add any cayenne pepper and it had plenty of kick.
The best chili recipe ever!!! Perfect blend of spices.. Even my kids who never liked chili loved it..I added an extra can of beans for thicker chili. Topped mine with chopped red onion, sour cream, crushed crackers and shredded cheese. Saving this recipe to use it again and again.
Need green peppers
Wow great chili I doubled the recipe everything came out great
I’m eating this right now! This is one of the best recipes for chili, hands down! Thank you for sharing.
Just eating it right now. Both of us oohing and ahhing. So easy! Skipped the sugar, guesstimated on a few amounts, but followed the recipe as written otherwise. Thanks.
This Chilli was amazing! I make it all the time! Totally recommend
It was overall a good flavor. I liked the way the sugar played off of the spices. However, for us I felt for us the amount of spice recommended for the volumn of ingredients made it too intense and over powered any flavor of meat, so I will be decreasing the amount of Cumin and Chili Powder next time. I would recommend half the Cumin and Chili Powder that was in the recipe, then if more is needed it can be gradually added in.
too tomatoey
Jacob, try cooking your tomatoes a little longer to reduce the tomato taste. Choice of tomatoes can make a difference as well as the size. Maybe a smaller dice would help. I always cook it longer at a low temperature. Hope this helps.
You could always add more seasoning.
i did half the tomato sauce and 2/3 or the diced. added ghost pepper hot sauce 1 teaspoon, 4 diced crimini mushrooms and a diced green bell pepper. Best. Chilli. Ever. Thanks for the foundation recipe (my new fav)
so dont add so many tomatoes…….
5 STARRS
VERY GOOD CHILI!! It tastes amazing but I would recommend only putting 1 tablespoon of sugar instead of 2 and adding some bell peppers and minced garlic in there too but it tastes AWESOME!
The first time I made this I thought it was too sweet and didn’t have enough beans. Second time around I doubled the beans and tomato paste – it was excellent!
Very good. Next time will double the meat and beans plus add 3 Tbl chopped canned green chilies.
My family loved the chili…they said it was the best chili I’ve ever made!
This was so yummy! I wanted to try exactly and it was great. Next time I’m going to add a couple jalapeños for a little bit more spice.
I enjoyed it but, it was too much sugar for me. I thought it over powered the taste of the chili. And it could use a bit more chili powder.
Other than the sugar very good.
2 tablespoons of cumin?? I followed recipe and only tasted cumin
I have made this chili for about a year. From the start I left out sugar but followed all other steps. My family asks for it every other month. I tweak it every so often, using white onion instead of yellow, black beans instead of kidney or pinto, and sometimes add diced bacon. Always delicious!
My family absolutely loves this chili!!!!!
Wanted something quick and easy for neighborhood chili competition. Never made it before. Won 1st place! I added bay leaf…just cuz that’s what mom did with everything. Also added maybe a 1/2 teaspoon of Huy Fong Chili Garlic Sauce (didn’t want to buy cayenne pepper just for this occasion).
Thank you so much for sharing the recipe. It was so good I had a bowl for breakfast! 🙂
Doubled it. Very spicy. Don’t know about the sweetness either. The flavor was good, but next time I’ll use no sugar and cayenne,and back down a little on the chili powder and cumin.
My som can’t have alot of spice so i cut down on the chilli powder and no red pepper. It was great.
I’ve made this twice and followed the recipe to the”T” and it is absolutely delicious!
Loved it but made some changes. Added #some chopped shishito peppers with the onions. Used beer instead of broth.
Used PINCH SPICE MARKET chili powder. Best chili powder ever. (You can buy it online) used maple syrup instead of sugar. Best chili I ever made. Thanks for the recipe!
We LOVE this recipe. Our new go to chili! Thank you!!
Didn’t use the beans or the sugar… As my husband and I are not huge bean fans. Swapped the beef for ground turkey and we loaded it up with celery, carrots and bell peppers to sub out the beans. Made our own diced tomatoes and tomato paste to make it healthier. We loved it!!!
Ive never made chili from scratch (without the packet!) & this was easy & perfect! Thanks
Fantastic
Excellent!!! I love the flavor, didn’t change a thing!!!
oh my god, amazing recipe
I made this chili recipe but doubled everything and I’m sorry that I did. I turned out too soupy for my liking and the taste was okay, not “the best” in my opinion.
Wow! I’ve tried many chili recipes and usually like them all. BUT… this one was the easiest and quickest and OMG! most yummy! I only made a few additions (which speaks volumes since none really impact what you’ve done). I made all veggies on the chunkier side and used a whole, large, sweet onion, a red bell pepper, and an 11oz drained canned of Mexican corn I only had chicken (not beef) broth, so used that. This is a GREAT recipe, and I’m so glad I found it. I’ll definitely pass it along to my (adult) sons. Yummm!
I’ve made this recipe twice, 1 as written and the other without sugar. Much better without the sugar and ok with it. My family loved it without and ate 2 big ole bowls before their stuffed bellies just really couldn’t hold any more.
Best chili I’ve ever had
I made the chilli recipe exactly, and we loved it. Enjoyed the sweetness. It is now our new go to for chilli! Thank you for sharing.
This chili recipe is AMAZING! Very good, the entire family loved it! Definitely keeping this recipe to use for family gatherings. Thanks for sharing!
I normally use another recipe for my chili but decided to give this one a try. My husband loved it: “This is the best chili you have ever made” “that recipe is a keeper”. The only thing different that I did was skip the sugar and I added fresh minced garlic. Will be making it again this weekend!
This was fantastic. I left our the sugar but did everything else. So good and easy vs a day long cooking version.
LOVED IT ! I did it with fresh heirloom cherry tomatoes that I diced up instead of using canned,nd also made my own tomatoe sauce w/ fresh tomatoes to make it healthier. I wish I added some bell peppers as I felt it was missing a crunch so I think I will get some tomorrow& air fry them and add it in. Topped mines off w/ fresh green onions,sour cream,Mexican cheese,and lots of Tabasco of course. Delicious i sure got to the bottom of the bowl fast! Will definitely remake ! Thanks for sharing the recipe !
My family didn’t care for this chili. We found it way too sweet with not enough beans.
OH MY OH MY OH MY!!!! So good you will not regret it!!!!! First time I ever made it knocked it out of the park!!!
About how many does this serve?
Made this as described and we Loved it. I did add two Arbol Chili Pods at the end since it didn’t seem that spicy however. Thanks for a Great recipe.
Great starting point! Tweak to your liking.
I followed the recipe (more or less) But my question is; I used raw kidney beans rather than canned Kidney Beans. I soaked them in water and left them out overnight. Then I put the m in a pot with 1 can of crushed tomatoes and one can of tomato paste. I cut up some sweet peppers and half of a jalapeño pepper to make it spicy. I cooked ground beef on a separate pan and mixed it with the chili when it was brown and fully cooked. I added two table spoons of garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and lemon pepper. Also two table spoons of chili powder.
Then I let it sit for an hour
It tasted great, but the kidney beans were crunchy, not soft. It still tasted great but I’m wondering if I should have cooked the kidney beans by themself for 15-30 minutes so they wouldn’t be so crunchy.
Does anybody know if raw kidney beans must be cooked, or if you can get sick from eating crunchy (undercooked) kidney beans?
This is amazing! Thankyou for sharing. YuM!
This was really tasty and quick! I added 1 green bell pepper, 2 celery stalks and 2 garlic cloves to the onion saute step.
This was amazing. I’ve made a few different recipes in the past and this blew them out of the water. My new go-to!
A great starting point for you to put your spin on. My chili has spiraled out of control, so starting again with this great recipe.
Adjustments I made: Doubled the recipe, also added extra cumin, chili powder, chipotle, black pepper and dark brown sugar instead of sugar.
Probably the best chili I have ever made. The seasoning is spot on! Don’t change a thing!! This is definitely a keeper. Thank you.
I caramelize the onions in bacon fat. Add roasted jalapeño towards the end of the onions. Add the 5 chopped slices of thick cut bacon that was cooked previously cooked to a crisp for the onions at step 4. I simmer on low for an hour and serve with brown rice made w broth. Also the ground protein I’ve used is turkey. Adjust spice salt and sugar as I go.
Wow this is pretty tasty! My daughter doesn’t like green peppers or tomatoes so I subbed the diced tomatoes with crushed (she can’t tell they’re there 😅) wow turned out pretty tasty in 1/3 rd of the time it takes for my main chili recipe! Definitely saving this for when she’s over
Very easy recipe and has amazing flavor. I added a little more kick for my family and they absolutely loved it. Our toppings are unique! Cheese it ctackers, cheese and sour creme. Perfect weather right now with fall in the air and rain in our forcast. Sanford, Fl
Awesome whole family loved it so simple
I needed something quick to use with my ground beef and found this recipe. I didn’t use sugar and I used traditional spaghetti sauce because I did not have tomato sauce. It is excellent and it was so easy.
Don’t make chili much, but when I get so many rave reviews, I think I’ll make this one often! Didn’t have tomato paste on hand so I fudged it with some ketchup. Omitted sugar and beans. Exchanged salt with potassium. Half of my broth was chicken broth. Literally just rumaged through what I had on hand and it still came out great! I personally thought there was too much cumin, but my husband said “no! Leave it how it is next time.” It’s hard to replicate a good thing, we’ll have to see how it goes a second time. But with this many good reviews, how could it go wrong?!
I was looking for a good quick chili recipe and this is it! This will be my “go to” recipe from now on.
Has anyone ever tried beer instead of the beef broth?
This was amazing. It was a little spicy and that’s what I loved about it. It didn’t need a lot of ingredients which made it better. This chili was the best chili I ever made and tasted. I put cheese and sour cream on it and it was the bomb. I loved it so much and when I make chili again this is what I’ll use
This recipe has way too much salt and it’s heavy on the cumin. I mixed all of the spices together. I wish that I had added about 1/2 of the mix, then tasted the chili before adding more. I think I could have done a double batch with these spices. Sorry.
I just made this chili today! I tweaked it a bit. I added two cans of beans and I 10 ounce can of mild Rotel with green chilies. I omitted the beef broth because the thickness was perfect. It was delicious! Thanks for this recipe! I only changed because of what I already had on hand. Rotel instead of sauce. And a 29 you ce can of crushed tomatoes. I will keep this one it was yummy.
Excellent chili. Very easy to make and wonderful flavor.
Love this recipe. I added chili beans with sauce. I did not rinse. It was a little hot for my elderly Mom.
Favorite chili recipe! The only thing I change is add an extra can of beans; I typically use one can dark red and one can light red kidney beans. Always a family favorite and will continue to make this fall and winter as I did last year.
Weird combination
Sooo yummy!! I added some corn and avocado to it. So delicious my family loved it!
Hi! What would you recommend as a good substitute for beans? My husband does not like beans in his chili.
Try lentils
Made this for supper last night and was most pleasantly surprised as was my husband. I followed directions and think that next time I will back off the cayenne a little. It really was good and so easy. All ingredients I had on hand.
This recipe turned out great!!
Thank you! So good and easy to make!!
I follow everystep, but ommit the inion, ’cause my wife is allergic to it. The result is delicicious anyways. Thanks!!!
Omit the sugar (or at least reduce it substantially). Other than that, this is a fantastic recipe which is why I gave it 4 stars The sugar ruined it for me though. With sugar its a 1 star for me
Really enjoy your general recipe. I was only unsure about the strength of the amount of the spices so I used only half of each of those ingredients and prefer not to add any sugar. Will make again and continue to use only half of the spices. Very good. Thanks for sharing 😊
Can you use ground turkey and chicken broth to replace the ground beef and beef broth?
Do you drain the meat after cooking?
This is hands down the best chili I’ve ever had! I followed the recipe exactly and couldn’t be more pleased.
I doubled the recipe’s seasoning amounts, except the salt, added two pounds of pre-cooked cubed chicken, had only 1 can of diced tomatoes (no heartburn), 1 can of tomato sauce, no cayenne, added a pack of taco seasoning. Minced a clove a garlic.
Served over a bowl of Fritos topped with shredded Sharp cheese and a dollop of Daisy.
This is my go-to recipe for chili! It is super delicious. I’ve followed it exactly as written and I’ve made it with alternations. It’s always been good either way! If you know your way around the kitchen you can add or take away. If not, follow exactly as written and you won’t be disappointed!
Oh! And I use meatless crumbles (instead of ground beef) and it’s still very, very delicious!!
I made a much larger variation of this recipe and it was delicious! Doubled seasoning, tripled the meat, and used 1 can each of Pinto, Black, and Kidney beans. This one is going in the family cookbook to feed my large family for a few meals. It freezes great, and is great alone or on top of fry bread.
I’m pretty new to cooking so bare with me hear on this question. After you’ve browned the meat, do you drain it? Thanks!
I never write reviews but I’ve made this recipe twice now and I love it! I had to dice tomatoes instead of getting canned and added chopped bell pepper the second time as well as ground turkey- it turned out great! So simple and so quick, thank you for this recipe!
This was excellent. I made it as directed but halved the sugar. Thanks for sharing recipe!
I love this recipe. Easy to make and delicious.
Great recipe–although (as somebody else noted) your estimate of 5 minutes preparation time is way too low.
I changed a few things for our family, most notably: (1) doubled all ingredients to make 12 servings, (2) substituted cooked pork loin for ground beef, (3) added 1/4 cup more olive oil to make up for possible dryness of pork compared to ground beef, (4) slightly reduced amount of chili powder, (5) substituted maple syrup for sugar, (6) substituted black olives for half of the beans, and (7) substituted thick & chunky salsa for tomato sauce. A bit non-traditional, perhaps, but a vast improvement over our previous pork chili recipe!
Has anyone actually used this recipe to make chili? How can you rate a recipe with your add-ins?
The best chili recipe I have tried. I did add the cayenne but only 1/8 of a teaspoon and it was perfect. I would suggest waiting on the salt as my tomato products all had salt and it was a little too much
THIS IS DEFINITELY EASY AND DELICIOUS! INSTEAD OF BROTH I ADDED A LITTLE WATER AND A LITTLE BEER AND THE CAN OF CHOPPED TOMATOES I HAD HAD HABANEROS IN IT AND IT CAME OUT FABULOUS!! ALSO I ONLY USED A HALF OF A CAN OF BEANS AND IT WAS PLENTY.
Had chili on the brain when I came across your recipe. Wow, it was delicious. Had to substitute the paste for tomato sauce, and still it tasted great. Thank you for making this available. I’ve gone to your website and am now printing up other recipes. I have no imagination when it comes to cooking so thank you for doing the hard part for me!!! God bless you!
Wonderful recipe. All the basics for the novice chilli maker – then you feel so confident you can tweak the recipe yourself. Thanks so much
Intrepid in Windsor
Thank you. Best recipe ever.
I cooked chili first time, followed closely recipe, though added some green pepper and jalapeno and skipped sugar, and doubled the size (I know my kids love chili). It came up just perfect, kids said it was best chili they ever had !!! We finished it in 2 days (2 kids 9 and 18 and myself).
I first made this recipe 2 years ago when I was new to cooking. I followed the recipe exactly and it was so easy and delicious. I felt so proud that I made something that tasted so good! Now, 2 years later, I still make this recipe but I sometimes put my own spin on it and it comes out fantastic every time. This recipe is perfect for making as is, or for experimenting with.
Great base recipe! We usually add in 4 cans of beans and I let it simmer on the stove for an hour or more and it just seems to get better as the ingredients mix. I add in minced garlic with the onion. We leave out the cumin.
I hadn’t thought about adding sugar into chili before but it makes the difference in our household and my family likes it better.
Thanks
This is great! I’m making it for football Sunday and it was about 30 mins to get everything in the pot and simmering. I have been tasting throughout the process and I can’t wait to taste the final product! Awesome chili recipe.
Could we possibly throw this in the crockpot after cooking the meat?? Excited to try!
It was pretty easy and fast. I halved the cumin, next time I will leave it out. The cumin fundamentally changes the nature of this dish. I would not call it “classic” It is good, but not what I wanted.
I was looking for something fast and easy and had everything I needed! I won’t be hungry at supper time because I keep sampling this! So delish!
It was the first time making beef chilli, and this recipe is so amazing! – Super easy and very tasty. I used chopped fresh cherry tomatoes instead of a can, and added a bit more garlic powder and chilli powder. It turned out great! I might cut down sugar next time as it is a bit sweet.
Chili is always better the next day (: It gives the ingredients time to mesh.
I followed the recipe without making any changes. it was perfect. I am not a fan of spicy foods, but it had just enough kick that I could enjoy eating it without downing a bottle of water.
So no draining the ground beef?
The BEST chili I have ever tasted…hands down!!! Easy to make. I doubled the recipe and only added a little extra salt. (No cayenne pepper.)
I spent some time in Illinois about five years ago, and I fell in love with the whole tradition of chilli. I haven’t had chilli in years but I made this today, and I must say it made me relive some of my favorite memories. Kudos to the author, very simple, straightforward recipe anyone could follow and the result is just delicious!
Good till the sugar, way to sweet had to double recipe to dilute sugar down to 1tbsp..extra salt to tone sweet down.
Thanks for the recipe. Delicious!!! I did not have the chili package with ingeredient and tried this from scratch for the first time. Amazing!!!
This is a wonderful recipe. I also added some fresh red bell pepper, a touch of paprika, exchanged the sugar for a tablespoon of sugar free grape jelly ( a trick my grandma passed down) and fresh garlic.
I actually quadrupled the recipe, but only doubled the spices and glad I did. I had to tweak and add a bit more cumin and chili powder about halfway through cooking, but better than being over spiced.
Also added a green pepper, jalapeño pepper and a can of black beans. Used ketchup instead of tomato paste and no sugar.
Delicious!
Great chili recipe! I add an extra can of beans and reduce the sugar!
Best Chile I’ve ever had!! My picky eater loves it!! That was a hero for dinner today!
Every time I make chili I use this recipe… I serve it every year for my daughters birthday party and everybody raves! I will not use a different Chili recipe!
Delicious. Love this Chili. Easy and quick to prepare. However, I didn’t have beef broth so I used vegetable broth and the tomatoes were Mexican and had Chile’s in them. A little extra heat so sour cream calms that down a little. Will make again the original recipe too. Thanks
I used 1.5-2lbs of beef, I added 4 minced garlic cloves, green pepper, 1 jalepeno pepper – I only used 1 cup of beef broth and .5 cup of water, I used 3 tbsp of chili powder, 3 tbsp of cumin, I didn’t need the tomato paste. GREAT recipe!! Will use again.
Love, his recipe. First one ive tried that I like.and it us very fiorgiving. I’ve made it several times varyjng if slightly according to the ingredients in hand. I never have tomati paste so i used only the tomato ssuce and diced tomatoes. The chili was slightly watery so i added a rounded tablespoon of cornmeal. I’ve added crkery and poblano pepper. I just gave mt neighbor a sample of chilii on rice and hd said its the best chili he’s had and asked for the recioe to replacd his previous favirite recipe. Thank you!!!
Too spicy for our family. It was just over powering. If I were to make it again I would cut the chili powder to 1 1/2 tbs. and the cumin to 1/2 tbs.
Do not add the sugar to the recipe. My family said they had never had sweet chili before and don’t want it again.
Love it!
This was the best chili recipe I have ever made. I was nervous about adding the sugar, but honestly couldn’t taste it. It does a great job at turning down the spicyness of the amount of chili powder you add. Was a great hit for my husband and I! Added this one to the recipe book and probably wont be making chili any other way now.
Can you crockpot this?!
Outstanding…. I had to make changes due to sizes of ingredients on hand
I used entire can of tomato Paste
15 oz can of tomato Sauce
2 cups of broth (from cubes)
Didn’t have canned tomatoes so I used 2 large fresh tomatoes
and I added one fresh jalapeno
Good recipe. Too much sugar though. I recommend halving the sugar to give it more tang and less sweet
This recipe caught my eye because of the simple steps and numerous positive reviews. The last few chili recipes I tried didn’t appeal to my finicky husband and son. This recipe was so easy to make. And more importantly, it was a hit! I finally found the perfect chili recipe for my family. This will definitely be a regular rotation to our dinners. The only change I made was using a little more ground beef. I had 1-1/4 pound defrosted and used used the whole thing. I didn’t add the cayenne pepper because I don’t tolerate spicy foods, and it was the perfect amount of heat. Thank you!!
Added some green pepper and some jalapeño. It was quick, easy, and tasted great!
My family and I love this chili! I’m not a huge fan of cooking, I’m more of a baker. But I have a husband and two little ones to feed so I do a decent amount of cooking anyway. I always thought chili would be too complicated for me to ever get right so I never bothered, until one night my husband suggested chili to go with cornbread we had and I found this recipe! I can’t wait to try it again, but next time I will reduce or cut out the sugar (husband liked it but I thought it could do without), add more veggies like people have suggested, and maybe try white beans instead of kidney. Yum!
am making this now.i added green pepper, more onions, fresh garlic with the powder, more cumin, lots of chili powder, celery. actually I just needed a base recipe & went from there, tasting and so far, pretty good. it may take a bit longer to make, but I’m ok with that.
Exceptionally good. Honestly I held out in tomato paste and added ketchup. Made it extremely good.
it was so good. i tweaked the recipe slightly; didn’t use any sugar, used no salt added tomato paste and sauce, did 2 tablespoons of garlic powder instead of 1, used a whole 15oz can of beef broth instead of cup akd a half, and i added large elbow macaroni noodles. best chili i ever had. next time i plan to add Worcestershire sauce
I just made this and had to have done something wrong. The flavor is good, but my mouth is absolutely on fire. I didn’t add any cayenne and ended up adding an extra can of tomatoes, a can of V8 juice, extra tomato paste and some sugar (I didn’t add any initially) to try to soak up some of the heat, but it did nothing. Should it be 2 tsp of cumin rather than 2 tablespoons?
The heat probably came from the chili powder you used. Many chili powders have a mixture of ingredients and/or they use hotter chilis. I use Gebhardt’s chili powder which has no heat at all and contains nothing but powdered chili because I have family members who cannot tolerate any heat at all. That way I can separate portions for those who can’t tolerate heat and then add cayenne pepper for the rest of us. Look for Gebhardt’s chili in the spice section. I think you’ll be very happy with the taste. I won’t use anything else but that product when a recipe calls for chili powder.
Great chilli and quick to make. Served over rice and it was delicious .
Although the recipe is great, the time to prepare the recipe is not accurate. If you add up the cooking times listed in the instructions, just the actual cook time is 39 minutes. Then you need time to chop the onion and measure/add the other 13 ingredients. And you must let the chili rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. The total time is OVER 1 HOUR.
I have been making chili forever, and I thought this was a great basic recipe. Did not add the sugar, and I personally thought it was a bit salty, so I used water instead of beef broth (and only 1 cup as I don’t like my chili too soupy.) Added a chopped green pepper and doubled the beans. Delicious!
Thanks Amanda!
It’s salty, that’s why you add the sugar 😉
Finally!! A flavorful chili that is quick, easy, and delicious, and that doesn’t skimp on the seasonings!
I was short on time and the kids were coming to dinner, requesting chili. Anyone who knows me knows that chili, to me, is a sort of art form. No two batches of my chili are ever the same. I load it with whatever veggies I have on hand and have experimented with coffee, pumpkin, beer, honey, and a myriad of other flavorful things over the years.
But I didn’t have time, or the ingredients, for all that fancy stuff today, this impromptu staycation at a rental house in the Blue Ridge Mountains. So I googled “easy chili” and this was the first one to come up. Didn’t have any sugar and figured it would be okay without, and then, like a beacon in the night, I spied the jar of honey I’d brought to make my grandtwins the grilled peanut butter/marshmellow/honey/banana sandwiches they love.
Holy cow…I had this chili simmering within 15 minutes and it. Is. So. Good. I’m not even hungry, and I can’t stop sampling spoonfuls of it.
Thanks for this amazing recipe that taught me I don’t need a whole weekend to agonize over perfecting my chili…it can now be a weeknight staple.
My tweaks: added fresh garlic and a green pepper to the oil and onion.
Added a can of corn in with the beans and rinsed them all together.
Spices: as written, but went generous on the amounts (heaping chili powder, cumin was almost empty and had just a little over 2 T, so it all went in, hefty amount of cayenne, and powdered garlic in addition to the fresh.)
Didn’t have tomato sauce, so used a 28 oz. can of crushed tomatoes AND the beef broth.
This made my chili the perfect consistency for us, given that I added a whole green pepper and can of corn. We like it somewhere between soupy and so thick it seems no liquids were used in the making of this chili. Lol. We like to sop up the stewy juices with honey cornbread for max yum.
Reading through the previous reviews, and reviews of other recipes in general, it never ceases to amaze me how some people just absolutely lack any sort of creativity in the kitchen. Lol. “It was too thick,” or “it was too soupy… ” so, did you like the taste otherwise? If you’re cooking it and it seems too thick, add more liquid! More beef broth, or crushed tomatoes, or even water! If it’s too soupy for you, thicken it up with a little extra tomato paste or some pumpkin or even more meat, beans, or veggies. Too sweet? Don’t add the sugar! You don’t eat meat? Use veggie crumbles or just add more veggies and use vegetable broth instead of beef broth! It’s not rocket science, folks!!!
Anyway, thanks for the great quick and easy recipe…I see a lot more spontaneous chili nights in our future!
Thx for the awesome feedback! Adore your energy! Shine on…
I would love to see the recipe of those grilled pb, honey, marshmallow, banana sandwiches!
They sound absolutely incredible!
My husband and I are foodies all the way. We’ve tried several chili recipes, and so far—this is the winner!!! 🙌 Its also the least involved as far as prep time etc., and the ingredients list isn’t huge. Furthermore, it’s awesome that you can used so much canned stuff (generally stuff we have in hand) to make something so yummy! I’m excited that fall is nearly upon us again so I can start making this chili again for this year! We made it several times last year. 👌