Homemade Beef Chili

Homemade Beef Chili

Meaty and thick classic beef chili

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Reviewed by Arturs Arnicans
Prep Time: 6m
Cook Time: 20m
Total Time: 26m
Servings: 8
Difficulty: Easy
4.9 (22 Reviews)
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Ingredients

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Nutritional Information

366
Calories
23g
Fat
80mg
Cholesterol
14g
Carbs
4g
Sugar
24g
Protein
Homemade Beef Chili

Recipe Description

An all-time favorite of mine, this Homemade Beef Chili dish is absolutely stacked with meat, vegetables, beans and a good kick of chili heat. If you’re in need of a big bowl of warmth and spice, this is the dish for you.

The beef sauce is meaty and thick, loaded with veggies and pulses. I top it off with a hot and spicy, salty and sweet, seasoning. And it only takes half an hour, meaning you can have a really hearty and filling meal ready in less than no time! 

To make my version of Homemade Beef Chili, you will need the following ingredients:

Ingredients for Homemade Beef Chili

Recipe Features

Steps to make

  1. 1

    Cook the meat

    5 min
    Step 1 - Homemade Beef Chili

    Heat 1 tablespoon of the olive oil in a large pan over a medium-high heat and add the beef. Cook until browned, using a spoon to break down the chunks of beef. Remove the beef from the pan and put to one side.

  2. 2

    Cook the onion

    1 min
    Step 2 - Homemade Beef Chili

    Heat the remaining oil in the pan, scraping the brown bits from the bottom. Add the onion to the pan and cook, stirring regularly, until it becomes soft.

  3. 3

    Cook the vegetables

    3 min
    Step 3 - Homemade Beef Chili

    Add the carrot and bell pepper and cook, stirring regularly, until the vegetables become tender.

  4. 4

    Add the remaining ingredients

    2 min
    Step 4 - Homemade Beef Chili

    Add the garlic to the pan and cook for about a minute, stirring the whole time. Tip the beef back into the pan, along with the tomatoes, beans, broth, and seasoning. Mix well.

  5. 5

    Cook the chili

    20 min
    Step 5 - Homemade Beef Chili

    Lower the heat and allow the chili to boil gently for around 15-20 minutes.

  6. 6

    Serving Beef Chili

    Step 6 - Homemade Beef Chili

    Check the seasoning and add extra chili/salt/pepper if needed. Remove from the heat and allow to cool slightly before serving.

I enjoy my Beef Chili scooped up in a soft tortilla, with a dollop of sour cream, a grating of cheddar cheese and slices of green chili. The spicier the better for me! Why not try with a side of rice or baked potato - let me know your favorite way to serve yours in the comments below.

About the author

Jeff O'connor

Jeff is a 38-year-old bachelor who prefers not to waste his time on salads and light meals. He’s a true carnivore who knows how to enjoy food to the max! Jeff will tell you how to cook rich and filling meals from scratch, bringing some real meaty decadence to your kitchen. His recipes are sure to satisfy every meat lover!

Recipe Reviews

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4.9 out of 5 (22 reviews)
Zoe
March 24, 2025
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Superb chili meal!

Uli
February 13, 2025
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OMG, this Homemade Beef Chili is the bomb! I whipped it up when my friends came over, and everyone was like, 'Yasss, Uli, this is amazzing!' Super simple to make, and it warmed my heart and belly. Totally throwing this into my regular rotation!

Fernando
October 22, 2024
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Hice este chili en una noche fría y mi familia disfruto cada bocado. Los ingredientes frescos lo hicieron especial, muy sencillo y delicioso, me encanta.

Zoe
August 29, 2024
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Superb. This homemade beef chili was a salvaion on a cold evening. I whipped it up in no time, and my husband loved it. The mix of flavors was just perfect, really warmed us up. I will make this again for sure.

BigBen
August 4, 2024
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Best chili ever!

Brianna Williams
December 27, 2023
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Super quick, super tasty!

Molly
July 24, 2023
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Delicious!

Victor
April 30, 2023
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Epic! Made this during family game night. Everyone devoured it in seconds!

Silvia García
April 16, 2023
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Este chili de carne es increíble. Siempre lo hago para las cenas familiares y a todos les encanta. La receta es super fácil y rápida, perfecto para noches ocupadas. ¡Me encanta!

Quinn
October 1, 2022
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Yessss! This chili had my husband and I smiling ear to ear on a chilly night! It was so simple and delicious, like a warm hug in a bowl. I can’t wait to make it again!

Tina
July 7, 2022
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Sencillo y rico.

Cathy
June 14, 2022
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Delicious!

Quinn Anderson
November 28, 2021
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Superb

Holly
August 5, 2021
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This beef chili is simply amazing! It brought back memories of chilly evenings with my husband. We enjoyed it while snuggling on the couch. The ingredients are easy to find, and it’s quick to make, which is perfect for our busy life.

Zara Johnson
June 21, 2021
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Amazing!

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