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Rustic ceramic bowl filled with hearty ground beef chili, beans, and vegetables on a wooden table with a cozy farmhouse feel.
Jana Rae

Hearty Ground Beef Chili Recipe

This hearty ground beef chili is rich, flavorful, and packed with beans, veggies, and spices. A comforting one-pot meal perfect for family dinners or game day.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 people
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lb ground beef
  • 1 onion diced
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 15 oz can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 15 oz can pinto beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 15 oz can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables
  • 2 cups beef broth plus extra if needed
  • 1 cup red wine
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Method
 

  1. Brown the beef: In a large pot or Dutch oven, cook ground beef over medium heat until fully browned. Drain excess grease.
  2. Add onion & seasonings: Stir in diced onion. Cook 4–5 minutes until softened. Add garlic powder, chili powder, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  3. Deglaze with wine: Pour in red wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Simmer 2–3 minutes.
  4. Add beans & veggies: Stir in kidney, pinto, and black beans, along with mixed vegetables.
  5. Add broth & simmer: Pour in beef broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Simmer uncovered for 30–40 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. Adjust & serve: If chili is too thick, add more broth. Taste and adjust seasoning with extra salt and pepper. Serve hot with cornbread, biscuits, or over rice.

Notes

  • Make it spicy: Add a diced jalapeño or a pinch of cayenne for heat.
  • Thicker chili: Simmer longer uncovered to reduce liquid.
  • Wine substitution: If you prefer, swap wine with an extra cup of broth.
  • Freezer-friendly: Store cooled chili in airtight containers up to 3 months.