Chili Con Carne From Scratch

Chili Con Carne From Scratch

This authentic Mexican chili con carne delivers rich, hearty flavors with tender ground beef simmered in a robust tomato and chili powder base. With simple ingredients and foolproof techniques, this comforting dish is perfect for family dinners, meal prep, or feeding a crowd.

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Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Mexican

Keyword: Chili

Prep Time: 15

Cook Time: 3

Total Time: 3 15

Servings:

Calories: 285kcal

Equipment

Ingredients

1/2 cup onion chopped
1 stalk celery chopped
1/2 cup green bell pepper chopped
1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef
16 ounces low-sodium stewed tomatoes
1 tablespoon canola oil
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 1/2 cups water

Instructions

Chop onion, celery, and bell pepper into small, uniform pieces.
Heat large skillet over medium heat and add canola oil.
Add chopped onion, celery, and bell pepper to the skillet. Cook until tender but not brown.
Add ground beef to the skillet, breaking it into small pieces with a spatula. Cook until beef is completely browned.
Blenderize the stewed tomatoes until smooth and add to the beef mixture.
Add chili powder and water to the skillet. Mix thoroughly to combine all ingredients.
Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for several hours, stirring occasionally.

Notes

For thicker consistency, simmer uncovered for the last hour to allow excess liquid to evaporate

Adjust heat level by increasing or decreasing chili powder to taste

This recipe freezes well for up to 3 months in airtight containers

For richer flavor, brown the vegetables until slightly caramelized instead of just tender

Add beans during the last 30 minutes of cooking if desired

Leftovers taste even better the next day as flavors continue to develop

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