Mighty Matt's Kick-Butt Chili

Mighty Matt's Kick-Butt Chili
  • PREP TIME
    30 mins
  • COOK TIME
    1 hrs 30 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    2 hrs
  • SERVING
    8 People
  • VIEWS
    27

Embrace the warmth with this robust and deeply flavorful chili. A symphony of rich ground beef, sweet tomato, hearty pinto beans, and a custom blend of spices create a chili that's as comforting as it is invigorating. Adjust the cayenne to your preference for a personalized heat level. Ideal for chilly evenings or lively gatherings.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    28 g
  • Cholesterol
    69 mg
  • Fiber
    9 g
  • Protein
    27 g
  • Saturated Fat
    7 g
  • Sodium
    1257 mg
  • Sugar
    5 g
  • Fat
    21 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

Sauté Aromatics: In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over high heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until softened and fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.

02

Step

Brown the Beef: Add the ground beef to the saucepan. Cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and no longer pink, approximately 5 minutes.

03

Step

Simmer the Chili: Stir in the tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, and water. Add the chili powder, cumin, salt, black pepper, Mexican oregano, cayenne pepper, and sugar. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1 hour.

04

Step

Incorporate Beans: Remove the lid and stir in the drained pinto beans. Replace the cover and continue to simmer until the beans are heated through and the flavors have melded, about 15 minutes.

Adjust Cayenne: The cayenne pepper is crucial for the chili's heat. Start with a smaller amount and add more to suit your taste.
Spice Bloom: Toasting the chili powder and cumin in the dry pan for a minute or two before adding the other ingredients will enhance their flavor.
Serving Suggestions: Top with shredded cheddar cheese, a dollop of sour cream, chopped red onion, fresh cilantro, or a squeeze of lime juice for added flavor and texture.

Franco Beatty

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.2/ 5 ( 9 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (3)
  • Liana Corwin

    This chili is amazing! I followed the recipe exactly and it was a huge hit at my Super Bowl party.

  • Nola Hudson

    I loved the depth of flavor in this chili. The spices are perfectly balanced. I will definitely make this again.

  • Clinton Collins

    I'm not a big fan of spicy food, so I reduced the cayenne pepper to 1/2 teaspoon and it was perfect for me. Thanks for the recipe!

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