Homemade Mexican Beef Chili is a hearty and flavorful chili that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is made with ground beef, pinto beans, and a variety of other ingredients, like tomatoes, onions, and peppers. It is sure to please everyone at the table.
Homemade Mexican Beef Chili – A hearty and flavorful chili
Homemade Mexican Beef Chili
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 green pepper, chopped
- 1 tomato, chopped
- 1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes
- 1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes and green chiles (like Rotel)
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups beef broth
Instructions
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Drain off any excess grease.
- Add the onion, green pepper, and tomato to the pot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes, pinto beans, kidney beans, diced tomatoes and green chiles, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Pour in the beef broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes, or until the chili has thickened.
- Serve hot with your favorite toppings, such as shredded cheese, sour cream, and avocado.
FAQ / Homemade Mexican Beef Chili
Can I use a different type of bean?
Yes, you can use any type of bean that you like. Black beans, kidney beans, and pinto beans are all common choices.
Can I make this chili in a slow cooker?
Yes, you can make this chili in a slow cooker. Brown the ground beef in a skillet as directed in the recipe. Then, add all of the ingredients to the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours.
How can I make this chili spicier?
There are a few ways to make this chili spicier. You can add more chili powder, cumin, or cayenne pepper to the pot. You can also add chopped jalapeno pepper or diced green chilies.
How can I make this chili thicker?
There are a few ways to make this chili thicker. You can mash some of the beans in the pot with a potato masher. You can also add a cornstarch slurry. To make a cornstarch slurry, mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water. Stir the slurry into the chili and cook until the chili has thickened to desired consistency.
