Pioneer Woman Chili Recipe
Do you love a warm and cozy meal? Then you will love this Pioneer Woman Chili Recipe. It is thick, rich and full of flavor. The mix of beef, beans and spices makes it so tasty.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 1 large onion chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 cans 15 oz each kidney beans, drained
- 1 can 15 oz pinto beans, drained
- 2 cans 15 oz each diced tomatoes
- 1 can 8 oz tomato sauce
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
- 1 cup beef broth
- Olive oil for cooking
Instructions
Cook the Beef
- Add olive oil to a pot. Put in ground beef and cook until it turns brown. Break into small pieces.
Add Onion and Garlic
- Add chopped onion and garlic. Stir and cook until onion becomes soft and golden.
Add Spices
- Sprinkle chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt, pepper, and cayenne. Stir so the meat gets full flavor.
Add Tomatoes and Sauce
- Pour diced tomatoes and tomato sauce. Mix everything well for a rich tomato taste.
Add Beans
- Add kidney and pinto beans. Stir gently so they stay whole and don’t break.
Pour Broth
- Add beef broth. Stir to mix. This helps make the chili thick and rich.
Simmer Slowly
- Lower the heat. Cover and cook for 30–35 minutes. Stir sometimes to stop it from sticking.
Check Taste
- Taste your chili. Add more salt or chili powder if you want stronger flavor.
Serve Hot
- Put chili into bowls. Top with cheese, sour cream, or green onions. Enjoy while hot.
Notes
- Use fresh onion and garlic for strong flavor.
- Brown the meat well before adding other items.
- Add a pinch of sugar if the chili is too sour.
- Cook it slowly to let all flavors mix nicely.
- Use two kinds of beans for better taste and texture.
- If you want it thicker, cook without the lid for 10 minutes.