Easy Chili Recipe with McCormick Spices
This cozy stovetop chili comes together fast with pantry spices, hearty beans, and tender ground beef. It’s weeknight-friendly and big on flavor.
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Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1.25 cup chopped yellow onion
- 1 cup diced green bell pepper
- 1 tbsp minced garlic
- 1.5 lb ground beef (lean)
- 2.5 tbsp chili powder
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 0.75 tsp dried oregano
- 0.25 tsp cayenne pepper use more for extra heat
- 1.25 tsp kosher salt plus more to taste
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 28 oz diced tomatoes with juices
- 15 oz tomato sauce
- 1 cup beef broth or water
- 15 oz red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 15 oz pinto beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 tsp brown sugar optional, balances acidity
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Warm the oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Sauté the onion and bell pepper until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the garlic and tomato paste; cook 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the ground beef. Cook, breaking it up, until browned. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Sprinkle in chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, cayenne, salt, and pepper. Toast 30 seconds, stirring.
- Pour in diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and broth. Scrape the pot to release browned bits.
- Stir in the kidney and pinto beans. Add brown sugar if using, then bring to a gentle simmer.
- Reduce heat and simmer uncovered 20–25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened. Adjust salt to taste.
Notes
Swap ground beef with turkey for a leaner bowl, or add a diced jalapeño for extra kick. For meal prep, refrigerate up to 4 days or freeze up to 3 months; the flavors deepen overnight. Serve with shredded cheese, sour cream, cilantro, and warm cornbread.
This recipe is an original creation inspired by classic Easy Chili Recipe with McCormick Spices flavors. All ingredient ratios and instructions are independently developed.