Tasty Kid-Friendly Beef Chili: A Family Favorite in One Pot
Enjoy a comforting bowl of Tasty Kid Friendly Beef Chili, perfect for busy weeknights and sure to please even the pickiest eaters.
Equipment
- - Large pot
Ingredients
Chili Base
- 2 lb ground beef or ground turkey for a lighter option
- 1 large yellow onion diced
- 1 large green bell pepper diced
- 30 oz kidney beans two cans, drained
- 30 oz tomato sauce can
- 0.5 cup chicken bone broth or vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp avocado oil for sautéing
Spices
- 1 tsp black pepper adjust to taste
- 2 tsp sea salt adjust to taste
- 1.5 tsp paprika adds warmth
- 1 tbsp ground cumin
- 2 tbsp chili powder reduce for milder flavor
- 1 tbsp dried oregano
- 1 leaf bay leaf remove before serving
Instructions
Preparation
- Dice one large yellow onion and one green bell pepper; rinse and drain two cans of kidney beans.
- In a large pot, heat two tablespoons of avocado oil over medium heat.
- Add the diced onion and bell pepper, cooking for about 3-4 minutes until soft.
- Increase heat to medium-high, add 2 lbs of ground beef (or turkey), and cook until browned, about 3 minutes.
- Stir in the spices—1 tsp black pepper, 2 tsp sea salt, 1.5 tsp paprika, 1 tbsp ground cumin, 2 tbsp chili powder, 1 tbsp dried oregano, and 1 bay leaf.
- Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to develop the flavors.
- Pour in a 30 oz can of tomato sauce and half a cup of chicken bone broth.
- Add in the drained kidney beans, bring to a boil, then simmer uncovered for 15-20 minutes.
- Remove the bay leaf, taste, and adjust the seasoning as needed.
- Ladle into bowls and serve warm.
Notes
Top with shredded cheese or diced avocado for extra flavor.