Easy Chili Recipe
Cook Time: 2 hours
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
Recipe Category: One Dish Meal
Keywords: Pork, Meat, Canadian, Potluck, Winter, Brunch, Beginner Cook, Stove Top, < 4 Hours, Easy, Inexpensive
Description:
This super fast and easy chili recipe is a family favorite, passed down from my mom. The addition of bacon gives it a unique flavor that sets it apart. Perfectly paired with dinner rolls or garlic bread, it’s the ultimate comfort food for any occasion. Enjoy the rich flavors and hearty goodness of this delightful dish!
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 576.1
- Fat: 30.9g
- Saturated Fat: 11.2g
- Cholesterol: 96.4mg
- Sodium: 737.7mg
- Carbohydrates: 39.2g
- Fiber: 9.8g
- Sugar: 7.8g
- Protein: 35.7g
Ingredients:
- 2 onions, chopped
- 1/2 lb bacon, cut into 1/2 inch wide pieces
- 2 lbs ground beef
- 2 lbs lean ground beef
- 2 cans (15 oz each) red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 tbsp chili powder (adjust to taste)
Instructions:
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Prepare Ingredients:
Using kitchen scissors, snip the bacon into 1/2 inch wide pieces directly into a large pot or Dutch oven placed on the stove. -
Cook Bacon:
Fry the bacon over medium heat until it starts to brown, stirring occasionally to ensure even cooking. -
Add Onions:
Add the chopped onions to the pot with the bacon. Continue cooking and stirring until the onions are translucent and cooked through, about 5-8 minutes. -
Brown Ground Beef:
Add both types of ground beef to the pot. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the beef is browned and mixed well with the bacon and onions. -
Combine Ingredients:
Stir in the drained and rinsed red kidney beans and chili powder. Mix everything thoroughly to combine flavors. -
Simmer:
Reduce the heat to low and let the chili simmer on the stove for about 2 hours, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking and to blend the flavors together. -
Serve:
Once the chili has simmered to your desired consistency and flavors have melded, it’s ready to serve. Enjoy hot with your favorite side dishes like dinner rolls or garlic bread.
This easy chili recipe is perfect for a cozy winter meal, a potluck gathering, or any time you crave hearty, comforting food. The combination of bacon, ground beef, and kidney beans creates a satisfying and flavorful dish that will surely become a staple in your recipe collection.
