Classic Beef Chili Recipe – Hearty, Spicy & Easy to Make

Ingredients

• 1 lb (450g) ground beef (80/20 lean/fat for best flavor)
• 1 large onion, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 bell pepper, diced (any color)
• 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained
• 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 2 cups beef broth
• 2 tbsp chili powder
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust for heat)
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp olive oil