Description
The Pioneer Woman Chili is the ultimate comfort food that warms both the heart and the belly. Packed with seasoned ground beef, hearty beans, and a medley of spices, this chili is versatile enough for family dinners, game day feasts, or cozy nights at home. Whether you choose to prepare it on the stovetop, in a Crock Pot, or using an Instant Pot, this recipe adapts to your schedule while delivering rich flavors and satisfying textures. With customizable spice levels and toppings, it becomes a unique dish tailored to your taste. Dive into a bowl of this classic chili and experience comfort like never before!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs ground beef (80% lean)
- 2 cloves garlic, diced
- 8 oz tomato sauce
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground oregano
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 15 oz kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 15 oz pinto beans, drained and rinsed
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain excess grease.
- Stir in diced garlic and tomato sauce; cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt, and cayenne pepper; reduce heat to low and simmer for 1 hour.
- Mix masa harina with water in a small bowl until smooth; add to the chili mixture.
- Stir in kidney and pinto beans; simmer for an additional 10 minutes.
- Serve hot with optional garnishes like cheese and lime wedges.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop/Crock Pot/Instant Pot
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg