Hearty Pioneer Woman Chili
A bold, satisfying bowl of Pioneer Woman Chili featuring ground beef, hearty beans, rich tomato base, and warming spices. Perfect for potlucks, weeknights, or cozy weekends.
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Ingredients
- 2 lbs ground beef or ground turkey
- 1 small onion diced
- 1 green bell pepper diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 cans 14.5 oz each diced tomatoes
- 1 can 15 oz tomato sauce
- 2 cups beef broth
- 2 cans 15 oz each kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can 15 oz pinto beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 –3 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp cayenne pepper optional
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Toppings: shredded cheese sour cream, green onions, avocado, tortilla chips
Instructions
- Dice onion, bell pepper, mince garlic, and measure all spices to prep.
- Heat oil in Dutch oven, brown ground beef or turkey for 5–7 minutes, then drain and set aside.
- Sauté onion, bell pepper, and garlic in same pot for 3–5 minutes until soft and fragrant.
- Return meat to pot, stir in chili powder, cumin, paprika, cayenne (optional), salt, and pepper; cook 1–2 minutes.
- Add diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and beef broth; stir well and bring to a simmer.
- Cover, reduce heat, and simmer on low for 45 minutes.
- Stir in kidney and pinto beans; simmer uncovered 15 more minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve hot with toppings like cheese, sour cream, avocado, or tortilla chips