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Smoky Chipotle Chili: A Hearty Kick for Your Weeknight Dinner

Discover a unique smoky chipotle chili recipe, packed with flavor and a gentle heat. Perfect for a hearty and satisfying weeknight dinner, this chili is easy to make and incredibly delicious.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 -8
Course: Dinner Recipes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1.5 lbs ground beef 80/20 recommended
  • 1 large yellow onion chopped
  • 2 bell peppers any color, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2-3 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce minced (adjust to spice preference)
  • 1 tablespoon adobo sauce from the can
  • 1 28 ounce can crushed tomatoes
  • 1 15 ounce can diced tomatoes
  • 1 15 ounce can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 15 ounce can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional, for extra heat
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned. Drain off any excess grease.
  2. Add the chopped onion and bell peppers to the pot. Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic, minced chipotle peppers, and adobo sauce. Cook for another minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
  4. Pour in the crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, and beef broth. Stir to combine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
  5. Add the drained and rinsed kidney beans and black beans. Stir in the chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, oregano, and cayenne pepper (if using).
  6. Bring the chili to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it cook for at least 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. For deeper flavor, simmer for 1-2 hours.
  7. Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Adjust seasonings as needed.
  8. Serve hot with your favorite toppings.