Description
Indulge in the heartwarming goodness of The Pioneer Woman Chili Recipe, a delightful dish that brings warmth and comfort to any gathering. This chili combines savory ground beef with a medley of kidney and pinto beans, enhanced by a vibrant blend of spices that creates an unforgettable flavor profile. Perfect for game day or cozy family dinners, this easy-to-follow recipe guarantees satisfaction for both kids and adults alike. Serve it with your favorite toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, and crunchy tortilla chips for an extra layer of deliciousness. With its robust southwestern flair and simple preparation, you’ll find yourself returning to this classic time and again.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds ground beef (80% lean)
- 15 ounces kidney beans (drained and rinsed)
- 15 ounces pinto beans (drained and rinsed)
- 2 cloves garlic (diced)
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 8 ounces tomato sauce
- 1/4 cup masa harina
Instructions
- Brown the ground beef in a large pot over medium heat until no pink remains; drain excess fat.
- Sauté minced garlic in the pot until fragrant.
- Add tomato sauce, chili powder, cumin, salt, and cayenne pepper; stir well.
- Simmer on low heat for about 60 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- If too thick, add water gradually for desired consistency.
- Mix masa harina with water; stir into the chili to thicken.
- Fold in the kidney and pinto beans; warm through for about 10 minutes.
- Serve hot with toppings of your choice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Southwestern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 80mg