Best Dutch Oven Chili Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 pound ground beef (85% )
• 1 onion (diced)
• 1 red bell pepper (diced)
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 28 oz crushed tomatoes
• 28 oz kidney beans (drained and rinsed)
• 2 cups beef broth
• 15 oz sweet corn (drained)

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the Dutch Oven on medium/high heat and add olive oil. When the oil is hot, add chopped onion and brown it until caramelized for about 10-15 minutes.

2. 2

   Then add chopped red bell pepper and cook for 5 more minutes until it’s softened.

3. 3

   Now, we can add 1 lb ground beef and cook until it’s cooked through. Make sure there ae no red juices left. Then add 2 tbsp chili powder and 1 tsp smoked paprika and cook for a few more minutes.

4. 4

   When the meat is cooked, add the rest of the ingredients, except the corn (28 oz crushed tomatoes, 28 oz kidney beans, and 2 cups beef broth). Season with salt and pepper, stir and bring to boil.

5. 5

   When the chili starts boiling reduce the heat to low, cover with the lid and simmer for 1 hour. Stir occasionally.

6. 6

   In an hour, remove the lid, stir again, and let it cook uncovered for about 30 minutes or until the chili gets thicker in consistency.

7. 7

   Add 15 oz sweet corn about 5 minutes before the chili is done and stir. We just want the corn to warm up.

8. 8

   Top with your favorite toppings and serve!