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Quick and Easy Chili Recipe

Flavorful chili that tastes like it took hours to make i
Course Dinner, Main Course, Soup
Cuisine American
Keyword chili recipe, quick and easy chili recipe
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs ground beef chuck
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup Pace Chunky Salsa
  • 1 16 oz can Bush's Chili Beans do not drain
  • 2 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tbsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 2 tsp Better than Bouillon base
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • In a heavy botttom pot, brown the ground beef chunk on medium heat until cooked through. Drain any fat from the pot.
  • Season the meat with salt and pepper. Add in all of the spices and seasonings, except the sugar and bouillon paste and stir into the meat for about a 1 minute.
  • Add in remaining ingredients: beef broth, salsa, beans, bouillon paste and sugar and stir until combined.
  • Bring chili to a boil, cover and reduce heat to low. Simmer on low for at least 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Taste the chili and add more salt and pepper to taste if necessary. Remove from heat and serve.

Notes

  • If you want to add a little kick to your chili, add 1 tsp of cayenne pepper
  • If you want more meaty chili, add in another half pound of ground beef. 
  • If you are not using Bush's chili beans but are using just regular canned beans in liquid, be sure to drain the liquid first. 
  • Top chili with shredded cheese, sour cream and green onions or your favorite toppings.