Hearty American Chili with Ground Beef and Beans

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 large green bell pepper, chopped
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
• 1 28-ounce can diced tomatoes, with juice
• 1 15-ounce can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 15-ounce can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup beef broth

• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 medium avocado, sliced

Method

1. 01
   Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. 02
   Add the ground beef and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat.
3. 03
   Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, and chopped green bell pepper to the pot. Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
4. 04
   Stir in chili powder, ground cumin, paprika, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
5. 05
   Pour in the diced tomatoes with their juice, kidney beans, black beans, and beef broth. Stir to combine.
6. 06
   Bring the mixture to a simmer. Reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 30-45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
7. 07
   Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. If desired, let the chili simmer longer for richer flavor.
8. 08
   Serve hot, garnished with optional toppings such as sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, chopped cilantro, and sliced avocado.