Description
Cowboy Chili is the ultimate comfort food that brings warmth and richness to any gathering or cozy night in. This hearty dish features a delightful mix of lean ground beef, savory spices, and wholesome beans, delivering a robust flavor that’s sure to please everyone at the table. With its quick preparation time of just 1 hour and 30 minutes, Cowboy Chili is perfect for busy weeknights or game day celebrations. Serve it on its own, over rice, or with a side of cornbread to create a satisfying meal that warms both body and soul.
Ingredients
- 3/4 pound extra lean ground beef
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 1 (15-ounce) can chopped stewed tomatoes
- 1 cup beef broth
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 (15-ounce) can pinto beans, rinsed and drained
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- In a large saucepan over medium heat, cook the ground beef with garlic and onion for about 10 minutes until the beef is browned; drain excess liquid.
- Stir in chopped tomatoes, beef broth, chili powder, cumin, oregano, and cayenne pepper until well combined.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer the mixture for one hour, stirring occasionally.
- Add pinto beans and salt; cook for an additional 15 minutes before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Feel free to customize your chili by adding different beans or vegetables to suit your taste. Adjust spice levels by increasing or decreasing cayenne pepper according to preference.