Description
Cowboy Chili is the ultimate comfort food, delivering a hearty blend of flavors that warms your soul. Perfect for gatherings, cozy nights, or game day, this rich and satisfying dish features lean ground beef, vibrant spices, and protein-packed beans. Its easy preparation makes it a go-to choice for any home cook. Whether enjoyed on its own or accompanied by cornbread or tortilla chips, Cowboy Chili is sure to impress family and friends alike. Customize it with your favorite toppings and savor the warmth in every delicious bite.
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, brown the ground beef with minced garlic and chopped onion for about 10 minutes. Drain excess liquid.
- Stir in chopped stewed tomatoes, beef broth, chili powder, cumin, oregano, and cayenne pepper. Mix well.
- Reduce heat to low, cover the saucepan, and let simmer for one hour while stirring occasionally.
- Add rinsed pinto beans and salt; stir well and cook for an additional 15 minutes.
- Serve hot in bowls with your choice of toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 570mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Feel free to add bell peppers or zucchini for extra nutrition. Adjust spice levels by adding more cayenne or chili powder based on your preference. For added depth of flavor, let the chili simmer longer than an hour.