Ring Community Beef Chili
A hearty, slow-simmered chili that brings people together, featuring rich beef and smoky spices. This american-inspired one pot ready in about 80 minutes pairs ground beef, diced onion, minced garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1, diced onion
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 1, diced bell pepper
- 1 (15 oz) can, drained and rinsed kidney beans
- 1 (15 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 1 cup beef broth
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat a large pot over medium-high heat. Add 1 lb ground beef and cook until browned (5-7 minutes), breaking into small pieces with a spoon, then add 1 diced onion and cook for 3 minutes until softened.
- Step 2: Stir in 2 minced garlic cloves and 1 diced bell pepper, cooking for 2 more minutes until pepper is tender-crisp.
- Step 3: Add 1 can kidney beans (drained and rinsed), 1 can diced tomatoes, 1 cup beef broth, 2 tbsp chili powder, 1 tsp cumin, 1/2 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Bring to a simmer, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally until flavors deepen.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Ring Community Beef Chili take to make?
Total time is about 80 minutes (20 min prep + 60 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Ring Community Beef Chili?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep ground beef from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Ring Community Beef Chili?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Ring Community Beef Chili for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Ring Community Beef Chili?
American one pot like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Very good for a 60-minute recipe. Would bump up the spice level though.
