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
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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.
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.
