Rustic Granbury-Style Chili with Local Beef and Beans
A hearty and flavorful chili featuring locally sourced beef and traditional spices, perfect for comforting meals inspired by the Granbury area. This american-inspired beef ready in about 60 minutes pairs ground beef, yellow onion, diced, red bell pepper, diced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 400 calories and feeds 4, 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 cup yellow onion, diced
- 1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 14 oz canned crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup beef broth
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tbsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1 cup diced yellow onion and 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper, sauté for 5 minutes until softened.
- Step 2: Add 3 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 3: Add 1 lb ground beef to the pot, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook for 7-8 minutes until browned and no longer pink.
- Step 4: Stir in 2 tbsp chili powder, 1 tbsp ground cumin, and 1 tsp smoked paprika, cooking for 1 minute to toast the spices.
- Step 5: Add 14 oz canned crushed tomatoes, 1 cup kidney beans (drained and rinsed), and 1 cup beef broth. Season with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
- Step 6: Bring the chili to a simmer, reduce heat to low, cover and cook for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally until thickened and flavors meld.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Rustic Granbury-Style Chili with Local Beef and Beans take to make?
Total time is about 60 minutes (15 min prep + 45 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 Rustic Granbury-Style Chili with Local Beef and Beans?
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 Rustic Granbury-Style Chili with Local Beef and Beans?
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 Rustic Granbury-Style Chili with Local Beef and Beans for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). 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 Rustic Granbury-Style Chili with Local Beef and Beans?
American beef 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.
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