Make the Best Chili with the Classic Dutch Oven
As the cool season sets in, there’s no better comfort food than a warm, hearty chili. Whether you’re planning a cozy family dinner or gearing up for game day, this chili recipe will satisfy everyone’s cravings. The secret to making it perfect? The Classic 5.25-quart Dutch Oven, which ensures your chili is rich, flavorful, and cooked to perfection every time.
Ingredients:
2 pounds lean ground beef
1 onion, diced
1 jalapeño, seeded and finely diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 ½ tablespoons chili powder (divided, or to taste)
1 teaspoon cumin
1 green bell pepper, seeded and diced
14 ½ ounces crushed tomatoes (1 can)
19 ounces canned red kidney beans, drained & rinsed
14 ½ ounces canned diced tomatoes with juice
1 ½ cups beef broth
1 cup beer
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 tablespoon brown sugar (optional)
Salt and black pepper to taste
Directions:
Heat the Dutch oven over medium heat and brown the ground beef. Drain excess fat.
Add the diced onion, jalapeño, and garlic, cooking for about 5 minutes until the onions soften.
Stir in 1 ½ tablespoons of chili powder, cumin, and bell pepper. Let it cook for another 2 minutes to release the flavors.
Add crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes with juice, kidney beans, beef broth, beer, tomato paste, brown sugar (if using), and the remaining chili powder. Stir to combine.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for at least 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Customizable to Your Taste
One of the best things about chili is how versatile it is. You can easily adjust the spice level by adding extra chili powder, jalapeños, or even a splash of hot sauce. And when it’s time to serve, let everyone customize their bowl with toppings like sour cream, shredded cheese, green onions, or tortilla chips. It’s perfect for game day, as each person can create their own flavorful masterpiece!
Perfect for Game Day
This hearty chili is not only easy to prepare, but it’s also the ultimate crowd-pleaser for game day. You can let it simmer while you enjoy the action, knowing that a delicious, filling meal will be ready when halftime rolls around.
The Classic 5.25-quart Dutch Oven is ideal for making chili, thanks to its even heat distribution and generous capacity. Its recycled cast aluminum construction allows for consistent heating, ensuring all your ingredients cook evenly, resulting in a rich, robust flavor with every bite. The 5.25-quart size makes it perfect for big batches, so whether you’re serving up dinner for the family or cooking for a crowd on game day, you’ll have plenty to go around. Best of all, this Dutch oven’s versatility allows you to sauté, brown, and simmer all in one pot—minimizing cleanup and making cooking a breeze.
