Jul 09 2026
RestaurantsCC TomatoesHomemade Beef Chili Recipe

Homemade Beef Chili Recipe

Inspired by CC Tomatoes
Time1h
Serves4

Our hearty beef chili made with onions, peppers, beans and chipotle spice to give it a little kick! Topped with mozzarella cheese and scallions.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Toppings

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Chop Vegetables

    Finely chop the onion, bell pepper, and garlic cloves.

  2. 2

    Prepare Toppings

    Slice the scallions and grate the mozzarella cheese. Set aside.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Cook Ground Beef

    In a large pot over medium heat, add the ground beef. Cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon, about 5-7 minutes.

  2. 4

    Add Vegetables

    Add the chopped onion, bell pepper, and garlic to the pot with the beef. Sauté until the vegetables are soft, about 5 minutes.

  3. 5

    Add Beans and Tomatoes

    Stir in the kidney beans, black beans, and diced tomatoes (with their juices).

  4. 6

    Season the Chili

    Add chipotle powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.

  5. 7

    Simmer

    Bring the chili to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let it simmer for at least 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Serving

  1. 8

    Serve the Chili

    Ladle the chili into bowls and top each serving with grated mozzarella cheese and sliced scallions.

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