This homemade beef chili is simmered with the best of classic flavors that are warm, cozy, hearty, and absolutely perfect on crisp fall days.
Heat olive oil in a large stock pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add onion, bell pepper, and garlic. Sauté until soft, about 5-6 minutes.
Add the ground beef to the pot. Break it apart as it cooks. Cook for 6-7 minutes, until the beef is browned and cooked through.
Add the chili powder, paprika, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir until well combined.
Add the crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes (with their juices), tomato sauce, kidney beans, and beef broth. Stir until well combined. Bring to a gentle boil. Place the lid on top and simmer for 25 minutes on low heat.
Remove the pot from the heat source and serve with your favorite toppings.
If using 70% or 80% ground beef, you will have a lot more oil. Therefore, you may want to cook the beef first before the veggies and then drain the fat from the beef in a colander. Once the veggies are cooked, return the beef back to the pot and proceed with remaining steps.