Chili Con Carne Recipe
This hearty chili con carne recipe features ground beef, three types of beans, crushed tomatoes, and bold spices simmered to perfection in one pot.
Servings
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef chuck
- 1 medium onion finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin divided
- 2 10.75 oz cans condensed tomato soup
- 2 14.5 oz cans chicken broth
- 1 14.5 oz can crushed tomatoes
- 5 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 15.5 oz can pinto beans, drained
- 1 15.5 oz can dark red kidney beans, drained
- 1 15.5 oz can light red kidney beans, drained
- Cayenne pepper to taste
Instructions
Brown the Ground Beef:
- In a large stockpot set over medium-high heat, add the ground beef. Cook until fully browned, breaking it apart as it cooks. Once browned, drain excess grease from the pot.
Sauté Aromatics and Spices:
- Add the chopped onion, red pepper flakes, and ½ tablespoon of ground cumin to the pot. Stir and cook for approximately 5 to 7 minutes, or until the onion becomes soft and translucent.
Incorporate the Base Ingredients:
- Stir in the condensed tomato soup, chicken broth, and crushed tomatoes. Season with chili powder, salt, and ground black pepper. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Allow it to cook, uncovered, for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add Beans and Final Seasonings:
- After 30 minutes, add the pinto beans, dark red kidney beans, and light red kidney beans to the pot. Stir in the remaining ½ tablespoon of ground cumin and season with cayenne pepper to taste. Continue simmering for an additional 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to develop further.
Serve:
- Taste and adjust seasoning as desired before serving. Serve hot with preferred toppings or side dishes.
Notes
To prepare this Chili Con Carne Recipe gluten-free, ensure the condensed tomato soup, chicken broth, and all canned goods are certified gluten-free. Some commercial soups and broths may contain wheat-based thickeners, so check labels carefully. All other ingredients are naturally gluten-free.