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Best Beef Chili Recipe

This will bring you the grand prize trophy at your next Chili Cook-off! A Texas sized Chili Bar with a array of toppings will please everyone! The Best Beef Chili Recipe!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Soup
Keyword: award-winning chili recipe
Servings: 6
Author: Melissa Stadler, Modern Honey

Ingredients

  • 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil or any cooking oil
  • 1 Onion diced
  • 1 - 1 1/2 lbs. Ground Beef
  • Salt + Pepper
  • 1 - 12 ounce can of Dr. Pepper
  • 2 - 14 1/2 ounce cans Tomato Sauce
  • 1 - 14 1/2 ounce can Chili Beans
  • 1 - 14 1/2 ounce can Petite Diced Tomatoes
  • 3 Tablespoons Taco Seasoning
  • 1 Tablespoon Ancho Chili Powder or any Chili Powder
  • 3 Tablespoons Ranch Dressing Powder
  • 2 teaspoons Garlic Salt

Chili Bar Toppings:

  • Mexican Cheeses
  • Sour Cream or Mexican Crema
  • Fresh Limes
  • Green Onions
  • Cilantro
  • Avocado
  • Tortilla Chips or Strips

Instructions

  • Heat pot over medium heat and add oil. Heat for 1 minute and add diced onions. Let cook for 2-3 minutes. Add ground beef and let brown, breaking up into small pieces as it is cooking. Generously season with salt and pepper.
  • Reduce heat to medium low and add Dr. Pepper, tomato sauce, chili beans, diced tomatoes, taco seasoning, chili powder, ranch dressing mix, and garlic salt.
  • Simmer for 20-30 minutes to let flavors intensify.
  • Ladle into bowls and top with cheese, sour cream, green onions, cilantro, avocado, tortilla strips, and sprinkle with fresh lime.