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Easy Skillet Beef Chili
Instructions
1
Heat the oil in a cast iron skillet over medium heat. Add the onions and saute for 4-5 minutes or until they begin to soften.
2
Add the garlic and saute for 1 minute.
3
Add the ground beef, salt, chili powder, smoked paprika and cumin and then saute for 5 minutes or until the beef is cooked through.
4
Add the beans, tomatoes, and lime juice and then simmer for an additional 3 minutes to reduce slightly and heat through.
5
While the chili is cooking, place the Smiles in an air fryer basket or baking sheet in the oven and cook according to package directions.
6
Serve with toppings on the side
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Brown the Beef Properly 🥩Don't stir the ground beef immediately after adding it to the skillet; let it sit undisturbed for 2-3 minutes to develop a deep, caramelized crust that builds a flavorful foundation for your chili.
- Bloom Your Spices 🌶️Toast the cumin, smoked paprika, and chili powder in the pan with the onions and garlic for 30 seconds before adding other ingredients to unlock their essential oils and intensify their warm, complex flavors.
- Balance Acidity & Richness 🍋Finish your chili with a squeeze of fresh lime juice to cut through the richness of the cheese and sour cream, brightening the overall flavor profile while enhancing the spice complexity.
- Use Two Types of Beans 🫘Combine kidney and black beans to create textural variety and depth—kidney beans add heartiness while black beans contribute an earthy sweetness that rounds out the chili's flavor.
- Simmer Low and Slow 🔥After combining all ingredients, let the chili simmer uncovered on low heat for at least 10-15 minutes to allow flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken naturally without becoming overly concentrated.
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Gluten Free
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