Mexican Chili – Perfect Chili Recipe for an Easy and Low Cost Family Meal
Dinner gets on the table quickly with this super-delicious and easy Mexican Chili Recipe made with ground beef and two types of beans.
A spicy and flavorful chili with taco seasoning , chili powder and a little cumin to jazz things up. We also use seasoned black beans and Joan of Arc spicy chili beans to make this recipe a little more seasoned. If you use the Joan of Arc spicy beans don’t drain.
Have an easy night of cooking with this simple Mexican Chili
- 1 lb. ground beef
- 1 small white onion
- 1/2 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 cup water
- 1 29 oz. can tomato sauce
- 1 15 oz. can kidney beans, drained
- 1 15 oz. can black beans, drained
- 1 10 oz. can Rotelle diced tomatoes with green chilis
- 1 6 oz. can corn, drained
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Mexican Cheese Blend for Topping
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Using a large deep skillet, saute onions in olive oil until they start to get soft.
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Add the ground beef to the skillet with the onions and continue to brown the beef using a spatula to break beef into small pieces.
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Sprinkle taco seasoning over beef and stir in the 1 cup of water. Continue stirring until seasoning is well blended with the beef.
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Add the rest of the ingredients with the exception of the cheese and simmer for 25 minutes.
A great chili recipe starts with ground beef and onions. Break up the beef using a spatula as it browns. Don’t forget to always season the beef with a little salt & pepper as you brown.
Once the beef is well browned, sprinkle overall with taco seasoning and then add 1 cup of water.
Mexican chili served with a tossed salad and cheddar biscuits for a Delicious family meal that is easy on the budget.
Serve chili with Mexican shredded cheese and sour cream. You will also love our simple chili recipe and mini meatloaf recipe!
