Beef and Bean Chili
with Sour Cream and Cheddar- Milk
Good chili has well-seasoned meat, creamy beans and tender vegetables. Great chili, however, has all that and comes together in one pot in under an hour. This chili is one of the greats. And once you take a bite, we can guarantee you’ll agree!
Ingredients
250 g
Ground Beef
56 g
Yellow Onion
160 g
Sweet Bell Pepper
370 mL
Kidney Beans
2 tbsp
Mexican Seasoning
3 tbsp
Sour Cream
(Contains: Milk)
370 mL
Crushed Tomatoes
1 unit
Beef Broth Concentrate
¼ cup
Cheddar Cheese, shredded
(Contains: Milk)
1 unit
Green Onion
Not included in your delivery
½ tbsp
Oil*
0.13 tsp
Salt*
0.13 tsp
Pepper*
Nutrition facts
Utensils
Cooking Steps
Before starting, wash and dry all produce. Core, then cut pepper into 1/2-inch pieces. Peel, then cut half the onion into 1/2-inch pieces (whole onion for 4 ppl). Thinly slice green onion.
Heat a large pot over medium-high heat. When hot, add 1/2 tbsp oil (dbl for 4 ppl), then onions and peppers. Season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until veggies begin to soften, 2-3 min.
Add beef to the pot with veggies. Cook, breaking up beef into smaller pieces, until no pink remains, 4-5 min.** Carefully drain and discard excess fat. Add Mexican Seasoning. Cook, stirring often, until fragrant, 1 min.
Add crushed tomatoes, 1/2 cup water (dbl for 4 ppl), broth concentrate and beans, including liquid. Stir to combine, then bring to a boil over high. Once boiling, reduce heat to medium. Simmer, stirring occasionally, until chili thickens slightly, 12-15 min. (TIP: If you have time, keep it simmering on the stove for longer! It gets better the longer it cooks!) Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
Divide chili between bowls. Dollop sour cream over top, then sprinkle with green onions and cheese.
Customer reviews
Review summary
Updated on Aug 2026- Flavour: The chili delivers a satisfying, hearty taste, though some reviewers found it mild or one-dimensional and recommend adding chili powder, cumin, or a pinch of cayenne to deepen the flavour.
- Ease of prep: This is a straightforward one-pot meal that comes together quickly, and several reviewers noted it is approachable enough for kids and beginner cooks to make on their own.
- Suggestions: Add chili powder, cumin, or garlic to boost depth; reduce or skip the added water for a thicker consistency, and let the chili simmer well beyond the minimum time for a richer result. Some reviewers also stirred in corn, mushrooms, or extra beans to round out the dish.
- Leftovers: The chili keeps well and many reviewers agreed the flavour improves overnight, making it a great option for next-day lunches or chili dogs.
- Accompaniments: Many reviewers felt the chili was best served alongside something to dip or scoop, such as tortilla chips, garlic bread, naan, or a crusty bun.
- Toppings: The sour cream and cheddar garnish were widely appreciated; some reviewers wished for more generous portions of each to properly top two servings.
