Make yourself a bowl of this heart 5 ingredient chili with tasty ground beef, juicy tomatoes and plump beans. You'll love dipping your spoon into a bowl of this chili on cold days!
Once hot, add the ground beef and break it up with a spatula. Fry the beef, stirring occasionally, until it is no longer pink throughout. This usually takes about 5-7 minutes.
Using a slotted spoon, transfer the browned beef to a bowl or plate, leaving the fat behind in the pan. Alternatively, you can tilt the pan to one side and drain the excess fat into a bowl.
Reduce the heat to medium-low and return the pan to the stovetop. Add the chili seasoning mix and broth. stir it in until it coats the bottom of the pan and becomes fragrant.
To the seasoned pan, add the diced tomatoes, drained beans and ground beef. Give it a good stir to incorporate everything and ensure the beans are evenly distributed.
Let the chili simmer over medium-low heat until it is warmed through and all the flavors meld, about 10-15 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
Once the chili is warm, remove it from the heat and serve it immediately with your desired toppings.
Notes
Top your chili with optional toppings like cilantro, sour cream, cheese or crushed corn chips. Chili can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for several days or frozen in the freezer for up to one month. Reheat.