Pepper Belly Pete Chili Recipe

Name: Pepper Belly Pete Chili Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 1 h 5 min
Cuisine: American, TexMex
Ingredients: 2 lbs ground beef (80/20 recommended); 1 medium onion (white or yellow, chopped); 1 jalapeño pepper (chopped, seeds optional for less heat); 4–5 cloves garlic (crushed and chopped); 1 tbsp ground cumin; 3 tbsp chili powder (blend of your choice); 1 tsp cayenne pepper (optional, adjust to taste); 2 tbsp tomato paste; 1 can (15 oz) fire-roasted diced tomatoes; 1 can (15 oz) crushed tomatoes; 1 ½ cups beef broth; 2 cans kidney beans (light red, drained and rinsed); Salt and black pepper (to taste); Hot sauce (your choice, adjust to preference)

Instructions

Prep:15minCook:50min

If you love bold, hearty, and flavor-packed comfort food, the Pepper Belly Pete Chili Recipe is exactly what you need. This American-style chili is the kind of dish that warms your soul while satisfying every craving for spice and depth.

Updated at: Thu, 25 Sep 2025 07:06:57 GMT