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Best Cincinnati Chili

Best Cincinnati Chili Recipe - Comfort in Every Bite

Experience the warmth of the Best Cincinnati Chili, an iconic dish with a distinctive flavor profile and minimal preparation effort.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Beef
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chili Base
  • 1 pound Lean Ground Beef 90% lean recommended
  • 1 medium Onion diced
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 2 cups Beef Broth or chicken broth
  • 15 ounces Tomato Sauce any pasta sauce can be used
  • 2 tablespoons Cider Vinegar or white vinegar
For the Seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons Chili Powder adjust for heat preference
  • 1 tablespoon Brown Sugar optional
  • 1 tablespoon Unsweetened Cocoa or carob powder
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cloves
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Allspice
  • to taste Salt for seasoning
  • to taste Pepper for seasoning
For Thickening
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste

Equipment

  • large pot
  • wooden spoon

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Best Cincinnati Chili
  1. Prepare Ingredients: Dice one medium onion and mince three cloves of garlic. Gather your spices.
  2. Brown the Beef: In a large pot over medium heat, brown one pound of lean ground beef for about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Sauté Onions and Garlic: Add the diced onions and minced garlic, sautéing for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
  4. Combine the Ingredients: Stir in the beef broth, tomato sauce, cider vinegar, and all prepared spices. Simmer gently for 5 minutes.
  5. Add Tomato Paste and Simmer: Incorporate tomato paste, reduce heat to low, and let simmer uncovered for about 30 minutes.
  6. Final Adjustments: Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, and add brown sugar if desired. Simmer for another 10 minutes.
  7. Serve and Enjoy: Serve over cooked spaghetti or hot dogs, garnished with shredded cheese and chopped onions if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This Cincinnati Chili recipe is gluten-free and perfect for busy weeknights. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days, or frozen for up to 3 months.

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