Ingredients Meat & Poultry Beef Recipes Ground Beef Recipes Healthy Beef Chili 3.4 (65) 25 Reviews By Martha Stewart Test Kitchen Martha Stewart Test Kitchen The recipes developed by our test kitchen team have undergone a rigorous process of development and testing, ensuring that every element is optimal, from ingredient amounts to method and cooking time. This process includes triple-testing recipes to ensure they meet our high standards. The many stellar cooks and food editors who have been part of our team include Sarah Carey, Lucinda Scala Quinn, Jennifer Aaronson, Shira Bocar, Anna Kovel, Greg Lofts, Riley Wofford, Lauren Tyrell, and Lindsay Leopold. Editorial Guidelines Updated on April 24, 2020 Print Rate It Share Share Tweet Pin Email Prep Time: 25 mins Total Time: 40 mins Servings: 6 We've trimmed down a speeded-up Tex-Mex classic, ready in just 40 minutes. For beefy flavor without excess fat, pick ground sirloin instead of chuck. We've added extra portions of traditional (and nutritious) ingredients, such as beans and tomatoes. Ingredients 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, such as safflower 1 medium onion, chopped 4 garlic cloves, chopped Coarse salt and ground pepper 2 tablespoons tomato paste 2 tablespoons chili powder 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder 1 pound ground beef sirloin 2 cans (14.5 ounces each) diced tomatoes in juice 2 cans (14.5 ounces each) pinto beans, rinsed and drained Toppings, such as reduced-fat sour cream, sliced scallions, and baked tortilla chips, for serving (optional) Directions In a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan, heat oil over medium-high. Add onion and garlic, and season with salt and pepper. Cook until softened, 3 to 5 minutes. Add tomato paste, chili powder, and cocoa powder. Cook, stirring, until mixture is fragrant, about 1 minute. Add beef, and cook, breaking up with a spoon, until no longer pink, 3 to 5 minutes. Add tomatoes (with their juice) and beans. Bring to a boil over high; reduce to a simmer, and cook until chili is slightly thickened, 10 to 15 minutes. Serve with toppings, if desired. Cook's Notes Cocoa powder adds depth but not sweetness to the chili. Briefly heating the cocoa, chili powder, and tomato paste before adding the beef releases their aroma. Rate it Print