Main Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion (diced)
• 1 green bell pepper (diced)
• 3 cloves garlic (minced)
• 2 pounds lean ground beef (80–85% lean)

Spices and Seasonings:

• 3 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 tablespoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste

Canned Ingredients:

• 1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce
• 1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 1 (15-ounce) can kidney beans (drained and rinsed)
• 1 (15-ounce) can pinto beans (drained and rinsed)

Liquids:

• 1 cup beef broth or water
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

Seasonings:

• 1 teaspoon salt (more to taste)
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Optional Toppings:

• shredded cheese
• sour cream
• chopped green onions
• jalapeño slices
• tortilla chips