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Savory Beef and Bean Chili

Savory Beef and Bean Chili

Delight in this Savory Beef and Bean Chili, a quick and hearty dish perfect for chilly evenings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Cozy Dinners
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 tablespoons avocado oil for sautéing vegetables
  • 1 medium yellow onion diced
  • 1 medium green bell pepper diced
  • 1 medium poblano pepper diced
  • 1 medium jalapeño pepper diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
For the Seasoning
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon hot sauce (Siete Brand Traditional)
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
For the Protein and Veggies
  • 1 pound ground beef browned
  • 28 ounces fire-roasted tomatoes
  • 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
  • 15 ounces red kidney beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 tablespoon coconut sugar (optional) to balance acidity

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

How to Make Savory Beef and Bean Chili
  1. Warm 2 tablespoons of avocado oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add the diced onion, green bell pepper, poblano pepper, jalapeño pepper, and minced garlic. Sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Sprinkle in 2 teaspoons of kosher salt and 1 teaspoon of black pepper, then add 1 pound of browned ground beef. Stir until well combined.
  4. Add 2 tablespoons of tomato paste, 1 tablespoon of hot sauce, 2 tablespoons of chili powder, 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon of ground cumin, and 1 teaspoon of garlic powder. Stir for a few minutes to let spices bloom.
  5. Pour in 28 ounces of fire-roasted tomatoes and 2 cups of low-sodium beef broth. Include 15 ounces of drained and rinsed red kidney beans, stirring gently. Bring to a gentle simmer.
  6. Let your chili cook for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 8gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Garnish with fresh cilantro or a dollop of sour cream if desired.

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