Description
Warm up your evenings with this easy stovetop chili, featuring a hearty blend of flavors and customizable spice levels that the whole family will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef (or turkey)
- 2 cans (14.5 oz each) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: sour cream, shredded cheese
Instructions
- 1. Sauté the Base: In a large pot over medium heat, drizzle olive oil and add the chopped onion and bell pepper. Sauté for about five minutes until soft and aromatic.
- 2. Brown the Meat: Add the ground beef (or turkey), breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Cook until browned all over, about eight minutes. Drain any excess fat if necessary.
- 3. Spice Things Up: Stir in chili powder along with salt and pepper to taste. Allow spices to mingle for about two minutes until fragrant.
- 4. Add Beans and Tomatoes: Pour in canned diced tomatoes (with juices) and drained beans. Stir well and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- 5. Simmer Away: Reduce heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for at least twenty minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 6. Serve with Style: Ladle chili into bowls and top with sour cream and shredded cheese as desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: - Customize your chili by swapping ground beef for lentils or textured vegetable protein for a vegetarian option. - Experiment with additional spices like smoked paprika or cayenne pepper for extra heat. - Serve alongside cornbread or tortilla chips for added crunch.