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All American Chili Recipe Cooking Light

All American Chili Recipe Cooking Light

A healthier take on a classic, this All American Chili Recipe Cooking Light combines lean ground beef, fresh vegetables, hearty beans, and a perfect blend of spices for a wholesome, flavorful dish. It's perfect for cozy dinners or game day gatherings!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Course Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine American
Servings 4

Equipment

  • Amount Name Notes
  • 1 Large Pot or Dutch Oven For cooking the chili
  • 1 Wooden Spoon For stirring
  • 1 Cutting Board and Knife For chopping vegetables

Ingredients
  

  • Amount Unit Name Notes
  • 1 pound Lean ground beef 90% lean
  • 1 large Onion diced
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 medium Bell pepper diced any color
  • 1 can 15 oz Diced tomatoes no salt added
  • 1 can 8 oz Tomato sauce
  • 1 can 15 oz Kidney beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 can 15 oz Black beans drained and rinsed
  • 2 tablespoons Chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon Smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne pepper optional
  • 1 teaspoon Salt to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper to taste
  • 1 cup Low-sodium beef broth
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil

Instructions
 

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
  • Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon as it cooks.
  • Add onions, garlic, and bell pepper to the beef. Sauté for about 5 minutes until vegetables are tender.
  • Stir in chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
  • Pour in the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and beef broth. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
  • Add the kidney beans and black beans, stir to combine.
  • Cover and simmer the chili on low heat for about 30-45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Taste and adjust seasonings if needed.
  • Remove from heat, let it rest for 10 minutes, and serve hot!
  • Top with fresh cilantro, diced avocado, or a sprinkle of cheese if desired.
  • Nutrition (per serving)
  • Nutrient Amount
  • Calories 350 kcal
  • Protein 25 g
  • Carbohydrates 30 g
  • Fat 15 g
  • Fiber 10 g
  • Sugar 6 g
  • Sodium 520 mg

Notes

For a spicier chili, add extra cayenne or diced jalapeños.
For an even lighter version, swap ground beef for ground turkey or chicken.
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