Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 pound ground beef (80% lean)
- 1 large onion, chopped (about 1 cup)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 (15-ounce) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes
- 1 (4-ounce) can chopped green chilies
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
45 minutes
Difficulty Level:
1 (simple)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Drain off any excess grease.
- Add the onion, garlic, and bell pepper to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the kidney beans, black beans, tomatoes, green chilies, chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 45 minutes, or until thickened.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 290
- Fat: 15 grams
- Saturated Fat: 5 grams
- Carbohydrates: 30 grams
- Sugar: 10 grams
- Protein: 25 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- Hearty and satisfying
- Rich and flavorful
- Customizable to taste
- Can be served with toppings such as shredded cheese, sour cream, and onions
User Comments:
- "This chili is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family." - Karen
- "I love how customizable this recipe is. I always add a little more spice to mine." - Mike
- "This is a great weeknight dinner. It's quick and easy, and it's a meal that everyone will enjoy." - Sarah
Special Precautions and Tips:
- If you don't have ground beef, you can use ground turkey or chicken.
- You can adjust the spices to taste. If you like it spicy, add more chili powder or cayenne pepper.
- If you don't have a large skillet, you can use a Dutch oven or a stockpot.
- Serve with your favorite toppings, such as shredded cheese, sour cream, and onions.
