Description
Hearty Spicy Southwestern Chili is the ultimate comfort food that brings warmth and flavor to any chilly evening. This savory dish combines lean ground beef, vibrant bell peppers, and a rich blend of spices, simmered to perfection for a deeply satisfying meal. Easy to customize based on your spice preference, this chili is also perfect for meal prep, as it tastes even better the next day. Serve it at your next gathering or cozy night in for a delightful culinary experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 bell peppers (any color), diced
- 2 (14.5 oz) cans diced tomatoes
- 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 (15 oz) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté onions until soft (about 5 minutes), then add garlic and bell peppers; cook until tender.
- Push vegetables aside and add ground beef. Brown for about 7 minutes, breaking apart with a wooden spoon.
- Stir in chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper; cook for another 2 minutes.
- Add diced tomatoes with juices and drained beans; stir well.
- Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and let simmer for at least 30 minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning before serving hot with desired toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Southwestern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg