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Bowl of healthy chili made with organic ground beef and red kidney beans, topped with cilantro, surrounded by lime, garlic, and chili peppers — an easy one-pot high-protein chili recipe by Dr. Christina Carlyle.
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Easy, Healthy Chili

An easy, healthy Chili recipe you'll crave
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chili
Servings: 8 1 cup servings
Author: Dr. Christina

Ingredients

  • 1 pounds lean, organic ground beef
  • 5 tbsp garlic, minced , I use “jarlic” - garlic in a jar for convenience
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 3 tbsp chili powder, divided (2 tbsp to brown the beef, the rest when simmering)
  • 1½ yellow or sweet onions, diced , reserve some for topping
  • 1 jalapeño, seeded and finely diced, (optional)
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced
  • 1 can crushed tomatoes, 14.5 oz
  • 1 can diced tomatoe, 14.5 oz
  • 1 can red kidney beans, drained and rinsed, 19 oz
  • 1 cup bone broth , sub beef, chicken, or veggie broth
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Louisiana-style hot sauce, optional - about 2 tbsp. or to taste

Instructions

  • In a large pot over medium heat, combine and cook the beef, 2 tbsp. chili powder, cumin, garlic, onions, and jalapeño until the beef is browned.
  • Use your spoon to break up any clumps, stirring continuously until evenly cooked.
  • Drain as much excess fat as possible, then return the meat to heat.
  • Add the rest of the ingredients and cook over medium heat for 15 minutes.
  • Reduce heat to low and let it simmer for 30–60 minutes uncovered, stirring occasionally, until it thickens.

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Nutrition

Serving: 1cup | Calories: 310kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 27g | Fat: 12g | Sodium: 580mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 6g
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