Description
A nourishing chili recipe that combines high protein with low carbs, perfect for busy weeknights and comforting family meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground turkey or beef
- 1 can kidney beans
- 1 can black beans
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups broth (chicken or beef)
- Olive oil for browning
- Optional: butter for silkiness, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Heat your pot over medium and add a splash of oil. Add the ground turkey or beef and cook until browned.
- Push the meat to the side or remove it, then add the onion, garlic, and bell peppers. Stir and cook for about five minutes until tender.
- Sprinkle in chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper, then toast the spices for about one minute.
- Add the kidney beans, black beans, diced tomatoes, and broth. Stir until cohesive.
- Bring to a gentle simmer, then lower heat and let cook for 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Adjust seasoning if necessary before serving.
Notes
Browning the meat well enhances flavor. Use low-sodium broth for better control of salt level. Leftovers taste better the next day.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: chili, high protein, low carb, comfort food, weeknight meals