Description
The Pioneer Woman Chili is a comforting and robust dish that promises to warm you from the inside out. Perfect for family dinners, game days, or meal prep, this chili features a delightful mix of spices and fresh ingredients. With tender ground beef or turkey, hearty beans, and tangy tomatoes, it’s packed with flavor and nutrition. Whether you’re an experienced chef or a kitchen novice, this easy chili recipe allows for customization to suit all taste preferences. Serve it hot with your favorite toppings for a satisfying meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs ground beef (or ground turkey)
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cans (14.5 oz each) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
- 2 cups beef broth
- 2 cans (15 oz each) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) pinto beans, drained and rinsed
- Seasonings: chili powder, cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper (optional), salt, black pepper
Instructions
- Gather and chop all vegetables; open canned items.
- In a large pot over medium heat, brown the ground meat until fully cooked.
- Add onion, bell pepper, and garlic; sauté until tender.
- Stir in diced tomatoes with juices, tomato sauce, and beef broth.
- Mix in seasonings; adjust to taste.
- Incorporate both types of beans into the mixture.
- Bring to a simmer; reduce heat and let cook for 30-40 minutes.
- Serve hot with optional toppings like cheese or avocado.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg