Hearty No Bean Chili
Warm up your chilly evenings with this comforting no bean chili, bursting with robust flavors and vibrant colors. This dish showcases a delightful blend of ground meat, fresh vegetables, and aromatic spices, creating a hearty meal that’s perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in. Fast to prepare and easy to customize, it’s a must-try for any chili lover!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped (mix of red and green)
- 28 oz can diced tomatoes in juice
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 tsp sugar (optional)
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, cook the ground meat until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until the onion is translucent.
- Stir in the chopped bell peppers and cook for an additional 5 minutes until softened.
- Pour in the diced tomatoes with their juices, followed by chili powder, cumin, salt, pepper, and optional sugar. Mix well.
- Add vegetable broth and bring to a simmer over low heat for about 20 minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary before serving hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg