Chili Male Chauvinist Chili
Spice up your dinner routine with this hearty and flavor-packed Chili Male Chauvinist Chili! Bursting with bold, smoky spices like chili powder, cumin, and paprika, this robust recipe combines tender ground beef, savory sautéed onions, and vibrant red and green bell peppers. Creamy kidney and black beans meet juicy diced tomatoes in a rich, tomato-based broth that simmers to perfection in under an hour. Customize the heat level with optional cayenne pepper and finish with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro for a pop of freshness. Perfect for chilly evenings or game-day gatherings, this crowd-pleasing chili is an easy-to-make comfort food classic that pairs beautifully with shredded cheese, sour cream, or crunchy tortilla chips. With minimal prep time and maximum flavor, this one-pot wonder is sure to become a staple in your recipe repertoire!
Train Anywhere. No Excuses.
Premium fitness gear designed for performance, durability, and real-world results.
From home to gym to on-the-go
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 large yellow onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
- 28 ounces canned diced tomatoes (with juices)
- 15 ounces canned kidney beans, rinsed and drained
- 15 ounces canned black beans, rinsed and drained
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 cup beef broth
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Heat a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat and add olive oil.
Add the diced onion and sauté for 5 minutes until it becomes soft and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 additional minute until fragrant.
Add the ground beef to the pot and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until browned and no longer pink. Drain any excess fat if necessary.
Stir in the diced red and green bell peppers and cook for 3-4 minutes until slightly softened.
Add the canned diced tomatoes (with juices), kidney beans, black beans, tomato paste, and beef broth to the pot. Stir to combine.
Season the mixture with chili powder, ground cumin, paprika, dried oregano, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly.
Bring the chili to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let it cook for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow the flavors to meld together.
Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary. Add additional salt, pepper, or spices as desired.
Serve hot, garnished with fresh chopped cilantro if desired. Enjoy with your favorite toppings such as shredded cheese, sour cream, or tortilla chips!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
409 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.7 g | 24% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.7 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 51 mg | 17% | |
| Sodium | 1020 mg | 44% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 38.3 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.0 g | 43% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.6 g | ||
| Protein | 23.5 g | 47% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 108 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 5.7 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 1018 mg | 22% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
