Hawaiian Chili
Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this vibrant and flavor-packed Hawaiian Chili, a delightful twist on the classic comfort food. This recipe combines the hearty richness of ground beef and kidney beans with the tropical sweetness of pineapple chunks, creating a perfect balance of savory and sweet. Infused with robust spices like chili powder, cumin, and paprika, and enhanced with a hint of umami from soy sauce and brown sugar, this chili offers a unique fusion of bold flavors. Ready in just an hour, it’s a one-pot wonder that’s perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings. Don’t forget to garnish with fresh green onions and cilantro for a burst of color and freshness! This Hawaiian Chili recipe is irresistibly delicious, easy to make, and guaranteed to be your new favorite comfort dish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 1 medium bell pepper, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 28 oz crushed tomatoes
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 cup pineapple chunks, drained
- 15 oz cooked kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 cups beef broth
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 0.5 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 2 stalks green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- 2 tbsp cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Drain the excess fat, if necessary, and set the beef aside.
In the same pot, add diced onion and bell pepper. Sauté for 3-4 minutes, until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, until fragrant.
Return the cooked ground beef to the pot and mix with the vegetables.
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and beef broth, combining well.
Add the chili powder, ground cumin, paprika, crushed red pepper flakes, brown sugar, soy sauce, salt, and black pepper. Stir to evenly distribute the spices.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer uncovered for 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Stir in the kidney beans and pineapple chunks. Simmer for another 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more salt or chili powder if desired.
Serve warm, garnished with sliced green onions and chopped cilantro. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
402 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.6 g | 24% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.5 g | 33% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 51 mg | 17% | |
| Sodium | 670 mg | 29% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 38.1 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.3 g | 33% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.5 g | ||
| Protein | 22.8 g | 46% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 80 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 5.6 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 1069 mg | 23% | |
*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.
