Low Fat Hearty Chili Beef
Dive into comfort food without the guilt with this Low Fat Hearty Chili Beef recipe—a wholesome, flavor-packed dish perfect for satisfying your cravings while maintaining a balanced diet. Made with lean ground beef, vibrant bell peppers, and two types of protein-rich beans, this chili is loaded with nutritious ingredients and bold spices like smoked paprika, cumin, and chili powder that deliver irresistible depth. Simmered to perfection in a low-sodium beef broth and zesty tomatoes, this hearty yet healthy chili is an ideal meal for family dinners, meal prep, or cozy nights in. Ready in just over an hour and customizable with fresh cilantro for a finishing touch, this one-pot wonder keeps things warm and nourishing without sacrificing taste.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams lean ground beef (95% lean)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
- 800 grams canned diced tomatoes, no salt added
- 400 grams canned kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 400 grams canned black beans, drained and rinsed
- 250 milliliters low-sodium beef broth
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and garlic, sautéing until onions are translucent, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the ground beef, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, and cook until browned, approximately 7-8 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
Add the diced bell peppers and cook for another 5 minutes until they start to soften.
Stir in the diced tomatoes, kidney beans, black beans, and beef broth.
Add the chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper, stirring well to combine.
Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pot. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 40-45 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2053 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 53.4 g | 68% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.6 g | 78% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 400 mg | 133% | |
| Sodium | 3226 mg | 140% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 205.3 g | 75% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 67.4 g | 241% | |
| Total Sugars | 41.4 g | ||
| Protein | 197.1 g | 394% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 626 mg | 48% | |
| Iron | 37.1 mg | 206% | |
| Potassium | 6594 mg | 140% | |
*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.
