Spicy Beef Chili with Apples
Warm up your kitchen with a bold twist on classic comfort food! Spicy Beef Chili with Apples combines smoky spices, tender ground beef, and hearty beans with the unexpected sweetness of crisp diced apples. This one-pot wonder strikes the perfect balance between savory and spicy, with rich layers of flavor from chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, and a hint of cinnamon. A touch of cayenne pepper brings the heat, while the apples add a playful contrast that keeps every bite intriguing. Simmered to perfection with tomatoes and beef broth, this chili is a satisfying and easy-to-make dinner idea, ready in under an hour. Serve it piping hot with fresh cilantro and lime wedges for a vibrant finish, and enjoy it as a cozy option for game days, family dinners, or chilly evenings. Perfect for anyone looking for a unique chili recipe packed with flavor!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion, diced
- 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 28 ounces canned diced tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 cup beef broth
- 15 ounces kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 large sweet apple, peeled, cored, and diced
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1.5 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
- 4 wedges lime wedges (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and red bell pepper. Cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.
Add the ground beef to the pot. Cook, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until browned and no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess grease, if necessary.
Stir in the chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, ground cinnamon, salt, and black pepper until the beef is evenly coated with the spices.
Add the canned diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and beef broth. Stir well to combine.
Bring the mixture to a simmer and reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let it cook for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
After 20 minutes, add the kidney beans and diced apple to the pot. Stir to incorporate, then continue to simmer uncovered for an additional 15 minutes.
Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt or spices if needed.
Serve the chili hot, garnished with chopped cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice, if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2256 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 136.6 g | 175% | |
| Saturated Fat | 42.9 g | 214% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 9.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 317 mg | 106% | |
| Sodium | 4898 mg | 213% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 161.4 g | 59% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 54.8 g | 196% | |
| Total Sugars | 49.4 g | ||
| Protein | 114.1 g | 228% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 545 mg | 42% | |
| Iron | 26.8 mg | 149% | |
| Potassium | 5127 mg | 109% | |
*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.
