Spicy Chilli
Get ready to heat things up with this bold and hearty Spicy Chilli recipe that’s perfect for cozy nights and game-day gatherings alike. Packed with robust flavors, this one-pot wonder combines tender ground beef (or turkey for a lighter twist), savory spices like cumin, smoked paprika, and chili powder, and hearty beans for a rich and satisfying meal. Simmered in a flavorful base of diced tomatoes and beef broth, it’s a comforting dish with a customizable kick—just adjust the cayenne pepper to suit your spice tolerance. Garnish with fresh cilantro, shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, or sliced jalapeños for a personalized finishing touch. Ready in just an hour, this crowd-pleasing, protein-packed chilli is guaranteed to be a hit at the table. Perfect for meal prep or freezing, it’s a versatile recipe you’ll want to make again and again!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion, diced
- 4 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 1 pound ground beef (or ground turkey for a lighter option)
- 1 28-ounce can diced tomatoes (with juices)
- 3 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 15-ounce can red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 15-ounce can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 tablespoon cumin powder
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- 0.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional, for serving)
- 0.5 cup sour cream (optional, for serving)
- 0.25 cup sliced jalapeños (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and sauté for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent.
Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground beef. Cook until browned, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess grease if necessary.
Stir in the diced tomatoes (with juices), tomato paste, kidney beans, black beans, and beef broth.
Add the cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine all the ingredients thoroughly.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Taste and adjust the seasonings, adding more chili powder or cayenne pepper if you prefer extra heat.
Once the chilli has thickened to your desired consistency, remove it from the heat.
Serve hot in bowls, garnished with fresh cilantro, shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, and sliced jalapeños if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
504 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 27.3 g | 35% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.7 g | 54% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 80 mg | 27% | |
| Sodium | 914 mg | 40% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 39.0 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.7 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.8 g | ||
| Protein | 27.3 g | 55% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 177 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 5.8 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 1106 mg | 24% | |
*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.
