Sweet Chili
Indulge in the comforting and irresistible flavors of this **Sweet Chili** recipe, a perfect balance of savory, mildly spicy, and sweet. Featuring tender ground beef, hearty beans, vibrant vegetables, and a unique twist of brown sugar, soy sauce, and apple cider vinegar, this chili creates a depth of flavor that’s hard to resist. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a simmer that allows the flavors to meld beautifully, it’s an ideal dish for cozy family dinners or casual gatherings. Packed with protein and fiber, this one-pot wonder is both satisfying and nutritious. Customize with your favorite toppings—like shredded cheese, sour cream, or chopped green onions—for a personalized touch. Whether you’re craving a hearty comfort food classic or seeking a crowd-pleaser with a hint of sweetness, this Sweet Chili ticks all the boxes for a flavorful, easy-to-make meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
- 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 15 ounces canned kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 15 ounces canned black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup sweet corn kernels, drained
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 cup water
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the ground beef and cook until it starts to brown, breaking it up with a wooden spoon.
Add chopped onion, minced garlic, and diced red bell pepper to the pot. Cook until the vegetables are tender and the onion is translucent.
Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, drained kidney beans, drained black beans, and sweet corn.
Season with chili powder, cumin, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
Add brown sugar, soy sauce, and apple cider vinegar to the pot, stirring to combine.
Pour in the water and bring the mixture to a boil.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and allow the chili to simmer uncovered for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary before serving.
Serve hot with your choice of toppings such as shredded cheese, sour cream, or chopped green onions.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
463 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 23.0 g | 30% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.3 g | 36% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 52 mg | 17% | |
| Sodium | 955 mg | 42% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 41.8 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.5 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.7 g | ||
| Protein | 23.5 g | 47% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 107 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 5.5 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 912 mg | 19% | |
*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.
