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Cozy Up with High Protein Chili

Cozy Up with High Protein Chili: A Hearty, Flavorful Delight

Cozy up with high protein chili for a nutritious and delicious meal perfect for chilly nights.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Soups
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Protein Sources
  • 450 g Lean Ground Beef opt for 90% lean or higher
  • 400 g Kidney Beans substitute with pinto beans if desired
  • 400 g Black Beans
Vegetables and Aromatics
  • 400 g Diced Tomatoes choose canned with juices
  • 1 medium Onion diced
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
Spices and Seasonings
  • 1 tbsp Smoked Paprika can be swapped with regular paprika
  • 1 tbsp Ground Cumin
  • 2 tbsp Chili Powder adjust based on heat preference
  • 1/4 tsp Ground Cinnamon
  • 2 tbsp Tomato Paste
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
Liquids and Fats
  • 240 ml Beef Broth or brewed coffee
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes until translucent. Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute.
  2. Introduce lean ground beef, breaking it apart as it cooks. Brown undisturbed for about 4-5 minutes, then stir until no longer pink.
  3. Sprinkle chili powder, smoked paprika, ground cumin, and ground cinnamon. Stir and toast for 1-2 minutes.
  4. Add tomato paste, cooking for a minute. Then pour in diced tomatoes with their juices.
  5. Pour in beef broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 30 minutes.
  6. Drain and rinse kidney and black beans, fold into the mixture, and simmer for an additional 15 minutes.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper as needed before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 12gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Perfect for meal prep and can be customized with different beans or heat levels.

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