Halloween Chili
Embrace the spirit of the season with this Halloween Chili – a warm, hearty dish that’s perfect for chilly nights. Packed with tender meat, robust beans, and a kick of spices, this recipe not only fills your belly but also creates cozy memories. Ideal for gatherings or a night in with ghost stories, each bite brings autumn’s flavors to life.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 lb ground beef (lean)
- 1 can kidney beans (15 oz), rinsed
- 1 can pinto beans (15 oz), rinsed
- 2 bell peppers (mixed colors), diced
- 1 large onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 oz)
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- For topping: sour cream and cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onions and bell peppers; sauté until softened.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned; drain excess fat.
- Stir in minced garlic, chili powder, and cumin; cook until fragrant.
- Mix in diced tomatoes, kidney beans, and pinto beans.
- Pour in chicken broth; bring to a simmer and cook for about 30 minutes.
- Serve hot topped with sour cream and cheddar cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Swap ground beef for turkey or use lentils for a vegetarian version. Add corn or more spices to suit your taste preferences.