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The Pioneer Chili

The Pioneer Chili: Easy Beef Delight with Turkey Bacon Upgrade

The Pioneer Chili is a hearty and satisfying dish featuring ground beef, vegetables, and beans, perfect for cozy meals.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 400 kcal

Equipment

  • Dutch oven
  • Cutting Board
  • Knife
  • Wooden Spoon

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs ground beef or ground turkey
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 1 medium green bell pepper diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 cans (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 2 cans (15 oz) kidney beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (15 oz) pinto beans drained and rinsed
  • 2-3 tablespoon chili powder adjust for heat level
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Toppings Shredded cheese, sour cream, green onions, avocado slices, tortilla chips (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Prep Your Ingredients: Dice your onion and bell pepper, mince the garlic, and measure out your spices.
  • Brown the Meat: In a large Dutch oven, heat a tablespoon of oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat and set aside.
  • Sauté the Vegetables: In the same pot, add the diced onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic. Cook for about 3-5 minutes until softened.
  • Build the Base: Return the meat to the pot. Stir in chili powder, cumin, paprika, cayenne, salt, and pepper. Cook for 1-2 minutes.
  • Add the Tomatoes and Broth: Pour in diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and beef broth. Stir well and bring to a simmer.
  • Let It Simmer: Reduce heat to low, cover the pot, and let chili simmer for about 45 minutes.
  • Add the Beans: Stir in kidney and pinto beans, continue simmering for another 15 minutes.
  • Taste and Adjust: Taste test the chili, adjusting seasoning with salt, pepper, or spices as needed.
  • Serve and Enjoy: Ladle into bowls and add toppings as desired.

Notes

Feel free to customize the heat level by adjusting the chili powder and cayenne pepper amounts.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 4mg
Keyword Beef Chili, chili, comfort food, easy recipe, family-friendly, hearty meal
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