Description
Warm up your autumn nights with this hearty, flavorful Halloween Chili, perfect for cozy gatherings or a family feast.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef or turkey
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (14.5 oz) fire-roasted diced tomatoes
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp chili powder (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 2 bell peppers (red and yellow), chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- 1. Sauté the Veggies: In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil. Toss in chopped onions and bell peppers, sautéing until soft and fragrant (about 5 minutes).
- 2. Brown the Meat: Add the ground beef or turkey to the pot. Break it apart with a spoon until browned all over (approximately 7-10 minutes).
- 3. Spice It Up: Stir in minced garlic along with chili powder and cumin. Toast the spices for one minute to release their aroma.
- 4. Add Tomatoes and Beans: Pour in the diced tomatoes (with juices) and kidney beans. Mix everything together to let flavors meld.
- 5. Simmer Away: Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for at least 30 minutes for full flavor development.
- 6. Serve with Flair: Ladle chili into bowls and top with shredded cheese or sour cream if desired. Serve alongside cornbread or tortilla chips.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For a vegetarian version, substitute ground meat with lentils or mushrooms. Add jalapeños for an extra kick or use milder toppings like sour cream.