Recipe: Weeknight Chili 🌶️
Description: Dive into the heartwarming flavors of this quick and easy chili recipe, perfect for those busy weeknights when you crave a comforting meal without spending hours in the kitchen. Packed with hearty meat and beans, this chili is sure to become a family favorite!
Total Time: 45 minutes
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4-6
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 2 | Ground beef |
| 1 | Beef chuck |
| 1 | Can tomato paste |
| 1 | Can pinto beans with jalapenos |
| 15 oz | Red kidney beans |
| 1 | French onion soup |
| 1 | White wine vinegar |
| 2 tbsp | Chili powder |
| 3 tsp | Cumin |
| 1 | Brown sugar |
| 1/2 tsp | Black pepper |
| Hot chocolate, to taste | |
| Hot sauce, to taste | |
| V8 juice | |
| Sour cream, for serving | |
| Shredded cheese, for serving |
Instructions:
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Brown the Beef: In a 3-quart cast iron or Dutch oven pot, break up and brown the ground beef over medium heat until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
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Add Beans and Soup: Reduce heat to medium-low, then add the pinto beans with jalapenos, red kidney beans, and French onion soup to the pot. Stir well to combine.
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Incorporate Flavors: Sprinkle in the tomato paste, chili powder, cumin, brown sugar, black pepper, and a hint of hot chocolate for richness. Pour in the white wine vinegar for a tangy kick.
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Pour in V8 Juice: Gradually pour in V8 juice until the chili pot is filled, reserving any excess for later use. Adjust the consistency according to your preference.
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Spice it Up: For those who love a bit of heat, add hot sauce to taste, stirring well to distribute the spiciness evenly throughout the chili.
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Simmer to Perfection: Allow the chili to simmer over low heat for an additional 15-20 minutes, allowing all the flavors to meld together beautifully.
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Serve and Enjoy: Ladle the hot chili into bowls and garnish each serving with a dollop of sour cream and a generous sprinkle of shredded cheese. Serve piping hot and savor the comforting flavors of this delicious chili!
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 391.7
- Fat: 18.4g
- Saturated Fat: 6.9g
- Cholesterol: 77.2mg
- Sodium: 959.5mg
- Carbohydrates: 28.9g
- Fiber: 6.6g
- Sugar: 11.4g
- Protein: 28.9g
Whether you’re hosting a cozy dinner at home or simply craving a bowl of hearty goodness, this Weeknight Chili recipe is a surefire way to satisfy your hunger and warm your soul. Enjoy the simplicity and deliciousness of homemade chili any day of the week! 🍲
