Transport your taste buds to the Southwest with this robust chili con carne, brimming with vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients. It's an irresistible, comforting dish ready to elevate any meal.[1]
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 green bell pepper, large diced
- 1 red bell pepper, large diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, large diced
- 2 1/2 pounds ground chuck
- 4 tablespoons chili powder
- 3 tablespoons ground cumin
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 3 Roma tomatoes, diced
- 1 (15-ounce) can soy black beans, drained and rinsed, optional
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro leaves
Instructions
Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Toss in the diced green and red bell peppers plus red onion. Saut for 5 minutes, stirring now and then, until softened and fragrant.
Add the ground chuck, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook until browned and fully done, draining excess fat if desired.
Mix in chili powder, cumin, garlic, cayenne, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Stir to coat everything evenly, cooking 2 more minutes for flavors to bloom.
Incorporate diced Roma tomatoes and optional soy black beans. Simmer 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened and rich.
Finish with fresh chopped cilantro. Taste, tweak seasonings, and serve hotthis chili will steal the show!
Serving Suggestions
Ladle up this fiery Southwestern chili con carne alongside rice, warm cornbread, or crunchy tortilla chips. Crown with shredded cheese, dollops of sour cream, or creamy avocado slices for pure bliss.
Ingredient Substitutions
- Swap ground chuck for lean ground turkey or beef to switch up the taste.
- Use smoked paprika plus extra cayenne instead of chili powder for smoky depth.
- Try kidney or pinto beans in place of black beans.
- Omit cilantro or sub with fresh parsley.
Cooking Tips
- Amp the heat with more cayenne or fresh diced jalapeo.
- Tone it down by cutting chili powder and cayenne.
- Store leftovers in the fridge up to 4 days or freeze for 3 months.
- Reheat on stovetop or microwave, thinning with water if needed.
Nutritional Information
Every hearty serving delivers protein-packed meat, fiber-rich beans, and veggie-powered vitaminsfuel your day with this nourishing powerhouse.[1]
Recipe Variations
- Stir in diced green chilies for bold spice.
- Mix in cocoa powder for a decadent, mole-like richness.
- Sprinkle crushed tortilla chips on top for texture.
- Play with bean varieties for fun twists.
