Description
A robust, flavorful, and incredibly healthy chili designed for blood sugar management. Enjoy maximum taste without compromising your health goals.
Ingredients
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- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb lean ground turkey or beef (93% or higher)
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 bell peppers (any color), chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (6 oz) can tomato paste
- 1 (14.5 oz) can no-sugar-added diced tomatoes
- 1 (15 oz) can no-sugar-added crushed tomatoes
- 2 (15 oz) cans low-sodium kidney beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 (15 oz) can low-sodium black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 (15 oz) can low-sodium pinto beans, rinsed and drained
- 4 cups low-sodium beef or vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tbsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (optional, or to taste)
- Salt substitute and black pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro or green onions, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add ground meat and brown, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain excess fat.
- Add chopped onion, bell peppers, and minced garlic to the pot. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until vegetables are softened.
- Stir in tomato paste and cook for 1 minute. Pour in broth, diced tomatoes, and crushed tomatoes, scraping up any browned bits.
- Add rinsed kidney, black, and pinto beans, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, and cayenne pepper (if using). Stir well.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for at least 30-45 minutes (or up to 2 hours), stirring occasionally, until flavors meld and chili thickens.
- Taste and adjust seasonings with salt substitute and black pepper as needed. Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro or green onions if desired.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 45 mins