Description
A hearty and flavorful chili recipe without beans. Perfect for low-carb diets or those who prefer a bean-free chili.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs ground beef
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
- 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
- 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 tablespoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups beef broth
- Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped onions, avocado
Instructions
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat. Drain off any excess grease.
- Add the chopped onion, garlic, and bell peppers to the pot. Cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, tomato paste, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and pepper.
- Pour in the beef broth. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat and cover.
- Simmer for at least 1 hour, or up to 3 hours, stirring occasionally. The longer it simmers, the more the flavors will meld together.
- Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
- Serve hot with your favorite toppings.
Notes
- For a spicier chili, add more cayenne pepper or a pinch of red pepper flakes.
- You can use ground turkey or ground chicken instead of ground beef.
- Crockpot instructions: Brown the ground beef and sauté the vegetables. Transfer everything to a slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
- Instant Pot instructions: Brown the ground beef using the sauté function. Add the vegetables and sauté. Add the remaining ingredients. Cook on high pressure for 20 minutes, followed by a natural pressure release for 10 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg