Quick Chili

A hearty and flavorful meal that comes together in under 30 minutes. It combines lean ground beef, kidney beans, and diced tomatoes seasoned with a robust blend of chili powder and cumin. Perfect for a busy weeknight dinner when you need something filling and warm.

Prep 8 minCook 22 minTotal 30 minUpdated Jul 3, 202630 minGluten Free

A hearty and flavorful meal that comes together in under 30 minutes. It combines lean ground beef, kidney beans, and diced tomatoes seasoned with a robust blend of chili powder and cumin. Perfect for a busy weeknight dinner when you need something filling and warm.

Ingredients

  • 85 g Ground beef(90% lean)
  • 15 cups Kidney beans, low-sodium (with liquid)
  • 1 tbsp Tomato sauce, low-sodium
  • 1 piece(s) Onion, instant minced
  • 1 tsp Chili powder

Instructions

  1. Thoroughly cook ground beef in skillet until browned (internal temperature of 160 °F). Do not undercook ground beef. Carefully wash your hands and any surfaces that have come in contact with raw meat.
  2. Drain off fat into container.
  3. Stir in kidney beans with liquid, tomato sauce, onion, and chili powder.
  4. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes.
  5. Refrigerate or freeze leftovers within 2 hours of cooking. Use refrigerated leftovers within 4 days.

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