Chili Con Carne
Chili Con Carne is a hearty and flavorful dish that combines ground beef with beans, tomatoes, and spices, creating a comforting meal that is perfect for lunch. Packed with protein and rich in flavor, this dish is sure to satisfy your hunger and warm your soul.

30 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
American
450 kcal
Ingredients
- Ground beef - 300 grams
- Canned kidney beans - 240 grams (1 cup, drained and rinsed)
- Canned diced tomatoes - 400 grams (1 can)
- Onion - 1 medium, chopped
- Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
- Red bell pepper - 1 medium, chopped
- Chili powder - 2 tablespoons
- Cumin - 1 teaspoon
- Paprika - 1 teaspoon
- Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
- Salt - to taste
- Black pepper - to taste
- Water - 250 ml
Steps
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and red bell pepper, and sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the ground beef to the pot and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon, about 5-7 minutes.
- Sprinkle in the chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper, stirring well to coat the meat and vegetables.
- Pour in the canned diced tomatoes and kidney beans, adding the water to thin the mixture if needed.
- Bring the chili to a simmer and cook uncovered for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as desired before serving hot.
Nutrition
- Calories: 450
- Protein: 40 g
- Carbs: 35 g
- Fiber: 8 g
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Cholesterol: 90 mg
- Total Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Water: 0.25 L
Health Benefits
- High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
- Rich in fiber from beans, promoting digestive health.
Tags
AmericanHigh ProteinLunch