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High Protein Chili

Ultimate High Protein Chili for Cozy Comfort Food Nights

Delicious High Protein Chili perfect for nourishing weeknight dinners or meal prepping.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Base
  • 2 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 1 lb Lean Ground Beef Can substitute with ground turkey
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion
  • 1 each Red Bell Pepper, diced
  • 1 each Yellow Bell Pepper, diced
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced
Flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Chili Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Regular paprika can be substituted
Body
  • 1 can Crushed Tomatoes, 15 ounces
  • 2 tablespoon Tomato Paste
  • 1 can Kidney Beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can Black Beans, drained and rinsed
Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • ½ teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1 each Optional Jalapeño, finely chopped Can be omitted

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Wooden Spoon

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Heat the oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat for about 1 minute.
  2. Brown the beef in the pot for 5–7 minutes, breaking it apart and draining excess fat.
  3. Sauté the diced onion and bell peppers for about 5 minutes until softened.
  4. Add minced garlic and spices, stirring for 1 minute to toast and deepen the flavors.
  5. Mix in crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, kidney beans, and black beans, then season.
  6. Lower the heat and simmer uncovered for 25–30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  7. Serve hot in bowls with optional toppings like shredded cheese or Greek yogurt.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 4mg

Notes

For thicker chili, skip some liquid or add more tomato paste while simmering.

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