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Beef Chili

Irresistibly Hearty Beef Chili You'll Crave Every Weeknight

This Beef Chili is a comforting, gluten-free dish, perfect for weeknights and family gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Chili Base
  • 2 pounds Ground Beef Can substitute with ground turkey
  • 1 large Onion Chopped
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 3 tablespoons Chili Powder Adjust for heat level
  • 2 teaspoons Smoked Paprika Regular paprika can be substituted
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste For flavor enhancement
  • 28 ounces Crushed Tomatoes Canned
  • 2 cups Beef Broth Vegetable broth can be used for a vegetarian option
Add-ins
  • 15 ounces Beans (e.g., kidney beans) Rinsed
  • 1 cup Bell Peppers Diced

Equipment

  • Instant Pot

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Set your Instant Pot to sauté mode for 3 minutes.
  2. Add chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until onion is translucent (4-5 minutes).
  3. Add ground beef, breaking it apart; cook until browned (5-7 minutes).
  4. Sprinkle in chili powder and smoked paprika; toast for 1-2 minutes.
  5. Mix in tomato paste and crushed tomatoes; cook for 2-3 minutes.
  6. Pour in beef broth, add beans and bell peppers; stir to combine.
  7. Seal the lid; set to high pressure for 20 minutes.
  8. Let pressure release naturally for 10 minutes before venting.
  9. Stir chili, taste, and adjust seasoning as necessary.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 28gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 8gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days in the fridge or freeze for up to 3 months.

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