Description
Experience the bold and comforting flavors of Texas No Beans Chili, a dish perfect for gatherings or cozy family dinners. This hearty chili combines ground beef (or turkey) with a rich blend of spices and fresh vegetables, creating a dish that warms both heart and soul. With minimal prep time and versatile serving options, this recipe is not only easy to make but also satisfying to enjoy any night of the week. Customize it with your favorite toppings like cheese, jalapenos, or cilantro for a delightful twist on a classic.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 pounds ground beef (or ground turkey)
- 1 yellow onion
- 1 green bell pepper
- 4 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 can diced fire-roasted tomatoes (28 ounces)
- 2 cups low sodium beef broth
- Shredded cheddar cheese (for serving)
- Jalapenos (for serving)
- Sour cream (for serving)
- Fresh cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add ground beef, seasoning with salt and pepper. Cook until browned.
- Stir in diced onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic; cook until softened.
- Mix in chili powder and tomato paste; cook for an additional three minutes.
- Add diced tomatoes and beef broth; scrape the pot’s bottom to incorporate flavors.
- Bring to simmer, add bay leaf, and reduce heat. Let simmer for 25-30 minutes.
- Remove from heat, discard bay leaf, adjust seasonings as needed.
- Serve hot in bowls topped with cheese, jalapenos, sour cream, and cilantro.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Texan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg