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1 Spicy Sweet Honey Chili Recipe

Indulge in this sinfully sweet and tastefully spicy Honey Chili recipe! It's so addictive, you might just find yourself eating multiple bowls. This easy-to-make recipe combines savory ground beef with a touch of honey and a kick of chili heat for a flavor explosion that will leave you wanting more. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a weekend feast, serve it over rice, spaghetti, or with crusty bread and cheese. Get ready for a flavor adventure!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 624.6 kcal
Protein 84g
Rating 4.5 (21 Reviews)
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Ingredients for 1 Spicy Sweet Honey Chili

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How to Make 1 Spicy Sweet Honey Chili

  1. Brown 1 lb ground beef in a large pan over medium-high heat, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain off any excess grease.
  2. Add 1 tbsp accent flavor enhancer (optional).
  3. Add 1 medium onion, 1 green bell pepper, and 2 cloves garlic, chopped. Cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Stir in 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes, 1-2 jalapeño peppers (seeded and minced, adjust to your spice preference), 1 (15 ounce) can chili beans (drained and rinsed), 2 tbsp chili powder, 1 tsp cumin, 1 tsp dried thyme, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp cinnamon.
  5. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for at least 25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. Stir in 2-4 tbsp honey (adjust to your desired sweetness).
  7. Serve immediately over rice, spaghetti, or with your favorite sides such as cornbread, cheese, and crackers.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

27 g

Sugar

77g

Fat

45g

Carbs

20g

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