Easy Chilli Con Carne Recipe

Craving a flavorful and customizable chili? This Easy Chilli Con Carne recipe is your answer! Perfected for simplicity and versatility, this recipe is easily adaptable to vegetarian diets by swapping in your favorite beans. Impress your taste buds with a delicious chili, ready in just 40 minutes. Elevate your experience with our recommended topping of tortilla chips and sour cream, or spice things up by adjusting the chili peppers to your preference. Inspired by 'Just 1 Pot' cookbook (Love Food), this recipe is a work in progress—your feedback is welcome!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 612.1 kcal
Protein 72g
Rating 0.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Easy Chilli Con Carne

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How to Make Easy Chilli Con Carne

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
  2. Add 1 large onion, chopped, and 2 cloves garlic, minced, and sauté until softened (about 5 minutes).
  3. Add 1-2 finely chopped chili peppers (adjust to your spice preference) and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  4. Stir in 1 pound ground beef (or substitute with 1 (15-ounce) can of drained and rinsed beans for a vegetarian option). Brown the beef, breaking it up with a spoon, until cooked through.
  5. Add 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes, 1 (15-ounce) can kidney beans (drained and rinsed), 1 (15-ounce) can black beans (drained and rinsed), 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1 teaspoon chili powder, ½ teaspoon smoked paprika, ½ teaspoon oregano, and salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve hot, topped with your favorite additions such as sour cream, shredded cheese, and tortilla chips.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

14 g

Sugar

41g

Fat

68g

Carbs

9g