Maria’s Kitchen Series X

Nothing like a delicious bowl of chili to warm you up on a cold winter night. This fiber and protein packed chili is comfort food that actually nourishes you!

CHILI RECIPE

Ingredients:
• 2 lbs lean ground beef
• 2 (15.5 oz) cans kidney beans, drained & rinsed
• 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes
• 1 (28 oz) can diced tomatoes
• 1 white onion, diced
• 2 green peppers, diced
• 4–6 cups beef broth (depending on desired thickness)
• Olive oil

Seasonings:
• 1 tsp chipotle powder
• ½ tsp chili powder
• ½ tsp paprika
• ½ tsp garlic
• ½ tsp cayenne
• Salt & Pepper

For seasonings I started with 1/2 tsp and then added more based on my preference – so feel free to add more to taste!

Instructions:

1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat
2. Add onion and green peppers and sauté until softened
3. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up as it cooks
4. Stir in seasonings and cook for ~30 seconds
5. Add crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, beef broth and a few minutes later add in the kidney beans
6. Bring to a simmer, reduce heat, and cook for 30–45 minutes, stirring occasionally

• Taste & adjust seasonings based on your personal preference
• Chili thickens as it rests. Letting it sit before serving allows the beans & meat to absorb liquid and deepen it’s flavor

Now for the health benefits:
• Lean ground beef → high-quality protein, iron & B vitamins to support muscle health and energy
• Kidney beans → rich in fiber to support gut health, satiety & blood sugar balance
• Tomatoes → packed with lycopene, an antioxidant linked to heart and cellular health
• Onion → provides sulfur compounds that support immune and metabolic health
• Green peppers → vitamin C–rich to support immune function
• Olive oil → heart-healthy fat that supports nutrient absorption
• Spices → antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties

If you try this recipe, snap a picture and tag @ygeianutrition – I’d love to see how it turns out in your kitchen!

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In Good Health,

Maria Stavropoulos, MS RD CDN

Registered Dietitian and Founder of Ygeia Nutrition