Gabby Gourmets Southwestern Chili

Warm up your taste buds with Gabby Gourmet’s Southwestern Chili, a bold and hearty recipe brimming with classic Tex-Mex flavors. This one-pot wonder combines tender ground beef, a medley of sweet bell peppers, and a robust blend of smoky spices like chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika, all simmered to perfection with juicy diced tomatoes, black beans, and kidney beans. Enhanced with a touch of cayenne for optional heat, this chili strikes the perfect balance of savory, smoky, and spicy. Ready in just an hour, it’s perfect for busy weeknights or game-day gatherings. Serve it steaming hot with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro, shredded cheddar cheese, and a dollop of sour cream for a comforting dish that’s endlessly satisfying. Whether you're hosting friends or feeding the family, this Southwestern Chili is bound to become a household favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 pound ground beef (85% lean)
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
• 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
• 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes (with juice)
• 15 ounces canned black beans, rinsed and drained
• 15 ounces canned kidney beans, rinsed and drained
• 2 cups beef broth
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 tablespoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)
• 0.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional, for topping)
• 0.25 cup sour cream (optional, for topping)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Add the ground beef to the pot. Cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until it is browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.

Step 3

Add the finely diced onion, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, and minced garlic to the pot. Sauté until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, dried oregano, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute to toast the spices.

Step 5

Add the canned diced tomatoes (with their juice), black beans, kidney beans, beef broth, and tomato paste to the pot. Stir well to combine.

Step 6

Bring the chili to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let the chili simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 7

Taste the chili and adjust the seasonings, adding more salt or spices as needed.

Step 8

Serve the chili hot, garnished with chopped fresh cilantro, shredded cheddar cheese, and a dollop of sour cream, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2807.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2549.1

Total Fat 132.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 52.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 395.1mg	0%
Sodium 6908.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 202.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 64.8g	0%
Total Sugars 31.1g
Protein 155.7g	0%

Vitamin D 40.1IU	0%
Calcium 1052.8mg	0%
Iron 36.1mg	0%
Potassium 5705.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 45.4%

Protein: 23.7%

Carbs: 30.9%