Gluten-Free Hearty Chili with Corn

Warm up your kitchen with this *Gluten-Free Hearty Chili with Corn*, a comforting, flavor-packed dish that's perfect for any occasion. This one-pot recipe combines tender lean ground beef, vibrant bell peppers, creamy kidney and black beans, and sweet bursts of canned corn, all simmered together in a rich, spiced tomato base. Seasoned with aromatic chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, and a hint of cayenne for a subtle kick, this dish strikes the perfect balance between hearty and wholesome. Ready in just over an hour and naturally gluten-free, it’s an ideal choice for cozy family dinners, game-day gatherings, or meal prep. Serve it piping hot and enjoy as-is, or pair it with a dollop of sour cream or a side of gluten-free cornbread for a truly satisfying meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 pound lean ground beef
• 1 large yellow onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
• 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
• 29 ounces canned diced tomatoes
• 3 tablespoons tomato paste
• 15 ounces canned kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 15 ounces canned black beans, drained and rinsed
• 15 ounces canned corn, drained
• 3 tablespoons chili powder
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 cups beef broth or stock

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, and sauté until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 2

Add the lean ground beef to the pot. Cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 3

Once the beef is browned, add the diced red and green bell peppers. Cook for another 3-4 minutes until the peppers start to soften.

Step 4

Stir in the canned diced tomatoes (with their juice), tomato paste, kidney beans, black beans, corn, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.

Step 5

Pour in the beef broth, and stir to combine all ingredients.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a simmer. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for about 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 8

Serve the chili hot, and enjoy this hearty meal!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3549.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2698.4

Total Fat 96.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 26.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 9.7g
Cholesterol 297.5mg	0%
Sodium 8634.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 304.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 88.0g	0%
Total Sugars 64.2g
Protein 169.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 704.9mg	0%
Iron 41.4mg	0%
Potassium 6348.1mg	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: 31.4%

Protein: 24.5%

Carbs: 44.0%