K Jon Chili

Warm up your taste buds with the hearty and flavorful K Jon Chili, a robust dish that's perfect for cold nights or casual gatherings. This one-pot wonder combines the bold flavors of ground beef and pork, a medley of colorful bell peppers, and a smoky blend of spices like chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika. Packed with protein-rich kidney and black beans, juicy diced tomatoes, and a touch of heat from optional cayenne pepper, this chili is a comforting balance of spice and savoriness. Simmered to perfection with a splash of beef broth for added depth, it’s both satisfying and easy to customize. Top it off with sour cream, shredded cheddar, fresh cilantro, or crispy tortilla chips for a crowd-pleasing meal that’ll have everyone coming back for seconds. Ready in just over an hour, this K Jon Chili is your go-to recipe for a cozy, homemade feast.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 pound ground pork
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large yellow onion, diced
• 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
• 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 28 ounces canned diced tomatoes (with juice)
• 15 ounces canned kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 15 ounces canned black beans, drained and rinsed
• 3 tablespoons tomato paste
• 2 cups beef broth
• 3 tablespoons chili powder
• 2 tablespoons ground cumin
• 1 tablespoon 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 sour cream (optional, for serving)
• 0 shredded cheddar cheese (optional, for serving)
• 0 tortilla chips (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and bell peppers to the pot. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, until softened.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, stirring frequently to prevent burning.

Step 4

Push the vegetables to one side of the pot. Add the ground beef and ground pork to the empty side and cook, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until browned and no longer pink, about 7-8 minutes.

Step 5

Drain any excess fat from the pot, if necessary, then mix the meat and vegetables together.

Step 6

Stir in the chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1-2 minutes to toast the spices.

Step 7

Add the tomato paste to the pot and stir to combine. Cook for 2 minutes to deepen its flavor.

Step 8

Pour in the canned diced tomatoes (with juice) and beef broth, and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

Step 9

Lower the heat to medium-low and stir in the kidney beans and black beans.

Step 10

Cover the pot partially with a lid and let the chili simmer for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 11

Taste the chili and adjust seasoning as needed. If you prefer a thicker chili, let it simmer uncovered for an additional 15-20 minutes.

Step 12

Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro, sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, or tortilla chips, as desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3653.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4132.3

Total Fat 234.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 83.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 754.3mg	0%
Sodium 7744.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 246.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 75.0g	0%
Total Sugars 41.1g
Protein 272.0g	0%

Vitamin D 6IU	0%
Calcium 1125.0mg	0%
Iron 47.9mg	0%
Potassium 6701.7mg	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: 50.5%

Protein: 26.0%

Carbs: 23.5%