Karen's Philly Chili

Get ready to spice up your dinner rotation with Karen's Philly Chili, a hearty and comforting dish with a flavorful twist! This creamy chili recipe combines tender ground beef, vibrant bell peppers, and a medley of kidney and pinto beans simmered in a rich, spiced tomato broth infused with smoked paprika, cumin, and chili powder. The magic touch? Cream cheese stirred in for a luxurious, velvety texture that sets it apart from traditional chili recipes. Perfect for feeding a crowd, it’s ready in under an hour and pairs beautifully with crusty bread, tortilla chips, or even over a bowl of fluffy rice. Don’t forget to top it with sharp shredded cheddar and fresh cilantro for an irresistible finish! Whether it’s game day or a cozy weeknight, this crowd-pleaser is sure to satisfy.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large yellow onion, diced
• 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
• 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
• 3 pieces garlic cloves, minced
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
• 15 ounces kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 15 ounces pinto beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup beef broth
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 4 ounces cream cheese
• 0.5 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese (optional, for garnish)
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion, green bell pepper, and red bell pepper. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the ground beef to the pot and break it up with a spoon. Cook until browned, about 7-10 minutes.

Step 5

Season the beef and vegetable mixture with salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, ground cumin, chili powder, and oregano. Mix well to combine the spices.

Step 6

Pour in the crushed tomatoes, kidney beans, pinto beans, and beef broth. Stir to combine.

Step 7

Add the Worcestershire sauce and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.

Step 8

Reduce the heat to low and let the chili simmer uncovered for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 9

Cut the cream cheese into small cubes and stir it into the chili until fully melted and incorporated for a creamy texture.

Step 10

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed (e.g., more salt or chili powder).

Step 11

Ladle the Philly chili into bowls, and garnish with shredded sharp cheddar cheese and fresh cilantro if desired.

Step 12

Serve hot with crusty bread, tortilla chips, or over cooked rice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2983.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3042.3

Total Fat 173.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 72.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.4g
Cholesterol 475.6mg	0%
Sodium 5498.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 231.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 69.3g	0%
Total Sugars 47.0g
Protein 158.3g	0%

Vitamin D 12IU	0%
Calcium 1081.8mg	0%
Iron 35.4mg	0%
Potassium 6677.7mg	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: 50.0%

Protein: 20.3%

Carbs: 29.7%