Pepperoni Pizza Chili

Get ready to satisfy your cravings with this hearty and irresistible Pepperoni Pizza Chili—where classic chili meets the bold, savory flavors of your favorite pizza! Packed with Italian-inspired ingredients like quartered pepperoni slices, garlic, crushed tomatoes, and a blend of aromatic herbs, this recipe transforms the comfort of chili into a show-stopping dish. Ground beef provides the rich base, while kidney beans add texture and substance. A finishing touch of melted mozzarella cheese gives each bowl a gooey, cheesy kick, reminiscent of a bubbling pizza fresh out of the oven. Perfect for game days, cozy dinners, or an effortless crowd-pleaser, this one-pot wonder is ready in under an hour and pairs beautifully with crusty bread or a crisp side salad. Don’t forget a sprinkle of fresh basil for a burst of brightness in every bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large yellow onion, diced
• 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 pound ground beef
• 6 ounces pepperoni slices, quartered
• 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
• 15 ounces tomato sauce
• 1 cup beef broth
• 15 ounces kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 0.25 cup fresh basil, chopped (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the diced onion and green bell pepper to the pot and sauté for 5 minutes, or until softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the ground beef to the pot and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Drain excess grease if necessary.

Step 5

Stir in the quartered pepperoni slices and cook for 2 minutes to release their flavor.

Step 6

Pour in the crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, and beef broth, stirring to combine.

Step 7

Add the drained kidney beans, Italian seasoning, dried oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.

Step 8

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

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Step 10

Before serving, stir in the shredded mozzarella cheese until melted and gooey.

Step 11

Ladle the chili into bowls and garnish with fresh chopped basil, if desired.

Step 12

Serve hot and enjoy your Pepperoni Pizza Chili!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3000.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3250.9

Total Fat 222.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 82.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 540.9mg	0%
Sodium 7906.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 153.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 40.6g	0%
Total Sugars 45.1g
Protein 171.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1487.8mg	0%
Iron 29.6mg	0%
Potassium 5332.2mg	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: 60.7%

Protein: 20.8%

Carbs: 18.5%