Sweet Chili

Warm up your kitchen with this Sweet Chili recipe, a delectable twist on a hearty classic that perfectly balances savory, smoky, and subtly sweet flavors. Featuring ground beef, tender kidney and black beans, vibrant red bell peppers, and an intriguing hint of sweetness from brown sugar and soy sauce, this dish is a flavor-packed comfort food that’s sure to impress. A medley of spices like chili powder, cumin, and a touch of cayenne pepper give it just the right amount of heat, while apple cider vinegar adds an irresistible tangy depth. Ready in just an hour, this recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings, serving up to six generous portions. Garnish with shredded cheese or a dollop of sour cream for that final touch, and enjoy a bowl of chili that’s equal parts cozy and bold.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
• 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 15 ounces canned kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 15 ounces canned black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup sweet corn kernels, drained
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 cup water

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the ground beef and cook until it starts to brown, breaking it up with a wooden spoon.

Step 3

Add chopped onion, minced garlic, and diced red bell pepper to the pot. Cook until the vegetables are tender and the onion is translucent.

Step 4

Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, drained kidney beans, drained black beans, and sweet corn.

Step 5

Season with chili powder, cumin, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.

Step 6

Add brown sugar, soy sauce, and apple cider vinegar to the pot, stirring to combine.

Step 7

Pour in the water and bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 8

Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and allow the chili to simmer uncovered for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 9

Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary before serving.

Step 10

Serve hot with your choice of toppings such as shredded cheese, sour cream, or chopped green onions.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2556.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2771.6

Total Fat 139.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 44.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.2g
Cholesterol 321.3mg	0%
Sodium 5941.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 244.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 68.8g	0%
Total Sugars 54.4g
Protein 141.4g	0%

Vitamin D 28.1IU	0%
Calcium 606.9mg	0%
Iron 32.1mg	0%
Potassium 5433.2mg	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: 44.9%

Protein: 20.2%

Carbs: 34.9%