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Ultimate High Protein Ground Beef and Bean Chili

Close-up of a steaming bowl of rich, hearty high protein chili topped with sour cream and fresh parsley.
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This hearty chili uses lean ground beef and beans to deliver over 30 grams of protein per serving. It is a filling, flavorful dish perfect for weeknight dinners or batch meal preparation. This recipe is naturally gluten-free and offers satisfying comfort food flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean or higher)
  • 1 large yellow onion, chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
  • 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 3 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, or to taste
  • Optional toppings: shredded cheese, Greek yogurt, chopped cilantro

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the ground beef to the pot and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until fully browned. Drain off any excess grease.
  3. Add the chopped onion and bell pepper to the pot with the beef. Cook until the vegetables soften, about 5 to 7 minutes.
  4. Stir in the minced garlic, chili powder, cumin, oregano, and smoked paprika. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Add the rinsed beans, crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, and beef broth to the pot. Stir well to combine all ingredients.
  6. Bring the mixture to a simmer. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot partially, and let the chili cook for at least 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. For deeper flavor, simmer for 1 hour.
  7. Taste the chili and adjust the salt and pepper as needed.
  8. Serve hot with your preferred toppings. This chili is excellent for meal prep and freezes well.

Notes

  • To make this a high protein turkey chili, substitute the ground beef with 2 pounds of lean ground turkey.
  • For a low carb chili variation, omit the beans and add 1 cup of diced zucchini during the last 15 minutes of cooking.
  • This recipe is naturally gluten free, making it a safe choice for many diets.

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