One Step Chili Recipe

Name: One Step Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground beef; 1/4 cup chopped green pepper; 1 3/4 cups pinto beans, and liquid; 1 crushed garlic clove; 2 tablespoons chili powder; 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can cut up peeled whole tomatoes with juice; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon cumin; 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste; 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 1/2 cup chopped onion

Servings: persons

1 lb lean ground beef
1/4 cup chopped green pepper
1 3/4 cups pinto beans, and liquid
1 crushed garlic clove
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can cut up peeled whole tomatoes with juice
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/2 cup chopped onion

1
Microwave method: Combine all ingredients in microwave-safe 2 quart casserole. Cover, microwave on high 5 minutes. Stir to break up meat. Microwave additional 20 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes. Note: If beef is less lean. Microwave first and drain off excess fat.
2
Stovetop method: Brown beef with green peppers, onions, and spices. Drain excess fat. Add beans, tomatoes, and tomato paste and simmer until peppers and onions are tender, or longer. Use water or (salt free) beef broth if additional liquid is needed.
3
Vegetarian variation: Swap 1 lb. frozen vegetable mix (such as California blend) for the ground beef. Saute peppers and onion in 1 tablespoons vegetable oil along with the spices. When onions are clear, add vegetables along with tomatoes and tomato paste. Use vegetable broth or water if additional liquid is needed.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb lean ground beef, 1/4 cup chopped green pepper, 1 3/4 cups pinto beans, and liquid, 1 crushed garlic clove, and more.

Yes, One Step Chili falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

One Step Chili

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