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Sweet and Spicy Chili

Sweet and Spicy Chili Recipe That Warms Your Soul in 30 Minutes

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A hearty sweet and spicy chili recipe with ground beef, beans, and a blend of seasonings for a flavorful dish.

  • Total Time: 3 hours 15 mins
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 1 large green pepper
  • 1 large sweet onion
  • 12 jalapeno peppers
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1 40 oz can red kidney beans
  • 1 28 oz can crushed tomatoes
  • 1 28 oz can tomato puree
  • 28 oz water
  • 2 lbs lean ground beef
  • 1/2 teaspoon coriander
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 11/2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon granulated garlic
  • 2 teaspoons honey
  • 1/2 cup mashed sweet potato (optional)
  • 3 tablespoons barbecue sauce

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet. Simmer onions and green peppers until tender.
  2. Transfer vegetables to a pot. Add ground beef and break it up.
  3. Add crushed tomatoes, tomato puree, and water.
  4. Add kidney beans with their water.
  5. Stir in mashed sweet potato (optional).
  6. Add all seasonings.
  7. Mix in honey and barbecue sauce.
  8. Cover and simmer for 2-3 hours, stirring occasionally.

Notes

  • Adjust jalapeno quantity for preferred spice level.
  • Mashed sweet potato adds sweetness and thickness but can be omitted.
  • Use homemade or store-bought barbecue sauce.
  • Author: Livia Reed
  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 3 hours
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 650mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 55mg