Ingredients

1 1/2 lbs coarse ground ground beef
1 1/2 lbs cubed chuck
3 slices bacon , thick sliced Diced
3 cups onions , diced
1/3 cup diced green bell pepper
1/3 cup diced red bell pepper
1/3 cup diced yellow bell pepper
2 tablespoons dried chipotle peppers ( rehydrated and pureed )
2 cans Mexican-style tomatoes ( like Rotel )
2 cans tomato sauce
4 tablespoons cumin
4 tablespoons dark chili powder
3 teaspoons beef bouillon granules
2 teaspoons dried chipotle powder
1 tablespoon tajin seasoning ( Chili-Lime )
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 lime , juice of
1 cup water , that you used to hydrate dried chipotles ( if not bitter )
4 cans black beans , drained and rinsed
Looking for a hearty and filling dinner option that will warm you up on a cold night? Look no further than the K-Jon Black Bean Chipotle-Lime Chili. This chili is made with a mixture of ground beef, cubed chuck, and bacon for a nice blend of textures. The addition of chipotle peppers and tajin seasoning provide a nice kick of flavor that will satisfy your taste buds. Served hot with a sprinkle of shredded cheese and a dollop of sour cream, this chili is the perfect dinner option for those looking for a comforting and satisfying meal.

Instructions

1.In a large pot over medium heat, brown the ground beef, chuck, and bacon until fully cooked.
2.Add in the onions and bell peppers, cooking until softened.
3.Add in the rehydrated and pureed chipotle peppers, Mexican-style tomatoes, tomato sauce, cumin, chili powder, beef bouillon granules, chipotle powder, tajin seasoning, smoked paprika, lime juice, and water from the hydrated chipotles.
4.Bring the chili to a boil and then reduce heat to low and simmer for at least 1 hour.
5.Add in the black beans and cook for an additional 30 minutes.
6.Serve hot, topped with shredded cheese and a dollop of sour cream if desired.

PROS

The K-Jon Black Bean Chipotle-Lime Chili is a hearty, filling meal that is perfect for a cold night.

The chipotle peppers and tajin seasoning give this chili a nice kick of flavor.

Using ground beef and cubed chuck provides a nice mix of textures.

CONS

This chili is high in calories and fat due to the use of ground beef, chuck, and bacon.

The rehydrated chipotle peppers can be difficult to find in some grocery stores.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this chili is not particularly healthy due to its high calorie and fat content, it does contain black beans which are high in fiber and protein.
The chipotle peppers have been shown to have anti-inflammatory properties and to potentially aid in weight loss.

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