Short-Cut Chili Con Carne

Jun 01, 2023June 1, 20230 1
Short-Cut Chili Con Carne recipe that takes no more than 30 minutes to prepare
in Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 lb lean ground beef
1 small onion , chopped
2 cloves garlic , sliced
1 teaspoon salt
1 -2 teaspoon chili powder
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
2 cans tomato sauce
2 cans kidney beans , drained

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4-6
Calories
400
Sugar
9g
Fat
10g
Chili con carne is a classic American dish, traditionally made with slow-cooked beef and a variety of spices, herbs, and vegetables. However, this short-cut chili recipe takes less time to prepare and is just as delicious. The ground beef, onion, and garlic are cooked in a skillet and then combined with tomato sauce and kidney beans to create a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. This chili is best served with shredded cheese, sour cream, and chopped cilantro.

Instructions

1.In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef, onion, and garlic until the beef is no longer pink and the onion is tender.
2.Add the salt, chili powder, bay leaf, Worcestershire sauce, tomato sauce, and kidney beans to the skillet and stir to combine.
3.Bring the mixture to a simmer, cover, and cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4.Remove the bay leaf before serving.

PROS

This recipe is easy and quick to make, taking no more than 30 minutes from start to finish.

The resulting chili is hearty and flavorful, perfect for a cold winter day.

CONS

This recipe is not vegetarian and is not suitable for individuals who do not eat beef or animal products.

It is also high in sodium due to the canned beans and tomato sauce.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The lean ground beef used in this recipe is a good source of protein and iron.
The kidney beans provide fiber and are known to help regulate blood sugar levels.

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