A hearty chili without the beans — just meat, tomatoes, spices, and the simmer time it takes for everything to come together.

Freezes perfectly in individual portions, which makes it a solid base for effortless weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

  • 2 lb ground beef
  • 1 can diced tomatoes
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • Beef broth as needed

Steps

  • Sauté the onion and pepper 5 minutes.
  • Add the beef, cook until browned.
  • Add the tomatoes and spices.
  • Simmer 25 minutes covered, adding broth if too thick.
  • Adjust seasoning and serve.
Per serving1/6 recipe
Fat18 g
Protein27 g
Net carbs8 g
Calories302 kcal

Our tips

Make a double batch — the chili tastes even better reheated the next day, once the flavors have had time to settle.