Chili Con Carne

Prep: 15 min Cook: 120 min Serves: 8 Cuisine: Mexican

Chili Con Carne is a hearty and flavorful dish that combines ground beef, beans, and spices for a warming meal. Its rich tomato base and robust chili seasoning create a perfect balance of savory and spicy notes. Ideal for family gatherings or game day, this crowd-pleaser is satisfying and easy to make.

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Ingredients

  • 3 lb. ground beef
  • 2 yellow onions
  • 2 cans tomato sauce
  • 2 to 3 c. water
  • 3 cans kidney beans
  • 5 Tbsp. chili powder
  • 1 pkg. chili seasoning
  • salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Brown onions and ground beef in a large pot; drain excess fat.
  2. Add tomato sauce, water, kidney beans, chili powder, and chili seasoning to the pot.
  3. Simmer the mixture until heated through, adjusting spices like salt, Tabasco, and red pepper to taste.
  4. Serve hot. The flavors develop even more if enjoyed the next day.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

338 kcal 17% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 16.8g 34% DV
Total Fat 13.4g 17% DV
Carbs 44.9g 16% DV
Fiber 18.4g 66% DV
Sugar 5.4g 11% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 11589mg 100% DV
Potassium 1016mg 22% DV
Cholesterol 17.8mg 6% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 377.3mcg 42% DV
Vitamin C 5mg 6% DV
Vitamin D 0mcg
Calcium 139.8mg 11% DV
Iron 8.2mg 46% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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