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High-Protein Lean Beef Chili Recipe Easy Healthy Meal for Weight Loss

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A hearty and healthy lean beef chili packed with protein and fiber, perfect for weight loss and meal prep. This chili is quick to make, flavorful, and satisfying without heaviness.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450 g) lean ground beef (93% lean or higher)
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup chopped bell peppers (red or green)
  • 1 can (15 oz / 425 g) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (14.5 oz / 410 g) diced tomatoes, no salt added preferred
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 cup (240 ml) beef broth, low sodium preferred
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 lime, juiced (optional)
  • Fresh cilantro (optional garnish)

Instructions

  1. Chop 1 medium onion, mince 3 garlic cloves, and dice about 1 cup of bell peppers (5-7 minutes).
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add 1 pound lean ground beef and cook, breaking it up, until no longer pink (6-8 minutes). Season lightly with salt and pepper.
  3. Push beef to one side, add chopped onion, bell peppers, and garlic to the cleared side. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  4. Stir in 2 tablespoons chili powder, 1 tablespoon cumin, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, and 1 teaspoon oregano. Toast spices for about 1 minute.
  5. Add 1 can diced tomatoes and 2 tablespoons tomato paste. Stir well, scraping the bottom of the pot.
  6. Pour in 1 cup beef broth and add 1 can drained and rinsed black beans. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low and cover.
  7. Simmer on low for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add more broth or water if too thick.
  8. Taste and adjust salt, pepper, or chili powder. Optionally, squeeze juice of 1 lime and stir in fresh cilantro before serving.

Notes

Toast spices in hot oil or with softened veggies to unlock more flavor. Simmer chili low and slow for best flavor melding. Adjust thickness by simmering uncovered for last 10 minutes if desired. Taste before adding extra salt due to canned ingredients. For a vegetarian version, substitute beef with plant-based crumbles and use vegetable broth. Slow cooker method: brown beef and sauté veggies first, then cook on low 6-8 hours.

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