Spicy Chili Con Carne

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A hearty, smoky chili made with slow-cooked ground beef, beans, and smoky spices for a comforting meal. This Mexican recipe, ready in about 55 minutes, pairs ground beef, onion, bell peppers for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 300 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 40 min Serves 6 Mexican cuisine 300 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1 diced onion and 1 diced bell pepper. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened.
  2. Step 2: Add 1 lb ground beef and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned. Stir in 2 cans diced tomatoes, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp smoked paprika, and 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper. Bring to a simmer.
  3. Step 3: Cook for 20-25 minutes until the mixture thickens and the flavors meld. Serve with cooked rice or cornbread.

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