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    Chili Con Carne

    Published on July 2, 2022 - Updated on January 16, 2023 by Chef Rodney - Leave a Comment - This post may contain affiliate links.

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    chili con carne
    This classic chili con carne recipe is super easy to make. Simple ingredients and ready in about 1 hour. This one is a keeper for sure.
     
    chili con carne

    On my continued quest to find the perfect chili, I recently made this simple Chili Con Carne recipe. If you are looking for an easy-to-make chili recipe, this one is for you.

    ground beef bell pepper and onions

    Loosely translated "Chili Con Carne" means "chili with meat". This chili originated in northern Mexico or southern Texas and contains the usual ingredients you would expect in a chili: peppers, meat, tomatoes, beans and seasonings.

    meat and veggie mixture

    I already had a red bell pepper on hand when I made this chili recipe but you can use whatever you have handy. Each has its own flavor profile but it should not affect the overall flavor of this delicious chili.

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    If you prefer your chili to be a little "soupier" simply add a little more beef broth or even a little water. The 2 cups of broth I list on the recipe card is about the consistency you see in the pictures and how I like my chili. Personal preference.

    bowl of chili con carne

    🔥 How to Roast Poblano Peppers

    Roasting Poblano Peppers might be a challenge for some especially if you've never done it before. But don't stress, I wrote an article on 3 different ways on How to Roast Poblano Peppers.

    poblano peppers
    Poblano Pepper

    🌡️ How Hot are the Peppers

    The Scoville Scale is the measurement that tells you the spiciness of a given type of pepper.

    Pepper TypeScoville Rating (Heat)
    Bell Pepper0-0
    Banana Pepper0-500
    Poblano Pepper1000-1500
    Jalapeño Pepper2500-8000
    Serrano Peppers10,000-25,000
    Manzano Pepper12,000-30,000
    Tabasco & Cayenne30,000-50,000
    Habanero Pepper100,000-300,000
    Ghost Pepper855,000-1,000,000
    Carolina Reaper1,500,000-2,300,000

    Once roasted place the pepper in a Ziploc bag for a few minutes to let it sweat which will make it much easier to remove the outer skin. Just be careful as the pepper might still be very hot.

    chili con carne

    For more great recipes with Poblano Peppers, I suggest you check these recipes out:

    • chorizo quesadillas
      Crispy Chorizo Quesadillas
    • poblano ranch sauce
      Simple Poblano Ranch Sauce
    • sweet potato wraps
      Sweet Potato Wraps
    • cheesecake factory chicken chili
      Copycat Cheesecake Factory Chicken Chili

    📋 What Ingredients do I need

    You will need the following ingredients to make this Chili Con Carne recipe (see recipe card for quantities): Lean Ground Beef, Yellow Onion, Red Bell Pepper, Chili Powder, Ground Cumin, Diced Tomatoes, Cornmeal, Poblano Pepper, Beef Broth, Apple Cider Vinegar, Dried Oregano, Salt, Ground Black Pepper and Pinto Beans.

    🥣 How to make Chili Con Carne

    Add the beef to a large saucepan over medium-high heat and cook until no longer pink. Drain any fat.
    Add the onion and bell pepper and continue cooking over medium-high heat. Stir in the chili powder and the ground cumin. Mix till combined.
    Stir in the tomatoes, poblano pepper, apple cider vinegar, oregano and cornmeal. Let the chili simmer over low heat for 30 minutes stirring occasionally.
    Add the beef broth and beans to the chili and salt & pepper to taste. Let simmer for another 30 minutes.

    chili con carne

    Chili Con Carne

    This classic chili con carne recipe is super easy to make. Simple ingredients and ready in about 1 hour. This one is a keeper for sure.
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 1 hr
    Total Time 1 hr 10 mins
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine Mexican
    Servings 4
    Calories 458 kcal

    Ingredients
     

    • 1 ¼ lbs Lean Ground Beef
    • 1 large Yellow Onion, diced
    • 1 Red Bell Pepper, diced
    • 6 tablespoon Chili Powder
    • ½ teaspoon Ground Cumin
    • 15 oz Diced Tomatoes
    • 2 tablespoon Yellow Cornmeal
    • 1 Poblano Pepper, roasted, peeled and diced
    • 2 Cups Beef Broth
    • 1 tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar
    • ½ teaspoon Dried Oregano
    • 1 teaspoon Salt
    • Ground Black Pepper
    • 15 oz Pinto Beans, undrained

    GARNISHES;

    • 1 Scallions, sliced
    • Mexican Blend Cheese, shredded

    Instructions
     

    • Add the beef to a large saucepan over medium-high heat and cook until no longer pink. Drain any fat.
    • Add the onion and bell pepper and continue cooking over medium-high heat. Stir in the chili powder and the ground cumin. Mix till combined.
    • Stir in the tomatoes, poblano pepper, apple cider vinegar, oregano and cornmeal. Let the chili simmer over low heat for 30 minutes stirring occasionally.
    • Add the beef broth and beans to the chili and salt & pepper to taste. Let simmer for another 30 minutes.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 458kcalCarbohydrates: 49gProtein: 45gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 88mgSodium: 1476mgPotassium: 1657mgFiber: 17gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 4762IUVitamin C: 76mgCalcium: 165mgIron: 10mg

    Nutritional information provided for this recipe is based on 1 serving. This information is an estimate and may vary based on several factors. If nutritional information is important to you and your diet, please verify this recipe with a Registered Dietitian.

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