For a quick, healthy, protein and fiber packed meal pick up these simple ingredients next time you are at the grocery store and enjoy a delicious meal that the whole family will love.
Ingredients:
1 large can (16oz) diced tomatoes
1 large can (16oz) tomato sauce
3 cans (8 oz each) of any of these types of beans: black beans, kidney beans, pinto beans, or chili beans. I would suggest using 1 can each of black, kidney, and chili beans, but it depends on your preference as well.
1 small can (6 oz) tomato paste
1 pound extra-lean, ground meat (may use beef, turkey, or chicken, depending on preference)
1 small can (1 or 2 oz) diced green chili’s
Chili powder, amount dependent on preference
Additional add-ins (optional)
1 can (8oz) corn
1 small jalapeño, diced
Cooking directions:
In a separate skillet, cook ground meat. In a separate large cooking pot, or crock pot, add all other ingredients (drain all cans of beans prior to combining in cooking pot). Add cooked meat to the rest of the chili. If cooking stovetop, cook on medium heat for 30-40minutes. If cooking in a crockpot, leave on medium heat for 2-3 hours. When finished cooking, let cool and serve with a tablespoon of melted cheddar or mozzarella cheese on top. Enjoy with a side salad, baked potato, and fresh fruit for a complete meal. Feeds 6-7 people.
Nutritional value per 2 cup serving (approximate):
300 calories, 27g protein, 37g carbohydrates, 5g fat
