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Ultimate High Protein Chili

A close-up of a steaming white bowl filled with thick, rich high protein chili featuring ground meat and kidney beans.
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Make this hearty, high-protein chili using lean ground meat. It is simple to prepare and great for meal prepping.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 pound lean ground beef or ground turkey
  • 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
  • 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
  • 1 cup beef or chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the onion and bell pepper and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
  3. Add the ground meat to the pot. Break it up with a spoon and cook until browned. Drain off any excess fat.
  4. Stir in the chili powder, cumin, and oregano. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  5. Add the rinsed beans, crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, and broth. Stir well to combine all ingredients.
  6. Bring the mixture to a simmer. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it cook for at least 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. For deeper flavor, simmer for 1 hour.
  7. Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.

Notes

  • For a low carb option, omit the beans.
  • This chili freezes well for future meals. Cool completely before transferring to freezer-safe containers.
  • Serve with your favorite toppings like shredded cheese or a dollop of Greek yogurt for extra protein.

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