Chili con Carne

Chili con Carne is a classic dish that's big on flavor and so easy to make! Loaded with ground beef, bacon, tomatoes, peppers, onions, kidney beans, and a delicious blend of spices... it's hearty, flavorful, and oh so satisfying!

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Prep Time: 20

Cook Time: 1

Total Time: 1 20

Servings:

Calories: 460kcal

Author: Cathy Trochelman

Ingredients

2 pounds ground beef
1/2 pound bacon
1 large onion
1 large green pepper
4 cloves garlic minced
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 tablespoon cumin
2 teaspoons paprika
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon coriander
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
28 ounce can crushed tomatoes
1/2 cup beef broth
15 ounce can dark red kidney beans
1 bag TOSTITOS® Cantina Thin & Crispy

Instructions

Chop the bacon and fry it in a large pot over medium heat until crispy. Remove it from the pot, reserving 1-2 tablespoons of bacon grease. Set the bacon aside for later.
Add the chopped onion and chopped green pepper to the same large pot; saute it in the reserved bacon grease for 2-3 minutes. Add the minced garlic and saute for an additional 3-5 minutes until fragrant.
Add the ground beef to the sauteed veggies. Increase heat to medium-high and cook until the meat is browned. Drain the ground beef mixture and return it to the pan.
Add the seasonings and tomato paste and stir to combine.
Add the reserved bacon, tomatoes, beef stock, beans. Reduce heat to low and simmer for at least an hour.

Notes

Recipe variations:

Substitute chunks of chuck roast for the ground beef
Use ground turkey or ground chicken in place of beef
Omit the kidney beans for a more traditional chili con carne OR add more according to your tastes
Substitute diced tomatoes for the crushed tomatoes
Use any variety of bell pepper
Add additional seasonings, including oregano, black pepper, or cinnamon
Serve with any of your favorite toppings, including sliced jalapeños, sliced green onions, avocado, or crushed TOSTITOS® Cantina Thin & Crispy chips

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