Best Steak Chili Recipe

beef steak

🥗Healthier: lean ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Ground turkey is lower in fat, while ground beef is often less expensive.

kidney beans

🥗Healthier: canned chickpeas

💰Cheaper: canned pinto beans

Chickpeas offer a different texture and flavor, while pinto beans are often cheaper.

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add diced bell peppers and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Increase heat to medium-high and add cubed beef steak; brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

Sprinkle chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt, and black pepper over the beef; stir to coat evenly.

Pour in diced tomatoes and beef broth; bring to a simmer.

Add kidney beans and black beans; stir to combine.

Reduce heat to low and cover; simmer for at least 1 hour, stirring occasionally.

If desired, add chopped jalapeños for extra heat; simmer for an additional 15 minutes.

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed before serving.

Serve hot with lime wedges on the side.

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