How to Make Quick and Easy Stovetop Chili | Test Kitchen Secrets | GH

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is leaner and lower in calories.

canned tomatoes

🥗Healthier: fresh tomatoes

💰Cheaper: crushed tomatoes

Fresh tomatoes can be used for a fresher taste.

kidney beans

🥗Healthier: black beans

💰Cheaper: pinto beans

Black beans are nutritious and can be swapped for variety.

cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: green onions

Parsley provides a similar fresh flavor.

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

Add chopped onion and bell pepper; sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.

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

Add ground beef; cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon, about 5-7 minutes.

Drain excess fat if necessary; season with chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Stir in canned tomatoes with their juices and kidney beans; bring to a simmer.

Reduce heat to low; cover and cook for 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Add corn and cook for an additional 5 minutes until heated through.

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Serve hot, garnished with lime wedges and chopped cilantro.

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