Beef and Bean Chili Verde
This recipe blends flavors and packs a nutritional punch as a source of iron, vitamin C, and fiber. Bell pepper, onion, and tomatoes bring color to the dish.
![Beef and Bean Chili Verde](/img/67190c65-a37d-475e-bd49-aaa6cfad1436/Chili-Verde_A.jpg?fm=png&crop=3000%2C2000%2C0%2C0&w=960)
Temperature: | Low-medium heat |
Serving size: | 1 – 1 1/2 cup |
Prep time: | 5 minutes |
Cook time: | 30 minutes |
Total time: | 35 minutes |
Equipment: | Cutting board Can opener Colander Large saucepan |
Utensils: | Knife Wooden mixing spoon Measuring cups and spoons |
Brown rice
Ingredients
10 ounces lean (85% or leaner) ground beef OR pork
1 bell pepper, chopped
1 large onion, chopped
1 14.5 ounce can no salt added diced tomatoes with liquid
6 cloves garlic, minced OR 2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon chili powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 3/4 cups salsa verde OR 1 16 ounce jar enchilada sauce
1 15 ounce can no salt added (pinto or kidney) beans, rinsed and drained
1 15 ounce can no salt added corn, rinsed and drained
2 cups spinach OR kale (optional)
Instructions
- Before you begin, wash your hands, surfaces, utensils, and vegetables.
- Cook meat in saucepan until brown. Drain fat.
- While meat is cooking, chop bell pepper and onion. If adding kale, tear or chop into bite size pieces.
- Add garlic, chili powder and cumin to saucepan. Cook about 15 seconds, until fragrant.
- Add bell pepper, onion and tomatoes. Cook over medium heat for 8-10 minutes or until onion is softened. Stir frequently.
- Stir in salsa. Increase heat to high and bring mixture to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer on low heat for 10-15 minutes. Stir occasionally.
- Add beans and corn. Add spinach or kale if using. Cook until heated through.
Tips
- Save money by shopping your pantry first! This recipe is good with fresh, frozen, and/or canned versions of veggies. Try using what you have on hand to change up the recipe.
Ingredients
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What goes in Beef and Bean Chili Verde?
![White Onion](/img/da7d9b50-5024-498a-bfc1-4a9b42c138f3/White_Onion.png?fm=png&crop=133%2C133%2C0%2C0)
![Red Bell Pepper](/img/7148dbbf-56bb-4f70-a93c-54ad05b09931/red-bell-pepper.png?fm=png&crop=133%2C133%2C0%2C0)
![Canned Corn](/img/a1236567-0841-45d1-a443-7f8169ec2682/Canned_Corn.png?fm=png&crop=133%2C133%2C0%2C0)
![Canned Diced Tomatoes](/img/d0987054-6259-454b-b547-92f01a55f5fa/Canned_Diced_Tomatoes.png?fm=png&crop=133%2C133%2C0%2C0)
![Pinto Beans](/img/a3bb3c22-e117-4157-9c0a-30f495d7497d/Pinto_Beans.png?fm=png&crop=133%2C133%2C0%2C0)