Spicy Sweet Chili Bowl
This Spicy Sweet Chili is a hearty dish packed with bold flavors and just the right touch of heat and sweetness. Made with ground beef, spices, and a hint of brown sugar, it’s perfect for a cozy dinner or meal prep.
Servings 4
Calories 294kcal
Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ cup finely chopped onion
- 2 large garlic cloves minced
- ½ medium green bell pepper chopped
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- ½ teaspoon chili pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- 28 ounces petite diced canned tomatoes
- 6 ounces tomato paste
- 2 cups water
- Shredded Cheddar Cheese
- Chopped Cilantro
- Chopped Avocado
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, cook beef, breaking up with a meat meat chopper, until well browned. Drain fat from skillet and discard.
- Add onion, garlic, green pepper, salt and pepper to the cooked beef and and cook for 3-5 minutes, until vegetables have softened.
- Using a wooden spoon, stir in chili powder, ground cumin, chili flakes, smoked paprika and brown sugar. Cook over heat for one minute, stirring constantly.
- Stir in the canned tomatoes, water, and tomato paste. Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes, uncovered.
- Serve topped with shredded colby cheese, chopped avocado, and chopped cilantro. (if using)
Nutrition
Calories: 294kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 31g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.4g | Cholesterol: 70mg | Sodium: 1333mg | Potassium: 1571mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 2522IU | Vitamin C: 42mg | Calcium: 129mg | Iron: 8mg | Net Carbohydrates: 23g
