Description
Discover an easy diabetic chili recipe that’s packed with flavor, hearty, and perfectly suited for managing blood sugar. This comforting meal is simple to prepare and stores wonderfully for future enjoyment.
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb lean ground turkey or beef (93/7 or leaner)
- 1 large yellow onion, diced
- 1 large bell pepper (any color), diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 28 oz can crushed tomatoes (no added sugar)
- 15 oz can diced tomatoes (no added sugar)
- 6 oz can tomato paste (no added sugar)
- 15 oz can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
- 15 oz can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tbsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt (or to taste)
- 1/4 tsp black pepper (or to taste)
- Optional: 1 chipotle pepper in adobo, minced (for heat)
- Optional: 1 small can diced green chiles (for mild flavor)
Instructions
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add ground meat and brown, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain any excess fat.
- Add diced onion and bell pepper to the pot. Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5-7 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in tomato paste and cook for 1-2 minutes. Add crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, rinsed beans, low-sodium broth, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, and optional chipotle or green chiles. Stir well to combine.
- Bring the chili to a gentle simmer. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for at least 30 minutes (up to 1 hour) for flavors to meld. Stir occasionally.
- Taste and adjust seasonings as needed, adding more salt, pepper, or a pinch of cayenne for extra heat. Serve hot with your favorite low-carb toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 45 mins