This was a super easy and quick dinner meal to prepare. A little twist on traditional chili with tomatoes, this Chili Verde uses salsa verde, which is a green salsa. I do make my own salsa verde and keep some on hand, but salsa verde in a jar will work as well (just check the ingredients and make sure there are not a lot of additives or salt). This Chili Verde is not a ’spicy’ chili, and you could certainly add a sliced jalapeno for a little extra kick.
The total prep/cook time was about 30 minutes, and because the recipe made 4 servings, I had enough for lunch the next day. Beats a sandwich any day of the week!
Simple And Delicious Chili Verde
This is an authentic Mexican chili verde made with salsa verde, which is a green salsa, and ground beef. Perfect for cool and rainy days!
Ingredients
1 pound ground beef (minced beef)
1 large green pepper (green capsicum) - chopped
1 medium red onion - chopped
3 cloves garlic - diced
1 tablespoon chili powder (chilli powder in British English)
2 teaspoons cumin
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper - or to taste- 1 jar salsa verde - or make your own
1 can pinto beans - drained and rinsed
8 tablespoons cheddar cheese - shredded, or Mexican blend cheese
Instructions
- In a large skillet, brown ground beef and drain any fat.
- Add onion, garlic and bell pepper and spices.
- Cook until vegetables are tender.
- Add the salsa verde and pinto beans.
- Heat thoroughly and serve.
- Top with some of the chopped red onions, chips, olives, corn, sliced jalapeno, and 2 tablespoons of reduced-fat cheese if desired.
Nutrition
Calories: 216kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 29gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.4gCholesterol: 73mgSodium: 575mgPotassium: 618mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1994IUVitamin C: 66mgCalcium: 99mgIron: 4mg
How did this recipe turn out for you?We’re eager to hear your thoughts!
