$3.33 a serving · 50 min
- One pan
- Makes leftovers
- Gluten-free
- Dairy-free
- Nut-free
- High protein
- PCOS-friendly
- Anti-inflammatory
- Thyroid-friendly
- Comfort food
- Family friendly
- Mexican-inspired
- Spicy
- Beef
Cost is the ingredients you actually use. About $13.31 if you cook for four.
- Protein
- 33g
- Carbs
- 72g
- Time
- 50 min
Ingredients
Per serving, grouped the way the store is laid out.
Produce
- Onions1
- Bell peppers1
Meat & seafood
- Ground beef4 oz
Pantry
- Kidney beans (can)1
- Canned diced tomatoes1
- Rice3 oz
- Vegetable oil1 tsp
Spices
- Ground cumin1 tsp
- Smoked paprika1 tsp
- Red pepper flakes1 tsp
How to cook it
- 1
Brown the beef with onion and pepper. Add cumin, paprika and chili flakes.
- 2
Stir in tomatoes and beans. Simmer 25 minutes.
- 3
Cook the rice. Serve the chili over it.
People also ask
- What to serve with Beef chili with rice?
- Lemon garlic chicken sheet-pan, Chicken fajitas, or Thai green chicken curry. Those sit in the same style as Beef chili with rice and keep the grocery list from exploding.
- Can you meal prep Beef chili with rice?
- Yes. Beef chili with rice holds for 3–4 days in the fridge. Cook a double batch and lunch is already done. beef and the sides reheat without falling apart.
- How long does Beef chili with rice last in the fridge?
- 3–4 days sealed. Freeze leftover portions for up to a month if you made a big batch.
- Is Beef chili with rice gluten-free?
- Yes. Beef chili with rice is gluten free.
- Is Beef chili with rice dairy-free?
- Yes. Beef chili with rice is dairy free.
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