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Hallelujah Chili

Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Servings 6

Ingredients

  • 1 med onion, diced (about 1 cup)
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 large green pepper, chopped
  • 2 pounds ground beef (can sub turkey)
  • 1 16 oz can pinto beans, drained
  • 1 16 oz can tomato sauce
  • 1 16oz can chopped tomatoes
  • 1 4 oz can green chiles
  • 1 1/2 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon oregano (can sub basil)
  • 1/4 teaspoon chili sauce (I like Cholula)
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon canned chipotle chile, chopped (optional ingredient!)

Instructions

  • In a Dutch oven or 6 quart pot heat 1 tablespoon of oil until shimmering. Add in onions and saute until translucent, about 5-8 minutes. Add in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute. Then add green pepper and saute for about 2 more minutes or until green pepper just begins to soften.
  • Add ground beef and cook over med-high heat until browned. Drain off any drippings from the meat.
  • Add the remaining ingredients. Stir together. Bring to a boil, and then simmer for 20-30 minutes.