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High Protein Chili Served

High Protein Chili

This high protein chili is hearty, flavorful, and packed with beans and lean meat—perfect for meal prep or a cozy, healthy dinner.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Course dinner, Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Slow Cooker
  • 1 Skillet non-stick
  • 1 Cutting Board

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb Lean ground beef
  • 1 lb Lean ground turkey
  • 2 cloves Garlic diced
  • 1/2 large Yellow onion or red onion, diced
  • 1 Red bell pepper diced
  • 1 tbsp Olive oil for sautéing
  • 1 can Tomato sauce
  • 1 tbsp Tomato paste
  • 1 can Chili beans
  • 1 can Kidney beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 can Green chilies 10 oz can
  • 1 cup Beef broth or chicken broth
  • 1 cup Water adjust for desired consistency
  • 1/2 tsp Cayenne pepper adjust for medium heat
  • 1.5 tbsp Chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp Paprika
  • Salt + pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Sauté the onion, bell pepper, and meat in a skillet first.
  • Transfer to a slow cooker, add the remaining ingredients, stir well.
  • Cook on low for 6–8 hours or high for 3–4 hours.

Notes

Nutrition facts are estimated and based on exact ingredients used. Substitutions will change the nutritional information.
Keyword high protein