Italian Style Chili

Gluten Free
Health score
20%
Italian Style Chili
45 min.
6
357kcal

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If you're looking to warm up your dinner table with a hearty and flavorful dish, look no further than this Italian Style Chili! Combining the robust flavors of classic chili with the beloved taste of Italian comfort food, this recipe is a delightful fusion that will leave your taste buds dancing. Ready in just 45 minutes, it's perfect for busy weeknights when you crave something satisfying yet easy to prepare.

This gluten-free chili features a rich blend of lean ground beef, kidney beans, and a medley of aromatics, all simmered in a luscious three-cheese spaghetti sauce. The addition of pepperoni gives it an unexpected twist, adding a savory depth that elevates the dish from ordinary to extraordinary. With every spoonful, you’ll enjoy the comforting warmth and a hint of spice, striking a perfect balance that’s sure to please everyone at the table.

Garnished with melted cheddar cheese, this Italian Style Chili not only tastes great but is also visually appealing, making it a standout meal for lunch or dinner. Whether you’re feeding a crowd or simply treating yourself, this dish is bound to become a favorite that you'll return to time and time again. So gather your ingredients, turn on your pot, and let the aromas fill your kitchen—dinner will be served in no time!

Ingredients

  • tablespoon beef bouillon from cube 
  • 14.5 ounce kidney beans drained and rinsed canned
  • ounce mushrooms sliced canned
  • 14.5 ounce canned tomatoes diced canned
  • tablespoon chili powder 
  • pound ground beef lean
  • 0.8 cup onion chopped
  • ounces pepperoni sliced
  • cup cheddar cheese shredded for garnish
  • 26 ounce three cheese spaghetti sauce 
  • teaspoons sugar 
  • 1.5 cups water 

Equipment

  • pot

Directions

  1. Crumble ground beef into a large stock pot over medium-high heat.
  2. Add onions, and cook, stirring, until beef is evenly browned.
  3. Drain grease, if necessary.
  4. Pour in the spaghetti sauce, water, sugar, tomatoes, mushrooms, pepperoni, bouillon, chili powder and kidney beans. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer uncovered for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, to blend flavors.

Nutrition Facts

Calories357kcal
Protein32.03%
Fat38.42%
Carbs29.55%

Properties

Glycemic Index
47.85
Glycemic Load
8.4
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
24.521304379339%

Flavonoids

Isorhamnetin
1mg
Kaempferol
0.13mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
4.06mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:356.73kcal
17.84%
Fat:15.64g
24.06%
Saturated Fat:7.17g
44.8%
Carbohydrates:27.07g
9.02%
Net Carbohydrates:19.04g
6.92%
Sugar:11.43g
12.7%
Cholesterol:74.87mg
24.96%
Sodium:1285.62mg
55.9%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:29.34g
58.69%
Phosphorus:401.18mg
40.12%
Zinc:5.88mg
39.22%
Vitamin B3:7.53mg
37.63%
Selenium:24.3µg
34.71%
Vitamin B6:0.69mg
34.26%
Vitamin B12:2.02µg
33.63%
Potassium:1126.63mg
32.19%
Fiber:8.03g
32.13%
Iron:5.31mg
29.49%
Manganese:0.59mg
29.34%
Copper:0.52mg
25.77%
Vitamin A:1263.67IU
25.27%
Vitamin B2:0.41mg
24.3%
Vitamin E:3.6mg
24.03%
Calcium:215.13mg
21.51%
Magnesium:83.56mg
20.89%
Vitamin C:16.94mg
20.53%
Vitamin B1:0.24mg
16.28%
Vitamin B5:1.52mg
15.24%
Folate:52.47µg
13.12%
Vitamin K:12.6µg
12%
Vitamin D:0.35µg
2.33%
Source:Allrecipes