Brown Sugar Chili

Cozy up with a bowl of hearty and flavorful Brown Sugar Chili, a delicious twist on the classic comfort food favorite. This recipe perfectly balances savory spices like cumin, smoked paprika, and chili powder with just a touch of sweetness from brown sugar, creating a rich and deeply satisfying flavor profile. Tender ground beef (or ground turkey as a lighter alternative) is combined with kidney and pinto beans, crushed tomatoes, and a hint of ground cinnamon for a unique warming note. Ready in just one hour, this one-pot meal is a breeze to prepare and makes an ideal weeknight dinner or game-day crowd-pleaser. Top it off with shredded cheese, a dollop of sour cream, and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro for the ultimate finishing touch. Whether you're craving something smoky, spicy, or slightly sweet, this Brown Sugar Chili is a must-try dish that will quickly become a household favorite. Perfect for meal prepping or feeding a hungry family, it's comfort food at its finest!

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 pound ground beef (or ground turkey as an alternative)
• 1 tablespoon ground cumin
• 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 0.25 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
• 3 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 cup beef or chicken broth
• 15 ounces kidney beans (drained and rinsed)
• 15 ounces pinto beans (drained and rinsed)
• 3 tablespoons brown sugar
• 0 optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped green onions, fresh cilantro

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the olive oil.

Step 2

Once the oil is hot, add the diced onion and sauté until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the ground beef (or turkey) to the pot. Break it apart with a spatula and cook until browned, about 7-8 minutes. Drain any excess fat if necessary.

Step 5

Stir in the cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, ground cinnamon, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1-2 minutes to toast the spices.

Step 6

Add the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and broth. Stir until well combined.

Step 7

Add the kidney beans and pinto beans to the pot, mixing them in.

Step 8

Stir in the brown sugar, ensuring it dissolves into the mixture.

Step 9

Bring the chili to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 10

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed (e.g., more salt or chili powder).

Step 11

Serve hot with your desired toppings, such as shredded cheese, sour cream, green onions, or fresh cilantro.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2664.4 grams (2664.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2764

Total Fat 136.00g	174%
Saturated Fat 47.80g	239%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 393mg	131%
Sodium 3156mg	137%
Total Carbohydrate 250.30g	91%
Dietary Fiber 69.30g	248%
Total Sugars 64.70g
Protein 147.70g	295%

Vitamin D 6IU	30%
Calcium 888mg	68%
Iron 41mg	229%
Potassium 6596mg	140%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.5%

Protein: 21.0%

Carbs: 35.6%