Italian Style Chili

Warm, hearty, and bursting with Mediterranean flavors, this Italian Style Chili is a delicious twist on the classic comfort dish. Combining savory ground beef and Italian sausage with robust herbs like basil and oregano, it’s infused with the rustic charm of Italy. Creamy cannellini and hearty kidney beans add substance, while a medley of diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and aromatic garlic creates a rich and flavorful base. Simmered to perfection and topped with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley, this crowd-pleasing chili is perfect for cozy family dinners or a game-day gathering. Ready in under an hour, it’s a one-pot wonder that delivers bold Italian-inspired taste in every spoonful.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 pound ground beef
• 0.5 pound Italian sausage, casing removed
• 1 large onion, diced
• 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
• 28 ounces diced tomatoes, canned
• 15 ounces tomato sauce
• 1 cup beef broth
• 15 ounces cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
• 15 ounces red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 cup parmesan cheese, grated (for garnish)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the ground beef and Italian sausage to the pot. Cook, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until browned, about 7-8 minutes. Drain any excess grease.

Step 3

Add the diced onion and red bell pepper to the pot. Sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, stirring frequently to avoid burning.

Step 5

Pour in the canned diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and beef broth. Stir well to combine.

Step 6

Add the cannellini beans and red kidney beans to the pot.

Step 7

Season with dried basil, dried oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Stir everything together.

Step 8

Bring the chili to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer uncovered for 30 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary.

Step 10

Serve the chili warm in bowls, and garnish with grated parmesan cheese and chopped fresh parsley.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3428.6 grams (3428.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3644

Total Fat 225.90g	290%
Saturated Fat 85.60g	428%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 569mg	190%
Sodium 9378mg	408%
Total Carbohydrate 204.20g	74%
Dietary Fiber 56.40g	201%
Total Sugars 39.30g
Protein 217.40g	435%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1979mg	152%
Iron 31mg	173%
Potassium 6033mg	128%

*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: 54.7%

Protein: 23.4%

Carbs: 22.0%