Description
This Sweet Italian Sausage Chili is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cozy dinner. Packed with sweet Italian sausage, beans, and savory spices, this chili is sure to be a family favorite. Serve it with cornbread or over rice for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
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Sweet Italian Sausage Chili:
- 1 lb sweet Italian sausage (casings removed)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion (diced)
- 1 green bell pepper (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans (drained and rinsed)
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans (drained and rinsed)
- 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ½ cup water or beef broth
- Chopped cilantro or green onions for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add diced onion, bell pepper, and garlic, and sauté for 4–5 minutes until vegetables are soft.
- Stir in chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper, and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the tomato paste and stir to coat the mixture.
- Pour in diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, beans, and water or broth. Stir to combine.
- Bring the chili to a simmer, then reduce heat to low and cook uncovered for 25–30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened and flavorful.
- Serve hot with your favorite toppings.
Add the sweet Italian sausage and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned and fully cooked.
Notes
- For a spicier version, use hot Italian sausage or add cayenne pepper to taste.
- This chili pairs well with cornbread or over rice.
- It also tastes even better the next day after the flavors meld.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 23 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 7 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
