Description
A flavorful and hearty Lamb Chili recipe that combines ground lamb with aromatic spices, beans, and veggies for a satisfying meal. Perfect for a cozy night in or for feeding a crowd, this chili is packed with protein and fiber.
Ingredients
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For the Lamb Chili:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 ½ pounds ground lamb
- 1 large onion (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 red bell pepper (diced)
- 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans (drained and rinsed)
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans (drained and rinsed)
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ cup beef broth or water
Optional Toppings:
- sour cream
- chopped cilantro
- shredded cheese
- diced avocado
Instructions
- Heat olive oil: In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil.
- Cook lamb: Add ground lamb and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Sauté aromatics: Add diced onion, garlic, and red bell pepper, sauté until softened.
- Add spices: Stir in chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, cinnamon, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper; cook until fragrant.
- Combine ingredients: Add diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, kidney beans, black beans, and broth. Stir well.
- Simmer: Bring chili to a simmer, then reduce heat, cover, and cook for 30–40 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Adjust seasoning: Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve: Hot with optional toppings.
Notes
- For a spicier chili, increase red pepper flakes or add a chopped jalapeño.
- You can substitute ground lamb with lamb shoulder for a heartier texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ½ cups
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
