"Don’t have all day for chili to simmer? No problem! This easy, hearty, healthier chili full of Mexican-inspired flavors is ready in 30 minutes! Perfect for busy weeknights!..."
INGREDIENTS
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1 to 2 tablespoons olive oil, optional based on how much fat your ground beef has
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1 to 1.25 pounds lean ground beef
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1 medium/large yellow onion, peeled and diced small
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4 to 5 cloves garlic, finely minced or pressed
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one 1.25-ounce packet taco seasoning (I used reduced sodium, medium heat)
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1 tablespoon cumin
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1 tablespoon chili powder
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1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, or to taste
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two 14.5-ounces cans petite diced tomatoes (I used no-salt added)
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one 15-ounce can black beans, drained and rinsed (I used no-salt added)
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one 15-ounce can red kidney beans, drained and rinsed (I used dark, no-salt added)
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one 4-ounce can diced green chiles (I used hot fire-roasted)
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1 cup corn (I used frozen straight from the freezer)
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32-ounces low-sodium chicken broth, or as desired
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kosher salt, to taste
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3 to 4 bay leaves
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pinch cayenne pepper, optional and to taste
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1/3 cup fresh cilantro finely minced, or to taste
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pinch sugar, optional and to taste
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lemon/lime juice, optional and to taste