Beef Chili Recipe
This Beef Chili Recipe delivers 35g protein and 562 calories per serving — a filling option that sustains energy through long training sessions. Quick stovetop prep yields 8 servings, making it one of our most efficient batch meals for consistent macro tracking. Built for lifters who need high volume with moderate protein density to stay full while hitting their numbers.
Ingredients
- •Olive oil(15g)
Regular (not extra-virgin) olive oil for high-heat cooking. EVOO for dressings.
- •Yellow Onion
- •Bell Pepper
- •JalapeñO Pepper
- •Garlic(30g)
- •80/20 Ground Beef(907g)
- •Cumin, Ground(30g)
- •Chili powder(30g)
- •Paprika, Smoked(10g)
- •1 teaspoon salt
- •Cayenne Pepper, Ground(10g)
- •Tomato, Canned, Crushed(397g)
- •Tomato Sauce(425g)
- •Low Sodium Beef Broth(480g)
- •Beans, Kidney, Canned, Drained(794g)
- •Beans, Black, Canned, Drained(397g)
- •Sour Cream(15g)
Regular or fat-free both work. Fat-free is thinner but saves ~40 cal/serving.
- •Cheddar Cheese
- •JalapeñO Pepper(15g)
- •Green Onion (Scallion)(15g)
- •Cilantro, Fresh(15g)
Instructions
- 1Heat oil in large heavy-based pot (or casserole pot) over medium-high heat. Add onions and sauté until transparent, then add the green peppers (or capsicum), jalapeños and garlic; sautéing for a further minute, until the garlic is fragrant.
- 2Add beef and cook until browned, breaking up any big chunks with the end of your wooden spoon. Stir in the cumin, chili powder, paprika and salt and mix through until beef is fully coated in the seasonings.
- 3Mix in the crushed tomatoes along with the juices, the tomato sauce (or soup), broth and beans. Bring to a boil, then lower heat and allow to simmer while stirring occasionally, until the chili thickens (about 30 minutes).
- 4Ladle into individual bowls, and top with sour cream, grated cheese, sliced jalapeños, chopped green onions, and/or cilantro.
Nutrition — Per Serving
562
calories
35g
protein
29g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 44g
- Saturated fat
- 9.5g
- Sodium
- 952 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 9.9g
8 servings per batch · ~448g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Beef Chili Recipe have per serving?
Each serving contains 35g of protein and 562 calories with 29g fat and 44g carbs. The balanced macro split makes it a versatile option across different training phases.
How long does Beef Chili Recipe take to prep?
Quick prep time yields 8 servings in a single batch on the stovetop, maximizing efficiency for weekly meal prep. You're distributing prep time across 8 meals when batch cooking.
Is Beef Chili Recipe good for muscle gain?
At 35g protein and 562 calories per serving, Beef Chili supports muscle gain phases with moderate protein and balanced carbohydrates for training fuel. The 44g carbs per serving provide glycogen support for strength sessions.
