Description
Hearty Cheesy Enchilada Chili blends Mexican and American comfort food traditions with rich, bold flavors. Spicy ground beef, melted cheese, and zesty seasonings create a satisfying meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound (454 grams) ground beef
- 1 cup (150 grams) pinto beans or black beans
- 1 cup (150 grams) frozen corn
Seasoning and Flavor Enhancers:
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 1 jar Tostitos Salsa Con Queso
- 1 can fire roasted diced green chilis
Liquid and Creamy Components:
- 1 can potato soup
- 1 1/4 cups (300 milliliters) sour cream
- 1 1/4 cups (300 milliliters) beef broth
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) chicken broth
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) water
Instructions
- Sear the ground beef in a skillet, ensuring a golden-brown exterior and thoroughly cooking through. Sprinkle taco seasoning and incorporate water, allowing the liquid to fully absorb.
- Transfer the seasoned meat into a robust pot, creating a hearty base for the chili. Pour in salsa, potato soup, and sour cream, whisking until the mixture achieves a smooth, creamy consistency.
- Incorporate vibrant green chilis, sweet corn kernels, and protein-rich pinto or black beans. Gently fold ingredients to distribute evenly throughout the developing chili.
- Elevate the temperature, bringing the mixture to a rolling boil. Immediately reduce heat, allowing the chili to simmer gently, developing deep, complex flavors. Stir periodically to prevent scorching and ensure uniform heating.
- Ladle the steaming chili into serving bowls. Accompany with crisp tortilla chips or crunchy Fritos. For adventurous palates, garnish with sliced jalapeños to intensify the dish’s spicy profile.
Notes
- Customize meat choices by swapping ground beef with ground turkey, chicken, or plant-based crumbles for diverse dietary preferences.
- Control spice levels by selecting mild or hot taco seasoning and adjusting salsa heat intensity to suit personal taste.
- Enhance protein content by adding extra beans or incorporating diced rotisserie chicken for a more substantial meal.
- Boost vegetable variety by including bell peppers, zucchini, or spinach to increase nutritional value and create more complex flavor profiles.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch, Appetizer
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 1200 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg