Comforting Beef and Chicken Chili
A warm, gently spiced chili featuring a dual-protein blend of ground chicken and ground beef simmered with tomatoes and mild aromatics. Easy on GLP-1 digestion while delivering high-quality protein to support lean muscle and steady energy.
Prep
10 min
Cook
30 min
Total
40 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Kirsten + Lila
Kirsten created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
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Everyday strength
Support the basics consistently
A nourishing meal supports the protein, energy and overall nutrition that help you keep showing up for daily movement.
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More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
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Clearer, simpler choices
Let the recipe do the thinking
Clear steps and a complete plate mean fewer decisions when focus is in short supply—and a more substantial meal once you are done.
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Prep
10 min
Cook
30 min
Total
40 min
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Equipment
Oven · Large pot
Time saver
This chili freezes exceptionally well for up to 3 months; thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
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Next: Heat 1 tbsp (15 ml) extra virgin…
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Heat 1 tbsp (15 ml) extra virgin…
Heat 1 tbsp (15 ml) extra virgin olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat at 350°F (175°C).
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Add 0.5 pcs chopped yellow onion and 2 pcs minced garlic cloves to the pot. Cook for 4 to 5 minutes until soft and translucent.
Look for: soft and translucent
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Add 75g ground chicken and 75g lean…
Add 75g ground chicken and 75g lean ground beef to the pot. Cook for 6 to 8 minutes, breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon, until browned and cooked through with no pink remaining.
Look for: browned and cooked through with no pink remaining
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Stir in 1 tsp chili powder
Stir in 1 tsp chili powder, 1 tsp ground cumin, 0.5 tsp smoked paprika, 0.5 tsp dried oregano, and 0.5 tsp salt. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Look for: fragrant
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Pour in 0.5 cup (120 ml) diced canned tomatoes and 0.5 cup (120 ml) low-sodium beef broth. Bring the liquid to a gentle simmer.
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Reduce the heat to low
Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot with a lid, and simmer for 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the meat to become tender.
Allow: 20 minutes
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Uncover and let simmer for another 5…
Uncover and let simmer for another 5 minutes until the chili reaches a rich, thick consistency.
Look for: the chili reaches a rich, thick consistency
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Divide into a serving bowl and let…
Divide into a serving bowl and let cool slightly before eating. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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