Recipe Vortex

2 tsp olive oil

1 yellow onion, chopped

3 garlic cloves, minced

1 medium red bell pepper, chopped

1 pound extra lean ground chicken or beef

4 tbsp chili powder

2 tsp ground cumin

1 tsp dried oregano

1 tsp cayenne pepper

1/2 tsp salt, plus more to taste

1 (28-ounce) can diced tomatoes or crushed tomatoes

1 1/4 cups chicken broth

1 can kidney beans, rinsed and drained

1 can sweet corn, rinsed and drained

For topping: cheese, avocado, tortilla chips, cilantro, jalapeno, sour cream

Place oil in a large pot and place over medium high heat. Add in onion, garlic and red pepper and saute for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently.

Add in ground meat and break up the meat; cooking until no longer pink. Next add in chili powder, cumin, oregano, cayenne pepper and salt; stir for about 20 seconds.

Next add in tomatoes, chicken broth, kidney beans and corn. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30-45 minutes or until chili thickens and flavors come together. Taste and adjust seasonings and salt as necessary.

Garnish with anything you'd like. Makes 6 servings, about 1 1/2 cups each.