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Hawaiian-Style Chili

Hawaiian-Style Chili blends hearty ground beef and tender beans with onions and bell peppers, then brightens everything with juicy pineapple. The sweet-tangy notes play against mild heat and tomato richness for a balanced, family-friendly bowl. Serve it for a cozy weeknight dinner or casual game-day gathering when you want something comforting with a tropical twist.

  • Prep15 mins
  • Cook25 mins
  • Serves10
  • DifficultyEasy
Hawaiian-Style Chili
  1. 1

    Heat a large Dutch oven over high heat until hot. Add the ground beef and cook, stirring constantly to break it into small pieces, until just barely pink. Stir in the onions and bell peppers; cook until the meat is browned and the onions are softened and translucent, about 5 minutes. Transfer the mixture to a large mesh strainer and press to remove excess grease.

  2. 2

    Return the mixture to the Dutch oven. Stir in the stewed tomatoes, kidney beans, tomato sauce, and pineapple chunks; season with chili powder and salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer uncovered until it reaches the desired consistency, about 10 minutes.

About This Recipe

Hawaiian Style Chili is an American dinner recipe made with 9 ingredients. It takes about 40 mins, serves 10, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Bell Pepper, Chili Powder, Ground Beef, and Kidney Beans. Each serving provides about 393.49 kcal, and is a good source of protein.

Recipe Questions

What is Hawaiian-Style Chili?
It is an American chili recipe made with 9 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch or soup.
What is Hawaiian-Style Chili made of?
The main ingredients are Bell Pepper, Chili Powder, Ground Beef, Kidney Beans, Onion. The full list of 9 is above.
What goes well with Hawaiian-Style Chili?
Explore these American side-dish recipes.
How long does it take to make Hawaiian-Style Chili?
About 40 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 25 mins to cook.
How many calories are in one serving?
One serving provides about 393.49 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
Is Hawaiian-Style Chili easy to make?
This recipe is rated easy, with 9 ingredients and 2 steps.

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