Italian Chilli

This Italian-style chilli is a comforting, protein-packed main dish that brings rustic flavor to your table. Unlike traditional red bean chillis, this version features frozen green beans, zucchini, and bell peppers for a lighter, vegetable-forward twist. The ground beef and bulk pork sausage provide a rich, savory depth, while garlic and Italian seasoning create an aromatic profile. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep, it simmers to perfection, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully. Serve hot in bowls with a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese for a satisfying, home-cooked meal that the whole family will enjoy.

Cooking Method: Baking, Boiling, Stewing

Cuisine: Italian

Courses: Main Courses

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 8

Calories: 735.6

Dietary: Gluten-free

Description

This Italian-style chilli is a comforting, protein-packed main dish that brings rustic flavor to your table. Unlike traditional red bean chillis, this version features frozen green beans, zucchini, and bell peppers for a lighter, vegetable-forward twist. The ground beef and bulk pork sausage provide a rich, savory depth, while garlic and Italian seasoning create an aromatic profile. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep, it simmers to perfection, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully. Serve hot in bowls with a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese for a satisfying, home-cooked meal that the whole family will enjoy.

Ingredients

9 ounce Frozen Italian Green Beans
1 pound Ground Beef
1 pound Bulk Pork Sausage
2 lg Onions, chopped
1 md Green Bell Pepper, chopped
4 Garlic Cloves, crushed
3 md Zucchini, cut into 1/2"
30 oz Tomato Sauce
16 oz Whole Tomatoes, undrained
1 tbsp Italian Seasoning
1 tsp Salt
1/4 tsp Pepper
Grated Parmesan Cheese, for serving

Directions

1
Partly thaw the frozen green beans to separate them if clumped together.
2
Heat a 4-quart Dutch oven over medium-high heat and add the ground beef, bulk pork sausage, chopped onions, green bell pepper, and crushed garlic.
3
Cook the meat and vegetable mixture, stirring often and breaking up the meat, until the beef is browned and cooked through.
4
Drain any excess fat from the Dutch oven if desired.
5
Stir in the thawed green beans, zucchini pieces, tomato sauce, whole tomatoes (undrained), Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
6
Break up the whole tomatoes with a spoon and bring the mixture to a boil, stirring often.
7
Reduce the heat to low, cover partially, and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
8
Serve the chilli hot in bowls and sprinkle generously with grated Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Amount Per Serving
Calories 735.6kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 43.9g68%
Saturated Fat 16.0g80%
Cholesterol 147.6mg50%
Sodium 1020.2mg43%
Total Carbohydrate 26.2g9%
Dietary Fiber 8.3g34%
Sugars 12.7g
Protein 58.0g116%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: italian, chilli, sausage, ground beef, green beans, zucchini, bell pepper, garlic, tomato sauce, simmered, hearty, vegetable, stew, dinner, comfort food, one-pot, parmesan, italian seasoning

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