15-Minute Beef and Bean Chili Skillet

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 cup onion, chopped (divided)
• 1/2 cup green bell pepper, chopped
• 1 lb ground beef
• salt and pepper, to taste

• 1 (16 ounce) can whole tomatoes, coarsely chopped
• 1 cup canned green beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 cup canned dark red kidney beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 cup canned black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained
• 1/2 cup ketchup
• 1 1/2 ounces chili seasoning mix, mix (About 1 1/2 envelopes)
• red pepper flakes, to taste
• 2/3 cup water
• 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• corn chips, crumbled (Fritos )

Directions

1. 1

   In a large, heavy-bottom skillet heat the oil over medium-high heat; add 1/2 cup onion and the bell pepper. Cook until soft.

2. 2

   Crumble the ground beef and add to the skillet; combine with the onions and green peppers. Cook meat until well browned. Season with salt and pepper. Pour off excess meat drippings.

3. 3

   Add the tomatoes, green beans, kidney beans and blackeye peas to the skillet; give a good stir to throughly combine.

4. 4

   In a small mixing bowl add the ketchup, chili seasonings, red pepper flakes, and water; mix well.

5. 5

   Add chili-ketchup mixture to skillet; mix well to incorporate flavors. Cook and stir for 5 - 7 minutes.

6. 6

   Just before serving, sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup chopped onion, and the shredded cheddar and corn chips over the top.

7. 7

   A freshly tossed green salad and warm cornbread will make this meal complete.