Flavorful Chili Rice with Beans Recipe: A Comforting Classic

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef or ground turkey
• 2 cups dry pinto beans or 4 cans pinto beans, drained
• 2 cups uncooked white rice
• 1 yellow onion, chopped (about 1.5 cups)
• 2 cloves garlic, chopped (about 1 teaspoon)
• 1 jalapeño pepper, cooked and sliced
• 14 ounces (396 grams) crushed or whole peeled tomatoes
• 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
• ½ cup fresh cilantro leaves
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 to 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon sugar