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    Home » Recipes » Dinner » Quick Bulgur Chili

    Quick Bulgur Chili

    Updated: Jul 21, 2023 by Veronica Noone · This post may contain affiliate links · 17 Comments

    bulgur chili pin

    I whipped this up today with some aging peppers and a few cans I found in my pantry. We didn't go grocery shopping yet, I only had a small bit of onion yet and had to use kidney beans when I really wanted black but this worked out better then expected. Lunch is such a great time for me to experiment as the husband and toddler are normally ok with sandwiches. That's when I decide to have fun. 🙂

    Here's what I did but this is the kind of meal I'd change slightly every time I make it.

    Ingredients

    • Thick slice of sweet onion chopped
    • 2 small to medium bell peppers chopped (I used 1 red and 1 green)
    • 1 small can (8.5oz) corn undrained
    • 1 can (15oz) kidney beans drained and rinsed
    • 2 teaspoon chili powder
    • 1 teaspoon cumin
    • 1 tablespoon dried cilantro
    • 1-2 teaspoon hot sauce (to taste)
    • 1 teaspoon lime juice
    • ½ cup (80g) uncooked bulgur
    • 1 cup water

    Instructions

    Spray a a medium to large pot with non-stick cooking spray and heat over medium high heat. Add the onion, sprinkle with a bit of kosher salt and cook until just browning.

    Add the peppers, stir i cooking for about a minute. Then add all the remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil then cover and lower to a simmer. Cook for 20 minutes without lifting the lid!

    Uncover, stir, scoop out a cup and top with a bit of shredded cheese and cilantro. I packed up the other 3 servings for lunches. This one will freeze well.

    📖 Recipe

    bulgur chili featured

    Quick Bulgur Chili

    Put a twist on traditional chili with this quick bulgur chili recipe. Packed with protein and fiber, it's a satisfying meal that's perfect for busy weeknights.
    5 from 1 vote
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    Prep Time 8 minutes mins
    Cook Time 20 minutes mins
    Total Time 28 minutes mins
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine American
    Servings 4 cups
    Calories 79 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • Thick slice of sweet onion chopped
    • 2 small to medium bell peppers chopped I used 1 red and 1 green
    • 1 small can 8.5oz corn undrained
    • 1 can 15oz kidney beans drained and rinsed
    • 2 teaspoon chili powder
    • 1 teaspoon cumin
    • 1 tablespoon dried cilantro
    • 1-2 teaspoon hot sauce to taste
    • 1 teaspoon lime juice
    • ½ cup 80g uncooked bulgur
    • 1 cup water

    Instructions
     

    • Spray a a medium to large pot with non-stick cooking spray and heat over medium high heat. Add the onion, sprinkle with a bit of kosher salt and cook until just browning.
      Thick slice of sweet onion chopped
    • Add the peppers, stir i cooking for about a minute. Then add all the remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil then cover and lower to a simmer. Cook for 20 minutes without lifting the lid!
      2 small to medium bell peppers chopped, 1 small can, 1 can, 2 teaspoon chili powder, 1 teaspoon cumin, 1-2 teaspoon hot sauce, 1 teaspoon lime juice, ½ cup 80g uncooked bulgur, 1 cup water
    • Uncover, stir, scoop out a cup and top with a bit of shredded cheese and cilantro. I packed up the other 3 servings for lunches. This one will freeze well.
      1 tablespoon dried cilantro

    Nutrition

    Calories: 79kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 3gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0.2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.3gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.1gSodium: 54mgPotassium: 208mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1496IUVitamin C: 52mgCalcium: 26mgIron: 1mg
    Keyword Bulgar, Chili
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    1. roni

      July 07, 2012 at 8:09 am

      That's were it is in my local stores. Here's more info.... https://greenlitebites.com/2008/10/25/food-find-bulgur/

      Reply
    2. Karen

      July 07, 2012 at 7:39 am

      I never heard of bulgar where do you find it by the rice?

      Reply
    3. roni

      March 12, 2010 at 5:25 am

      Hi Twana!

      Funny you should ask. . Start here. . .
      https://greenlitebites.com/2008/01/08/quinoa/

      and then check out my ideas here. . . https://greenlitebites.com/tag/quinoa/

      🙂

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    4. Twana

      March 12, 2010 at 1:21 am

      Roni, I was wondering what your experience with quinoa was. I have had it a couple of times at restaurants but not sure how to cook it at home.

      Thanks!

      ~Mama Twana

      Reply
    5. Michele

      March 10, 2010 at 9:25 pm

      Great idea Roni, thanks! I think I am going to make it this weekend. I need some new things to put into my rotation!

      Reply
    6. roni

      March 10, 2010 at 5:39 am

      I wouldn't replace the corn with more beans, try some diced carrots. I really only put them in there for the sweetness factor.

      Reply
    7. Jenni

      March 10, 2010 at 12:12 am

      Loved it!

      Reply
    8. Michele

      March 09, 2010 at 9:46 pm

      This sounds great but I don't like corn cooked in anything. I'm guessing I could omit the corn and replace it with some black beans. I've never tried bulgar either but you've got me curious!

      Reply
    9. Karen

      March 09, 2010 at 7:44 pm

      Thanks for the great bulgur idea. My entire family LOVED it, ages 1, 2 and 4 cleaned their plates. Thanks!

      Reply
    10. Jenni

      March 09, 2010 at 5:23 am

      I have this cooking on my stove right now (made with black beans instead of kidney). It smells wonderful!

      Reply
    11. Lillian

      March 08, 2010 at 6:24 pm

      Just made something similar last week with lentils and barley - SO AWESOME!

      Reply
    12. roni

      March 08, 2010 at 5:19 am

      Chistine - I forgot to link to my bulgur post. . . https://greenlitebites.com/2008/10/25/food-find-bulgur/

      It's good, a grain similar to a short grain rice in texture. It soaks up the flavor of what ever you cook it with so it's really just a super healthy, whole grain filler.

      Reply
    13. roni

      March 08, 2010 at 5:19 am

      I forgot to link to my bulgur post. . . https://greenlitebites.com/2008/10/25/food-find-bulgur/

      It's good, a grain similiar to a short grain rice in texture. It soaks up the flavor of what ever you cook it with so it's really just a super healthy, whole grain filler.

      Reply
    14. charlotte

      March 07, 2010 at 11:37 pm

      You seriously have the best recipes! I have made your oatmeal pancake one about 10 times since you tweeted it. And this one looks right up my alley too! I have a bag of bulgur just sitting around waiting to be used . Thanks!

      Reply
    15. christine

      March 07, 2010 at 11:33 pm

      sounds familiar. every time i make soup/chili, it changes slightly. like reinaldo, i have yet to brave bulgar.

      Reply
    16. Reinaldo

      March 07, 2010 at 10:08 pm

      Looks nice, but I must admit I'm still a virgin with that bulgur stuff... how does it taste?

      Reply
    17. Krista S.

      March 07, 2010 at 8:42 pm

      Dude!! That looks and sounds so good. I might be making this tomorrow. YUM.

      Reply

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