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One Pot Meatball Chili with Dumplings

For the Meatballs:

• 1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey)
• 1/3 cup breadcrumbs
• 1 egg
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp olive oil (for searing)

For the Chili:

• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 small onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
• 1 can (14 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can (14 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
• 2 cups beef broth
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tbsp chili powder
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp oregano
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

For the Dumplings:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 ½ tsp baking powder
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup milk
• 2 tbsp butter, melted
• 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Meatballs

1. In a bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper until well combined.
2. Roll the mixture into small meatballs (about 1 inch in diameter).
3. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Sear the meatballs for 2-3 minutes on each side until browned. Remove and set aside.