Best 6 Almost Homemade Chili Recipes

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**Indulge in a Flavorful Culinary Journey with Almost-Homemade Chili: A Symphony of Tantalizing Recipes**

Embark on a culinary adventure with our delectable collection of Almost-Homemade Chili recipes, a harmonious blend of convenience and homemade goodness. These culinary creations strike a perfect balance between the ease of using pre-made ingredients and the satisfaction of crafting a homemade dish. From the classic All-American Chili to vegetarian and slow-cooker variations, our diverse selection caters to every taste and dietary preference. Whether you're a seasoned chili aficionado or a novice cook looking for a hearty and flavorful meal, our recipes will guide you effortlessly towards a lip-smacking chili experience. Dive into a symphony of spices, textures, and aromas as you explore our curated collection of Almost-Homemade Chili recipes.

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ALMOST HOMEMADE CHILI



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I made this for my "adopted" 92 year old senior. She loved it so much, she bought the ingredients and asked me to make her a batch so she can keep it in her freezer. It's a recipe I created from viewing other "chili" recipes and taking ingredients and putting my own twist on it. I'm not a great chili lover, but this is one I...

Provided by Mary Gonzalez

Categories     Other Main Dishes

Time 1h40m

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 lb ground turkey
1 lb ground beef
1/2 lb bacon (chopped)
1/2 c onion (chopped)
1/2 c green or red pepper
2 Tbsp garlic (crushed)
1 can(s) pink or pinto beans (15 oz)
1 can(s) red beans (15oz )
2 can(s) ranch style beans (this is a must!!) 15 oz ea.
1 can(s) stewed tomatoes
1 can(s) tomato sauce
4 oz beef broth
1 pkg taco season (not chili seasoning)
2 Tbsp chili powder (suit to taste-mild or hot)

Steps:

  • 1. Brown meat until throughly cooked In separate pan, saute' onions, bell peppers, garlic in 1 tbls oil, until onions are "sweating" Cook bacon until crispy and drain- crumble and set aside
  • 2. In large dutch oven on very low heat, mix all the beans (draining not necessary), stewed tomatoes, tomato sauce, beef broth... Add sauted onions,peppers garlic,Taco seasoning, chili powder, stir until blended
  • 3. Add meat and bacon to beans, cook and stir on low heat for 45-60 minutes to blend all the flavor. Garnish with cheddar cheese, if desired. Enjoy!

BEST HOMEMADE CHILI



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I won a prize of the country fair with this homemade chili recipe! We like our chili hot, so I add lots of red pepper, you can add as much or as little as you like. -Ruby Callander, Elk Grove, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h40m

Yield 16-20 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 pounds ground beef
2 large onions, diced
4 teaspoons chili powder
Crushed dried red pepper flakes to taste
2 teaspoons dried oregano
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons paprika
3 teaspoons garlic powder
1 can (15 ounces, one 29 ounces) tomato sauce
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons vinegar

Steps:

  • In a large Dutch oven or soup kettle, brown beef with onions until the beef is brown and the onions are tender; drain. Stir in spices and tomato sauce. , Simmer, uncovered, for 1 hour, stirring occasionally. Combine flour and vinegar; stir into chili. Simmer another 15 minutes or until thickened.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 208 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 60mg cholesterol, Sodium 336mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 20g protein.

ALMOST-FAMOUS CHIMICHANGAS



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It has happened to all of us: A restaurant closes and just like that, a favorite dish is gone forever. For thousands of fans of the Tex-Mex chain Chi-Chi's, which shuttered its last 65 restaurants in 2004, that dish was the chimichanga: a big tortilla stuffed with beef, seafood or chicken, lettuce, jack cheese and salsa, and topped with a secret "zesty Mexi-sauce." We've seen endless message- board posts from fans pondering the recipe and reminiscing about that unforgettable topping. Now they can taste it again: Chefs in Food Network Kitchens re-created the old favorite from memory.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 24

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 white onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, chopped
1 jalapeno pepper, diced (remove seeds for less heat)
1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Kosher salt
1 small tomato, chopped, plus more for topping
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
2 1/2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
1/4 cup sour cream
1 15-ounce can refried beans
4 10-inch flour tortillas
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese, plus more for topping
Mexi-sauce, for topping (recipe follows)
Shredded lettuce, for topping
Mexican rice, for serving
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 chopped garlic cloves
2 4-ounce cans chopped green chiles (drained and rinsed)
1 cup chicken broth
1/4 cup chopped cilantro

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. Melt the butter with 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a skillet; transfer to a bowl. Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons oil in the skillet. Add the onion, garlic and jalapeno and cook until soft, about 3 minutes. Add the chili powder, cumin, cinnamon and 1 teaspoon salt; toast 30 seconds. Add the tomato and cilantro and cook until slightly dry, about 2 minutes. Stir in the chicken and sour cream and warm through. Remove from the heat.
  • Brush a rimmed baking sheet with some of the butter-oil mixture. Spread 2 tablespoons refried beans down the center of each tortilla, leaving a 2-inch border on both ends. Top with 1 cup chicken mixture and 1/4 cup cheese. Fold in the ends and roll up.
  • Put the chimichangas seam-side down on the baking sheet; brush with the butter-oil mixture. Bake 8 to 10 minutes per side, brushing again after you flip. Top with the sauce, more cheese, lettuce and tomato. Serve with rice and the remaining beans.
  • Saute onions and garlic cloves in a skillet with vegetable oil. Add a pinch each of chili powder, cumin, sugar and salt; cook 30 seconds. Stir in green chiles; cook 2 minutes. Add chicken broth and simmer until thickened, then puree. Stir in cilantro.

HOMEMADE CHILI



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My boys and husband love this. Add some corn chips or Cheddar cheese and it is to die for. I have made this for my husband's work and for church functions and it is always a winner.

Provided by healthy girl

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chili Recipes     Beef Chili Recipes

Time 4h23m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced, or more to taste
2 pounds lean ground beef
2 (16 ounce) cans kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 (15 ounce) can tomato puree
1 cup water
1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chile peppers
2 tablespoons mild chili powder
2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Add onion and garlic; cook and stir until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. Add ground beef; cook and stir until browned, 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Transfer beef mixture to a 6-quart slow cooker. Stir in kidney beans, diced tomatoes, tomato puree, water, green chile peppers, chili powder, salt, cumin, and black pepper.
  • Cook on Low until flavors combine, 4 to 6 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 273.7 calories, Carbohydrate 19.6 g, Cholesterol 45.7 mg, Fat 13.3 g, Fiber 6.7 g, Protein 18.8 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 959 mg, Sugar 4.3 g

EASY HOMEMADE CHILI



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Easy homemade chili. Goes great with cornbread or over corn chips for a chili pie! I like to use spicy pinto beans.

Provided by Tobi Hargis

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chili Recipes     Beef Chili Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound ground beef
1 onion, chopped
1 (14.5 ounce) can stewed tomatoes
1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans
1 ½ cups water
1 pinch chili powder
1 pinch garlic powder
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan over medium heat, combine the beef and onion and saute until meat is browned and onion is tender. Add the stewed tomatoes with juice, tomato sauce, beans and water.
  • Season with the chili powder, garlic powder, salt and ground black pepper to taste. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover and let simmer for 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 394.2 calories, Carbohydrate 48.8 g, Cholesterol 45.9 mg, Fat 9.2 g, Fiber 17.9 g, Protein 30.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Sodium 525.6 mg, Sugar 4.4 g

THE BEST HOMEMADE CHILI RECIPE



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The Best Homemade Chili (in our opinion) made with ground beef, tomatoes, beans, peppers and other seasonings for a flavorful meal everyone will love.

Provided by Elyse Ellis

Categories     Main Course     Soup

Time 1h20m

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 pound ground beef
1 onion (diced)
1 green bell pepper (diced)
1 jalapeno pepper (seeded and minced)
10 ounces Rotel Tomatoes and Green Chiles (1 can)
16 ounces tomato sauce (2 (8 ounce cans))
2 Tablespoons cumin
2 Tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
½ teaspoon paprika
14 ounces kidney beans (1 can, rinsed and drained)
14 ounces black beans (1 can, rinsed and drained)
1 cup water
shredded cheddar cheese (for topping)
avocado (for topping)
sour cream (for topping)

Steps:

  • Cook ground beef, onion, jalapeño and green pepper in a large pot over medium-high heat until beef is cooked.
  • Drain excess grease.
  • Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, cumin, chili powder, salt, cayenne pepper and paprika.
  • Bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to low, add beans and water, then cover and let simmer for 1 hour.
  • Serve hot and top with shredded cheddar cheese, avocado and sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 247 kcal, Carbohydrate 31 g, Protein 23 g, Fat 4 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 35 mg, Sodium 668 mg, Fiber 11 g, Sugar 5 g, UnsaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 serving

Tips:

  • Using ground beef and ground sausage provides a richer flavor compared to using just ground beef alone.
  • Sautéing onions, peppers, and garlic before adding them to the chili pot enhances their flavors and contributes to a more flavorful chili.
  • Add canned diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and tomato paste for a rich tomato base.
  • For a smoky and spicy kick, incorporate chili powder, cumin, paprika, coriander, and cayenne pepper.
  • Season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder to taste.
  • Simmer the chili for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and develop.
  • Enhance the chili's texture by adding kidney beans, black beans, or corn.
  • Garnish with shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, and chopped cilantro for a classic chili presentation.
  • Serve the chili hot, accompanied by crusty bread or cornbread for dipping.

Conclusion:

This Almost-Homemade Chili recipe offers a delicious and convenient twist on traditional homemade chili. It combines simple ingredients with pantry staples to create a flavorful and satisfying meal. By following the tips mentioned above, you can create a chili that is perfectly balanced in terms of flavor, texture, and spice. Whether you crave a hearty and comforting meal on a cold day or a versatile dish for a party or gathering, this Almost-Homemade Chili is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. It's quick and easy to prepare, making it an excellent option for busy individuals or families seeking a delicious and satisfying meal. So, why wait? Gather your ingredients, follow the recipe, and enjoy a bowl of this delectable Almost-Homemade Chili today!

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