Best 6 Amazing Chili Recipes

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**Dive into a Culinary Symphony of Flavors: Exploring the Delights of Chili Recipes**

In the realm of hearty and comforting dishes, chili stands tall as a culinary masterpiece, captivating taste buds with its rich flavors and versatility. This beloved dish, with its roots in the vibrant cultures of the Americas, has evolved into a symphony of flavors, offering a diverse range of recipes that cater to every palate. From the classic Texas-style chili, renowned for its bold and spicy kick, to the intriguing Cincinnati chili, distinguished by its sweet and savory notes, the world of chili is an adventure waiting to be explored.

This article presents a curated collection of exceptional chili recipes, each offering a unique culinary experience. Embark on a journey of taste as we delve into the secrets of creating the perfect chili. Discover the art of balancing spices, selecting the finest ingredients, and mastering the techniques that elevate this dish to greatness. Whether you prefer a traditional approach or are eager to experiment with innovative flavor combinations, these recipes will guide you towards creating a chili that will leave a lasting impression on your taste buds and the hearts of your loved ones.

Let's cook with our recipes!

AMAZING HAWAIIAN CHICKEN CHILI



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This is a hearty chicken chili with sweet pineapple and a few subtle kicks of spice that the whole family will enjoy.

Provided by Jessica and Antonia

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chili Recipes     Chicken Chili Recipes

Time 2h15m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 19

2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
1 cup barbeque sauce
2 tablespoons butter, divided
1 large onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 large roasted red pepper, chopped
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
3 tablespoons chili powder
1 tablespoon ancho chile powder
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
½ teaspoon white sugar
1 (20 ounce) can pineapple chunks
1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, drained
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained
1 (28 ounce) can chopped tomatoes, drained
1 (24 ounce) jar chipotle salsa
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place the chicken breasts and barbecue sauce in a gallon-sized zip top bag and allow to marinate for 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
  • Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet placed over high heat, and add the chicken. Cook the chicken until it is browned and almost cooked through, about 5 minutes per side. Remove chicken from skillet, chop into 1 inch pieces, and place in the crock of a slow cooker.
  • Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter in the skillet over medium-high heat, add the diced onion, garlic, and roasted red pepper, and cook and stir until the onion is softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the tomato paste, chili powder, ancho chile powder, ground cumin, ground ginger, vanilla, and sugar. Cook, stirring, until blended, about 2 minutes. Transfer the mixture to the slow cooker.
  • Drain the canned pineapple and reserve the fruit. Stir the pineapple juice, kidney beans, black beans, tomatoes, and chipotle salsa into the ingredients in the slow cooker and set the heat to High. Allow the chili to cook on High until it begins to bubble, about 20 minutes. Turn the slow cooker to Low and cook for 1 additional hour.
  • Stir the reserved pineapple into the chili and continue to cook until the pineapple is warm, about 15 minutes. Salt and pepper the chili to taste and serve piping hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 249.3 calories, Carbohydrate 32.7 g, Cholesterol 44.1 mg, Fat 4.4 g, Fiber 6 g, Protein 19.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 807.9 mg, Sugar 19.6 g

AMAZING CROCK POT WHITE CHILI W/ CHICKEN



Amazing Crock Pot White Chili W/ Chicken image

This recipe is so easy to make and chock full of flavor. It can be made on the stove as well just as quick. It's great served with cornbread. Enjoy!

Provided by KLBoyle

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 4h10m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 (15 ounce) cans great northern beans, drained
8 ounces chicken breasts, diced into bite size pieces
1 cup onion, chopped
1 small green pepper, chopped
1 small red pepper, chopped
2 jalapenos, diced (or (to taste)
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon dried oregano
3 1/2 cups chicken broth

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in crock pot.
  • Cover, cook on low 8 hours or on high 4 hours.
  • Ladle into bowls and serve!

FULL FLAVOR AMAZING CHILI



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OK I tend to think my recipe's are beyond better than most (dont we all??), but this chili is amazing. There is so much intense deep flavor going on. If anyone has any suggestions or additions, dont hesitate to post them. But this is far beyond the best chili ive ever made or eaten, and it gets those reviews from anyone who eats it. The spices are more guestimates, since I never measure - cook to your own taste.

Provided by sjf17x

Categories     Beans

Time 2h20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 25

2 1/4 lbs ground chuck
5 slices bacon, crumbled once cooked
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 green bell pepper, small dice
1 yellow bell pepper, small dice
1 red bell pepper, small dice
1 medium yellow onion, small dice
5 garlic cloves, crushed
3 tablespoons chili powder
1 1/4 teaspoons dried chipotle powder
2 tablespoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 bay leaf
2 (28 ounce) bottles beer, Amber Bock
1 (28 ounce) can stewed tomatoes, chopped
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
2 teaspoons dark brown sugar
1 lime, juice of
1 (16 ounce) can red kidney beans
1 (16 ounce) can pinto beans
1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
salt & pepper
1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded, for garnish
1 cup green onion, chopped, for garnish
1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish

Steps:

  • Brown ground beef in a large saute pan, until cooked through. Drain well and set aside.
  • Wipe pan dry and brown bacon. Remove bacon, set aside, and drain out all but 1 tablespoon of bacon grease.
  • Add 1 tablespoon olive oil to pan. Saute onions, peppers and garlic until soft (about 10 min).
  • Heat a large pot over medium heat. Add onions, peppers, garlic, meat and spices. Stir to combine, cook for about 3 minutes.
  • Add bay leaf, tomatoes with liquid, tomato paste, beer, lime juice, and brown sugar, and crumbled bacon. Allow to cook until foam subsides, while stirring.
  • Cover pot and lower heat to a simmer. Simmer covered for 1 hour, stirring occasionally, until thickened slightly.
  • Drain and rinse beans. Add beans and 1 cup cilantro to pot. Check and adjust seasoning, if needed, with salt and pepper. Cook an additional 45 minutes to an hour, until thickened.
  • **If not thickened enough, a mixture of cornstarch and water can be added, increasing heat and stirring constantly until thickened.
  • Remove bay leaf, and serve with desired garnishes.

AMAZING CHILI CHOCOLATE MOUSSE



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Make and share this Amazing Chili Chocolate Mousse recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Anna M.

Categories     Dessert

Time 30m

Yield 4 small ramekins, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 1/2 ounces dark chocolate bars, chopped or broken in small pieces
1 tablespoon butter
1/4 cup water, divided (2 tbsp for chocolate, 2 tbsp for egg mixture)
1 tablespoon white sugar
2 large egg yolks
1/8 teaspoon ground chipotle chile pepper
very tiny pinch salt
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream (as cold as possible)

Steps:

  • Melt chocolate, butter and 2tbsp water in a double-boiler. (I actually did this in a metal bowl over lightly simmering pan of water). Make sure the water isn't boiling hard - chocolate melts remarkably quickly and you don't want to rush this process or you'll lose the shiny texture. While melting it, continuously stir the chocolate.
  • Again, in a double-boiler, whisk the egg yolks and sugar. The eggs should get cooked just a tad. 2-3 minutes, maybe. Again, don't let the water get too hot. Make sure you don't scramble the eggs.
  • Add the egg mixture to the chocolate mixture and allow to cool slightly below room temperature (You can achieve this by setting it on top of a bowl of ice for a few minutes).
  • Whip the heavy cream so that you get soft peaks. Basically, you want the peaks to stay, but not too sharply (otherwise the texture isn't as "sexy").
  • Add ground chipotle and salt to the chocolate/egg mixture and fold in the whipped cream.
  • Fill into ramekins or similar container.
  • Chill overnight or at least 3-4 hours.

AMAZING CHILI



Amazing Chili image

A very tasty chili to warm you up on a cold winter's night. Use extra lean beef to further reduce the fat content. It turns out very thick and delicious.

Provided by Helen1

Categories     Beans

Time 8h20m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 medium onions, chopped
1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef
3 garlic cloves, chopped
2 stalks celery, roughly chopped
1 green pepper, roughly chopped
2 tablespoons chili powder (add more as desired)
1 can campbell tomato soup (roasted red pepper or basil)
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons oregano
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon salt
1 (28 ounce) can stewed tomatoes
2 (28 ounce) cans kidney beans
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (optional) or 1/4 cup cilantro, added just before serving (optional)

Steps:

  • Brown ground beef with onion and garlic till meat no longer pink, then drain off fat.
  • Add celery, green pepper and spices, saute till vegetables are heated through.
  • Combine all ingredients in a crock pot or large stock pot.
  • Simmer on very low heat for 8-12 hours, stir every 1-2 hours.
  • Serve with a crisp salad and cornbread or crusty rolls.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 522.5, Fat 14.1, SaturatedFat 5.2, Cholesterol 73.7, Sodium 1814.4, Carbohydrate 61, Fiber 18.3, Sugar 16.5, Protein 39.9

MEGAN'S AMAZING BUFFALO GARLIC CHILI



Megan's Amazing Buffalo Garlic Chili image

A very simple and tasty chili for the novice cook with patience and time. Just remember that taste is what really matters. Seasoning is a matter of personal preference so I never say how much you should use of dry spices. This is a recipe where you should taste it as you cook it.

Provided by Orfe_The_Obstinant

Categories     Corn

Time 55m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 white onion, chopped fine
1/2-1 whole fresh garlic clove
1 (24 ounce) can whole stewed tomatoes
1 (12 ounce) can chopped tomatoes
1 (12 ounce) can great northern beans (undrained)
1 (12 ounce) can black beans (undrained)
1 (12 ounce) can dark red kidney beans, drained
1 (12 ounce) can light red kidney beans, drained
1 (12 ounce) can Mexican chili beans (undrained)
1 (12 ounce) can whole kernel corn
1 lb ground beef (optional)
1 (1 1/4 ounce) packet taco seasoning
2 tablespoons anchor bay buffalo wing sauce
1 tablespoon lemon juice
butter
garlic salt
chili powder
crushed red pepper flakes
cayenne

Steps:

  • Chop onion and crush and chop garlic and saute in butter until tender, browning and the smell is overwhelmingly garlicy, turn heat to low and let cool while you do step 2.
  • If you use meat cook down the beef in a separate pan and when its browned and crumbly add the taco seasoning as directed by the packet. Add to the chili along with beans.
  • Drain the appropriate items and add all beans, both drained and undrained along with the corn and the chopped tomatoes to the pot.
  • Add large can of whole tomatoes. Crush with your hands or cut into quarters with paring knife. I generally dump the tomatoes on top and then slice them up over the pot, just dropping them back. This is very messy (and fun) and you'll want to wear an apron. Whole Stewed Tomatoes never fail to squirt when you crush or cut them.
  • Stir all ingredients and turn heat back up to begin cooking.
  • Add seasoning while stirring and taste testing. I generally add the wing sauce and the lemon juice first. Chili powder makes the chili a nice dark red and tends to be hot in the back of the mouth for a nice kick after the flavor. I also use season pepper, and pepper flakes. Basically you season it with what you like until it tastes good to you. It will always be different. Note: You can use the taco seasoning directly to the beans as opposed to just using it on the beef.
  • Simmer on medium stirring occasionally. If it's too soupy you can add 1/2 cup of white rice which will also make your chili even more filling.
  • Eat some and let cool on the stove top. I find letting it sit sets the flavor before you put it away.
  • Note for Vegetarians: For Vegetarian omit the ground meat. Also not Apian Vegetarian due to honey in the Anchor bay Buffalo wing sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 325, Fat 1.7, SaturatedFat 0.3, Sodium 452.4, Carbohydrate 62.7, Fiber 16.1, Sugar 7.1, Protein 19.2

Tips:

  • Choose the right type of chili peppers: Different chili peppers have different levels of heat, so choose the ones that best suit your desired level of spiciness. For a milder chili, use Anaheim or poblano peppers. For a hotter chili, use cayenne or habanero peppers.
  • Toast the spices: Toasting the spices before adding them to the chili will enhance their flavor and aroma. Heat a small skillet over medium heat and add the spices. Toast for 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant.
  • Brown the beef: Browning the beef before adding it to the chili will help to develop its flavor. Heat a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat and add the ground beef. Cook until browned, breaking up the beef with a spoon as it cooks.
  • Sauté the vegetables: Sautéing the vegetables before adding them to the chili will help to soften them and bring out their sweetness. Heat a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat and add the olive oil. Add the onion, bell pepper, and garlic and sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until softened.
  • Add the liquids: Once the vegetables have been sautéed, add the tomatoes, beef broth, and chili peppers to the pot. Bring to a simmer and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the chili has thickened.
  • Season to taste: Once the chili has simmered, season it to taste with salt, pepper, and any other desired seasonings. You can also add a bit of brown sugar or honey to balance out the heat.

Conclusion:

Chili is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed all year round. It's perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal, or for a hearty and satisfying weekend lunch. With so many different variations to choose from, there's sure to be a chili recipe that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a delicious and comforting meal, give one of these chili recipes a try.

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