Best 10 Basic Spicy Chili Recipes

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Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of chili, a hearty and versatile dish that has captured hearts and taste buds worldwide. From the classic all-American chili to international variations with unique twists, this article presents a delectable collection of chili recipes that cater to diverse preferences and dietary needs. Whether you prefer a traditional beef chili, a vegetarian chili packed with colorful veggies, or a spicy chili that sets your taste buds ablaze, you'll find a recipe here to satisfy your cravings. Each recipe provides clear instructions, a list of easily accessible ingredients, and cooking tips to ensure a successful chili-making experience. So, get ready to embark on a culinary journey and discover the perfect chili recipe that will become a staple in your kitchen.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

SPICY CHILI



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Bold and flavorful Spicy Chili made with ground beef, diced veggies, spices, and a definite kick of heat.

Provided by Lauren Allen

Categories     Main Course

Time 1h45m

Number Of Ingredients 19

3 lbs ground beef
1 green pepper (, diced)
1 red bell pepper (, diced)
1 medium onion (, diced)
3 small jalapeno peppers (, diced (seeds and veins removed for less spice))
salt and pepper
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1/3 cup chili powder
1 1/2 Tablespoons cumin
1 1/2 cups ketchup
3 Tablespoons lime juice
2 Tablespoons brown sugar
1 Tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons vinegar
1 1/2 teaspoons mustard
3 cups spicy hot V8 (, or regular)
16 oz can kidney beans
1 14.5 oz can fire roasted tomatoes
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, brown the ground beef and ground sausage, using a wooden spoon to break it into small pieces as it cooks. Drain most of the grease and remove meat to a plate.
  • Add onion, bell peppers, and jalapeño peppers to the pot and sauté on medium high heat for 2-3 minutes.
  • Add spices, ketchup, lime juice, brown sugar, Worcestershire, vinegar, mustard, and V8. Stir well. Add beans, tomatoes, and salt and pepper.
  • Return the ground meat to the pot and bring the mixture to a low boil. Turn to a low simmer, cover, and cook for 1-2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 502 kcal, Carbohydrate 42 g, Protein 42 g, Fat 19 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 111 mg, Sodium 729 mg, Fiber 9 g, Sugar 19 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SIMPLE, PERFECT CHILI



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Ree Drummond's Simple, Perfect Chili recipe from The Pioneer Woman on Food Network will be a new comfort-food favorite for your family.

Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h40m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 pounds ground beef
2 cloves garlic, chopped
One 8-ounce can tomato sauce
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground oregano
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 cup masa harina
One 15-ounce can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
One 15-ounce can pinto beans, drained and rinsed
Shredded Cheddar, for serving
Chopped onions, for serving
Tortilla chips, for serving
Lime wedges, for serving

Steps:

  • Place the ground beef in a large pot and throw in the garlic. Cook over medium heat until browned. Drain off the excess fat, and then pour in the tomato sauce, chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt and cayenne. Stir together well, cover, and then reduce the heat to low. Simmer for 1 hour, stirring occasionally. If the mixture becomes overly dry, add 1/2 cup water at a time as needed.
  • After an hour, place the masa harina in a small bowl. Add 1/2 cup water and stir together with a fork. Dump the masa mixture into the chili. Stir together well, and then taste and adjust the seasonings. Add more masa paste and/or water to get the chili to your preferred consistency, or to add more corn flavor. Add the beans and simmer for 10 minutes. Serve with shredded Cheddar, chopped onions, tortilla chips and lime wedges.

QUICK SPICY CHILI



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Add a little beef and a little beer and a little chipotle, and you've got chili in no time.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 onion, chopped
5 cloves garlic, chopped
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon dried oregano
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 to 2 chipotle chiles in adobo, coarsely chopped, plus 1 tablespoon sauce
1 pound ground beef
One 12-ounce bottle beer, such as lager
One 14.5-ounce can diced tomatoes
One 15.5-ounce can black beans, rinsed and drained
Diced avocado, shredded cheese, cilantro leaves, sliced scallions and sour cream, for serving, optional

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a large heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onions, garlic, chili powder, oregano, 1 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion is soft, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir in the tomato paste, the chipotle chiles and sauce, and cook for 1 minute. Add the beef and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until no longer pink, about 3 minutes.
  • Add the beer and simmer until reduced by about half, about 8 minutes. Add the tomatoes and beans and bring to a boil. Cook, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until thick, about 10 minutes. Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper and serve with desired assorted toppings.

THE BEST CHILI



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There are a thousand ways to make chili, but this is the quintessential, totally classic version. We used ground beef, kidney beans and the perfect blend of spices. You can slather it on hot dogs and burgers or serve it as a dip, but it can surely stand on its own. Chances are, you have everything you need right in your pantry. Top it with your favorite garnishes and serve with plenty of tortilla chips.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/4 cup vegetable oil
1 pound ground beef chuck, preferably coarse grind (see Cook's Note)
1 large yellow onion, diced
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 teaspoons tomato paste
1 1/2 cups low-sodium beef broth
One 28-ounce can whole peeled tomatoes, crushed
Two 15.5-ounce cans kidney beans, undrained
Sour cream, shredded Cheddar and sliced scallions, for serving
Tortilla chips, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat 2 tablespoons of the oil in a Dutch oven or large pot over medium-high heat. Add the beef and cook, breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon, until just browned, about 4 minutes. Transfer to a plate with a slotted spoon.
  • Reduce the heat to medium and add the remaining 2 tablespoons oil. Add the onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and lightly golden, about 10 minutes.
  • Add the jalapeno and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook, stirring frequently, until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  • Add the chili powder, cumin, paprika, cayenne, 1/2 teaspoon salt and the tomato paste. Cook, stirring frequently, until coated and fragrant, about 1 minute.
  • Stir in the beef broth and crushed tomatoes and bring to a boil over high heat. Stir in the cooked ground beef and any accumulated liquid, then reduce the heat to medium-low. Simmer the chili, partially covered, until the beef is tender and the sauce is slightly thickened, about 30 minutes.
  • Stir in the beans and their liquid and simmer uncovered until the beans are softened and the chili is thickened, about 30 minutes more. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Top with sour cream, Cheddar and scallions. Serve with tortilla chips.

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

SPICY SLOW-COOKED CHILI



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This spicy and satisfying chili is made in the slow cooker. Start it before you head off to work, and return to a homemade meal ready to eat! I like to put two scoops of sour cream in with my bowl.

Provided by dandi

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

Time 4h30m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 pounds ground beef
2 (16 ounce) cans kidney beans, rinsed and drained
2 (14.5 ounce) cans diced tomatoes, drained
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
2 onions, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
3 tablespoons chili powder
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and stir in ground beef. Cook and stir until beef is crumbly, evenly browned, and no longer pink, about 7 minutes. Drain and discard any excess grease.
  • Combine ground beef, kidney beans, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, onions, bell pepper, garlic, chili powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper in a slow cooker. Cover and cook on Low for 10 hours, or High for 4 hours.
  • Garnish each serving with Cheddar cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 308.3 calories, Carbohydrate 22.3 g, Cholesterol 62.3 mg, Fat 13.8 g, Fiber 8.1 g, Protein 23.4 g, SaturatedFat 5.7 g, Sodium 1023.7 mg, Sugar 4.4 g

BASIC SPICY CHILI



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This is a basic chili recipe, but my favorite. Since I am a vegetarian, I omit the beef and add more beans for a great meatless chili. I also add more hot sauce for extra kick. This chili is great served with sour cream and/or cheese.

Provided by HollyJane

Categories     Beans

Time 45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/4 lbs ground beef
3 medium onions, chopped
1 (46 ounce) can tomato juice
1 (28 ounce) can whole tomatoes
3 cups kidney beans, drained and rinsed
4 tablespoons chili powder (or to taste)
1/4 teaspoon Dave's Insanity hot sauce (or your favorite intense hot sauce--optional)
1/8 teaspoon baking soda (a pinch)
1 cup water (if needed)

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute beef and onions together until beef is browned.
  • Drain beef and add to a large soup pot (this step can be skipped if you wish to brown the beef in the soup pot).
  • Add tomato juice and simmer over medium heat.
  • Add tomatoes (with their juice), crushing between fingers to break apart.
  • Add kidney beans, chili powder (the entire 4 tablespoons may be a bit much for some people, so start out small and add to taste), and optional hot sauce.
  • After mixture comes to a simmer, add baking soda (the baking soda will help cut down the acidity of the tomatoes).
  • Simmer for about 20-30 minutes, adding water if necessary to thin out the chili.
  • Taste for seasoning.

QUICK AND SPICY CHILI



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A fairly simple and quick chili recipe!

Provided by Emily H.

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

Time 1h20m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 pounds lean ground beef
2 (15 ounce) cans kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 (11 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
2 cups water
2 jalapeno peppers
1 habanero pepper
½ red onion
2 large cloves garlic
3 tablespoons masa harina flour
1 tablespoon ground cayenne pepper
4 tablespoons chili powder
1 ½ teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 teaspoons white sugar

Steps:

  • Place the beef in a skillet over medium heat, and cook until evenly brown. Drain grease.
  • In a large pot, mix the beans, corn, tomato sauce, tomato paste, and water. Bring to a boil, and reduce heat to low. In a food processor, finely chop the jalapenos, habanero, onion, and garlic. Mix into the pot. Mix in the cooked beef. Stir in masa flour. Season with cayenne pepper, chili powder, salt, black pepper, and sugar. Cook 45 minutes to 1 hour, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 201 calories, Carbohydrate 18.7 g, Cholesterol 37.2 mg, Fat 7.9 g, Fiber 5.5 g, Protein 15.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 664.6 mg, Sugar 3.8 g

EASY SPICY CHILI



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The ultimate in comfort food, this chili can be done all in one pot for easy cleanup. This makes a LOT of chili, perfect for a large family or for freezing.

Provided by trishypie

Categories     Meat

Time 30m

Yield 1 cups, 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 lbs lean ground beef
2 medium onions (chopped)
1 (28 ounce) can kidney beans (washed and drained)
1 (14 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 (5 1/2 ounce) can tomato paste
2 tablespoons seasoning salt
1 tablespoon cumin
3 tablespoons chili powder
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 1/2 tablespoons paprika
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

Steps:

  • In a very large pot, fry ground beef and onions until onions are translucent. Drain off any residual oil.
  • Add all other ingredients, stirring well. Let simmer 15 minutes and serve. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 381, Fat 15.1, SaturatedFat 5.7, Cholesterol 88.5, Sodium 855.9, Carbohydrate 28.8, Fiber 7.6, Sugar 10.7, Protein 34.1

SPICY CHILI



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This spicy chili recipe is the culmination of several years' worth of experimenting to get just the right flavor. For those who like their chili very hot, the secret is to add more jalapenos. The most I ever used in a recipe was five...was it spicy! -Liesha Hoek, Somerset, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 1h

Yield 12 servings (3 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 18

1-1/2 pounds ground beef
1-1/2 pounds bulk Italian sausage
3 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) stewed tomatoes
2 cans (16 ounces each) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup chopped onion
1 large green pepper, chopped
1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
2 jalapeno peppers, finely chopped
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 tablespoons white vinegar
1 tablespoon spicy brown mustard
1 tablespoon dried oregano
2 garlic cloves, minced
1-1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1-1/2 teaspoons hot pepper sauce
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon paprika
Sour cream, optional

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, cook beef and sausage over medium heat until no longer pink, 5-7 minutes, breaking into crumbles; drain. Add the remaining ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 30 minutes, stirring frequently. If desired, serve with additional jalapeno and sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 256 calories, Fat 13g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 50mg cholesterol, Sodium 669mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 19g protein.

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your chili. If you can, use fresh vegetables, herbs, and spices.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment. There are many different ways to make chili, so don't be afraid to try different ingredients and methods. You might be surprised at what you come up with.
  • Make a big batch. Chili is a great dish to make ahead of time, and it reheats well. This makes it a great option for busy families or for potlucks and parties.
  • Serve chili with your favorite toppings. Some popular toppings include cheese, sour cream, onions, and jalapenos. You can also serve chili over rice or cornbread.

Conclusion:

Chili is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It's a great way to use up leftover meat and vegetables, and it's also a budget-friendly meal. With so many different ways to make chili, there's sure to be a recipe that everyone will enjoy.

So next time you're looking for a hearty and satisfying meal, give chili a try. You won't be disappointed.

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