Best 5 Chipotle Beef Chili Recipes

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**Tantalizing Chipotle Beef Chili: A Symphony of Flavors for Every Occasion**

Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of chipotle beef chili, a hearty and versatile dish that promises a symphony of tastes in every bite. Crafted with a blend of succulent beef, aromatic spices, and the smoky heat of chipotle peppers, this chili is a culinary journey that satisfies both the palate and the soul. Whether you're seeking a comforting meal on a chilly evening, a flavorful addition to your next gathering, or a satisfying lunch option, this chipotle beef chili fits the bill perfectly. With variations ranging from classic to vegetarian, there's a recipe to suit every preference and dietary need.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

CHIPOTLE BEEF CHILI



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I love spicy food, so I think this chili really hits the spot. If you are sensitive to chili peppers, start out with one or two chipotles and go up from there. -Steven Schend, Grand Rapids, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 6h15m

Yield 8 servings (about 2-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 pounds beef flank steak, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 to 4 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, chopped
1/4 cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon chili powder
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
3 cans (15 ounces each) tomato puree
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) beef broth
1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • In a 4- or 5-qt. slow cooker, combine the first nine ingredients. Cook, covered, on low 6-8 hours or until meat is tender. Stir in cilantro. Freeze option: Freeze cooled chili in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally and adding a little broth or water if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230 calories, Fat 9g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 54mg cholesterol, Sodium 668mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

TEN MINUTE CHIPOTLE SPICED BEEF AND BEAN CHILI



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Southwestern style chili with chipotle peppers and beef. The chipotle peppers add a nice smoky flavor to this dish. Spice it up or spice it down, it's up to you. You can find chipotle peppers in the Mexican specialty aisle in the supermarket or at a Latin grocer. Make sure to purchase the chipotle peppers in the can with Adobo Sauce. Serve with sour cream and cheddar cheese.

Provided by Twila Davis Reed

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

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound lean ground beef
1 onion, chopped
2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chile peppers
2 (15 ounce) cans kidney beans, drained and rinsed
2 teaspoons kosher salt
2 teaspoons ground cumin
¾ teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon chili powder
3 teaspoons hot pepper sauce
¼ cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a large saute pan, brown ground beef with onion, chipotle peppers and 3 tablespoons of the adobo sauce; drain well.
  • In a large stock pot, combine beef mixture, stewed tomatoes, kidney beans, Kosher salt, ground cumin, garlic powder and chili powder. At this point, adjust to taste with hot pepper sauce. Heat through and serve garnished with Cheddar cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 538.8 calories, Carbohydrate 39.2 g, Cholesterol 92.5 mg, Fat 27.2 g, Fiber 14.7 g, Protein 34.3 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, Sodium 1948.9 mg, Sugar 1.4 g

BEEF CHILI WITH CHIPOTLE CHILIES AND CILANTRO



Beef Chili with Chipotle Chilies and Cilantro image

Categories     Soup/Stew     Bean     Beef     Ground Beef     Bon Appétit

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 pounds lean ground beef
2 cups chopped onions
3 tablespoons ground cumin
3 tablespoons chili powder
1 1/2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon chopped canned chipotle chilies in adobo sauce*
2 1/2 cups (or more) water
1 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro
Grated cheddar cheese
Sour cream
Additional chopped onion
*Canned chipotle chilies are available at Latin American markets, specialty foods stores and some supermarkets.

Steps:

  • Sauté beef and 2 cups chopped onions in large Dutch oven over high heat until beef is cooked through, stirring often and breaking up beef with back of spoon, about 10 minutes. Add cumin, chili powder, garlic powder and chipotle chilies; sauté 3 minutes. Mix in 2 1/2 cups water and 1/2 cup cilantro. Reduce heat to medium-low. Cover partially and cook 1 1/2 hours, adding more water by 1/4 cupfuls if chili becomes dry. Season with salt and pepper. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover; chill. Bring to simmer before continuing.)
  • Mix remaining 1/2 cup cilantro into chili. Ladle chili into bowls. Serve, passing cheese, sour cream and additional chopped onion separately.

BEEF SHORT RIBS IN CHIPOTLE AND GREEN CHILI SAUCE



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Make and share this Beef Short Ribs in Chipotle and Green Chili Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Bev I Am

Categories     Meat

Time 3h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
8 meaty short rib of beef, 3 inch-long
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 cups chopped onions
6 cloves garlic, minced
1 (14 ounce) can low sodium chicken broth
1 cup drained canned diced tomato
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
1 1/2 tablespoons chopped canned chipotle chiles
3 large fresh anaheim chilies, stemmed,seeded,cut into 1/4 inch-thick rings (California)
chopped fresh cilantro
lime wedge

Steps:

  • Mix first 5 ingredients in bowl; sprinkle all over short ribs.
  • Place ribs on plate; cover and chill 1 hour or up to 1 day.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Heat oil in large ovenproof pot over medium-high heat.
  • Add half of ribs and brown on all sides, about 9 minutes; transfer to plate.
  • Repeat with remaining ribs.
  • Reduce heat to medium.
  • Add onion and garlic to same pot; cover and cook until onion is soft, stirring occasionally, about 5 minutes.
  • Add broth and bring to boil, scraping up browned bits.
  • Add tomatoes, lime juice, and chipotle chilies.
  • Return ribs to pot, meaty side down, in single layer.
  • Bring to boil; cover and cook in oven until ribs are just tender, about 1 1/2 hours.
  • Remove pot from oven.
  • Tilt pot; spoon off fat.
  • Place pot over medium heat and simmer uncovered until sauce coats spoon and ribs are very tender, about 25 minutes.
  • Season sauce with salt and pepper.
  • (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cool 30 minutes, refrigerate uncovered until cold, then cover and keep refrigerated.) Bring ribs to simmer over medium heat; add chili rings.
  • Simmer until chilies soften, about 10 minutes.
  • Transfer ribs and sauce to large bowl.
  • Sprinkle with cilantro; garnish with lime wedges.
  • *Chipotlechilies canned in a spicy tomato sauce, sometimes called adobo, are available at Latin American markets, specialty foods stores, and some supermarkets.
  • Makes 4 servings.

BEEF SHORT RIBS IN CHIPOTLE AND GREEN CHILI SAUCE RECIPE - (4/5)



Beef Short Ribs in Chipotle and Green Chili Sauce Recipe - (4/5) image

Provided by Fulfords

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 1 1 teaspoon salt
1 1 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 1 1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 1 1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 1/2 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
8 8 3-inch-long 3-inch-long meaty beef short ribs
2 2 2 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 1 1/2 1/2 cups chopped onion
6 6 6 large garlic cloves, minced
1 14-ounce 1 14-ounce 14-ounce can low-salt chicken broth
1 1 1 cup drained canned diced tomatoes
1/4 1/4 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
1 1/2 1 1/2 1/2 tablespoons chopped canned chipotle chilies*
3 3 1/4-inch-thick large fresh Anaheim (California) chilies, stemmed, seeded, cut into 1/4-inch-thick rings
Chopped fresh cilantro
Lime wedges

Steps:

  • Mix first 5 ingredients in bowl; sprinkle all over short ribs. Place ribs on plate; cover and chill 1 hour or up to 1 day. Preheat oven to 350°F. Heat oil in large ovenproof pot over medium-high heat. Add half of ribs and brown on all sides, about 9 minutes; transfer to plate. Repeat with remaining ribs. Reduce heat to medium. Add onion and garlic to same pot; cover and cook until onion is soft, stirring occasionally, about 5 minutes. Add broth and bring to boil, scraping up browned bits. Add tomatoes, lime juice, and chipotle chilies. Return ribs to pot, meaty side down, in single layer. Bring to boil; cover and cook in oven until ribs are just tender, about 1 1/2 hours. Remove pot from oven. Tilt pot; spoon off fat. Place pot over medium heat and simmer uncovered until sauce coats spoon and ribs are very tender, about 25 minutes. Season sauce with salt and pepper. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cool 30 minutes, refrigerate uncovered until cold, then cover and keep refrigerated.) Bring ribs to simmer over medium heat; add chili rings. Simmer until chilies soften, about 10 minutes. Transfer ribs and sauce to large bowl. Sprinkle with cilantro; garnish with lime wedges

Tips:

  • Prep the Ingredients: Dice the onion, mince the garlic, and chop the bell pepper into small pieces. Cut the beef into 1-inch cubes and set aside. This will help save time and ensure all ingredients are ready for cooking.
  • Use Quality Ingredients: Opt for fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. Choose flavorful beef chuck roast or stew meat for a rich taste. Use ripe, flavorful tomatoes and fresh herbs for maximum flavor.
  • Brown the Beef: Searing the beef in a hot skillet before adding it to the chili pot creates a flavorful crust and adds depth to the chili's flavor. Make sure the beef is browned on all sides for optimal taste.
  • Simmer for Rich Flavor: Allow the chili to simmer for at least 1 hour, or longer if time permits. This allows the flavors to meld and develop, resulting in a deeply flavorful chili.
  • Adjust Seasoning to Taste: Taste the chili and adjust the seasoning accordingly. Add more chili powder, cumin, salt, or pepper to suit your preference.

Conclusion:

This Chipotle Beef Chili recipe is a hearty, flavorful dish that is perfect for a chilly day or a casual get-together. The combination of tender beef, smoky chipotle peppers, and a blend of spices creates a satisfying and delicious chili that is sure to be a hit. So, gather your ingredients, follow the step-by-step instructions, and enjoy a bowl of this irresistible Chipotle Beef Chili!

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