Best 8 Dads Chili Recipes

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**Tantalizing Taste of Dad's Chili: A Culinary Adventure for Chili Lovers**

Indulge in the irresistible flavors of Dad's Chili, a hearty and comforting dish that embodies the essence of culinary warmth and satisfaction. This classic American comfort food is a symphony of bold flavors, featuring a rich and flavorful broth brimming with tender chunks of beef, beans, and an array of aromatic spices. With its versatility, Dad's Chili can be easily personalized to suit diverse palates, making it an ideal dish for both intimate family gatherings and lively potlucks. Explore a collection of Dad's Chili recipes within this article, each offering unique variations that cater to different preferences and dietary needs. From the classic beef chili to vegetarian and turkey chili alternatives, these recipes promise an explosion of flavors that will leave taste buds dancing with delight. Whether you're a chili aficionado or simply seeking a comforting meal, Dad's Chili is guaranteed to hit the spot and leave you craving more.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

DAD'S HOMEMADE CHILI



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Make and share this Dad's Homemade Chili recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ALH7401

Categories     Pork

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb ground beef
1 lb sausage
3 jalapenos
3 (4 ounce) cans chopped green chilies
1 onion
2 (15 ounce) cans hot chili beans (typically use Bushs Best hot)
2 (15 ounce) cans mild chili beans (typically use Bushs Best mild)
1 (29 ounce) can tomato sauce
butter
chili powder (to taste)
garlic (to taste)
cumin (to taste)

Steps:

  • Chop onion and jalapeno.
  • Saute onion and jalapeno in butter.
  • While onion sautes brown the beef and sausage, drain.
  • To a large stock/soup pot over low heat add beans, green chilis, and tomatoes.
  • Add onion and jalapeno when tender to pot and add meat when brown.
  • Add chili powder, garlic, and cumin.
  • Cook for approximately 45 minutes over low heat, stirring frequently.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 903.8, Fat 35, SaturatedFat 12.2, Cholesterol 95.3, Sodium 2141.6, Carbohydrate 98.8, Fiber 18.4, Sugar 9.8, Protein 52

DAD'S CHILI



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I remember dad making his chili at a church gathering over an open flame in a giant cast iron pot. Much more ingredients was add of course .I think the secret of the great taste is in the Tabasco sauce, I'm not double daring you I'm saying it's appropriate.Best served with jalapeno and bacon corn bread.

Provided by PamelaJean Summers

Categories     Chili

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 13

5 can(s) dark or light kidney beans ( i use the dark)
2/16 oz diced tomatoes
1 large yellow onion
1 large green bell pepper
3-5 lb ground beef - hamburg
2 Tbsp chili powder ( leave out if, your serving small children )
1 pkg chili mix ( hot or not ) brand ? well you decide.
2/15 oz tomato sauce
1 can(s) tomato paste, no salt added ( your salt is in the other ingredients) for thicker chili you can add another can.
2/3 dash(es) tabasco sauce ( this is better than pepper)
1 pinch cyan pepper ( leave out if serving children)
DAD ALWAYS LIKE HIS CHILI HOT, SAVED MORE FOR HIM : ) I LEARNT TO ADJUST IT . YOU CAN TOO.
1 c water optional

Steps:

  • 1. Best to have everything close and in easy reaching distance . let's go > Dice onion, chop bell pepper.Using a large skillet place ground beef/ hamburg and onion. Brown and drain of fat. Add bell pepper and continue simmering low heat with lid.
  • 2. While your beef is simmering open all your cans Drain kidney beans ALL BUT ONE CAN. In Large pot dump caned kidney beans, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce. Add your Beef ,onions and pepper to lg. pot stir it all up.Add your chili mix , chili powder,cyan pepper and tomato paste .Stir It all up
  • 3. simmer it till it's all hot ) remember everything is already cooked . Now your dashing with the Tabasco saute .. less or more your decide, too thick add some water. Enjoy.

DAD'S FAMOUS CHILI RECIPE



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This recipe is my Dad's recipe that he's been making for years. It is always a hit in our house and one of my favorite dishes. This chili is pretty spicy, so if you can't take the heat, reduce the amount of red pepper and cayenne pepper. Last thing -- you have to have this chili over rice, otherwise it's just not complete! Enjoy!

Provided by Mups501

Categories     Beans

Time 2h20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 lbs lean ground beef
1 1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 medium onion (chopped)
1 red bell pepper (sliced)
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground chipotle chile pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 cup chili powder
1 (26 ounce) can tomato puree
2 (16 ounce) cans chopped tomatoes
2 (16 ounce) cans dark red kidney beans, drained
1 -2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Brown beef in skillet and drain fat.
  • Heat oil in separate frying pan and add 1/2 of the chopped onions, sauté until soft, but not brown.
  • In blender, purify the other 1/2 of onion, the red bell pepper, garlic, black pepper, and tomato puree.
  • Pour the blended ingredients, ground beef, and sautéed onions into a crock pot or a large stock pot.
  • Add the chopped tomatoes, kidney beans, chipotle, cayenne pepper, crushed red peppers, chili powder and stir.
  • Simmer in pot for about 2 hours, stirring every 15 minutes.
  • The longer you leave it cooking on low heat, the more the spices and seasonings will blend together and the better it will be.
  • Serve over cooked white rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 446.5, Fat 15.7, SaturatedFat 5.2, Cholesterol 73.7, Sodium 439.8, Carbohydrate 43.6, Fiber 13.5, Sugar 9.4, Protein 35.9

DAD'S CHILI



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A combination of ground beef and pork is simmered with tomatoes, pinto beans, bell peppers, and onion in this meaty chili.

Provided by DNACLOWN

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chili Recipes     Pork Chili Recipes

Time 1h35m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 ½ pounds ground beef
1 pound ground pork
½ cup butter
2 cloves garlic, diced
1 pound green bell pepper, chopped
1 ½ pounds onion, chopped
2 (15 ounce) cans pinto beans, rinsed and drained
5 cups canned diced tomatoes with their juice
½ cup chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons chili powder, or more to taste
1 ½ teaspoons ground black pepper
1 ½ teaspoons monosodium glutamate (such as Ac'cent®)
1 tablespoon salt
1 ½ teaspoons ground cumin

Steps:

  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and stir in the ground beef and ground pork. Cook and stir until the meat is crumbly, evenly browned, and no longer pink. Drain and discard any excess grease. Set meat aside. Melt the butter in the pot over medium heat. Stir in the garlic, bell pepper, and onion; cook and stir until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the cooked meat, pinto beans, tomatoes, parsley, chili powder, pepper, monosodium glutamate, salt, and cumin. Cover and bring to a boil, then reduce heat, and simmer for 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 415.2 calories, Carbohydrate 20 g, Cholesterol 104 mg, Fat 25.5 g, Fiber 5.5 g, Protein 27.2 g, SaturatedFat 11.5 g, Sodium 1079.2 mg, Sugar 5.9 g

DAD'S CHILI



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I am not a big lover of chili but growing up I always loved my Dad's chili. I didn't have the recipe when he died and after lots of digging in my memories and trial and errors I finally figured it out. It's a 'sweet' chili rather than a spicy one but could very easily be spiced up. It always gets rave reviews whenever I make it. I use a packet of McCormick's Original Chili Seasoning for seasoning and it's awesome!

Provided by CoreyAnn

Categories     Meat

Time 8h15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 onion, chopped
1 green pepper, chopped
1 (28 ounce) can whole tomatoes
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes
2 (14 ounce) cans light red kidney beans
1 lb ground beef
season with chili seasoning mix

Steps:

  • Scramble fry ground beef, drain fat.
  • Add in crushed tomatoes and seasoning. Stir until well mixed.
  • Place onions and peppers in the bottom of the crock and add in all ingredients including beef mixture.
  • Cook on low for 8 hours, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 628.7, Fat 19, SaturatedFat 7, Cholesterol 77.1, Sodium 731.9, Carbohydrate 76.4, Fiber 22.3, Sugar 19.1, Protein 43

DAD'S CHILI (WENDY'S COPYCAT)



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Make and share this Dad's Chili (Wendy's Copycat) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Mike McCarthy

Categories     Meat

Time 1h50m

Yield 15 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 lbs fresh ground beef
1 quart tomato juice
1 (29 ounce) can tomato puree
1 (15 ounce) can red kidney beans, drained
1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans, drained
1 medium-large onion, chopped
1/2 cup celery, diced
1/4 cup green pepper, diced
1/4 cup chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin (if you like real flavor, add more)
1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • In a frying pan, brown the ground beef; drain.
  • Put the drained beef and the remaining ingredients into a 6-quart pot.
  • Cover the pot; let it simmer for 1 to 1 1/2 hours, stirring every 15 minutes.
  • Serve over fresh rice.

DAD'S SUPER-BOWL CHILI



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This is my Dad's Chili recipe. I had to practically torture it out of him when he heard I was wanting to post it to share on Recipezaar! I explained to him that it will get reviews and he told me to say that if you did't like it, you must have somehow screwed it up ;) I hope you enjoy it as much as we always do.

Provided by InMemoryofBrats

Categories     Low Cholesterol

Time 2h10m

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 lbs lean ground beef
6 large onions
6 bell peppers (red and green)
3 (28 ounce) cans whole tomatoes (drained and broken up)
3 (15 ounce) cans kidney beans (drained and rinsed)
1 (28 ounce) can tomato sauce
3 teaspoons salt
3 bay leaves
2 1/2 ounces chili powder
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or to taste *HOT*)
1 (10 ounce) jar of pitted Spanish olives (drained)

Steps:

  • Brown beef in large skillet then drain fat.
  • Chop peppers and onions into"thumb size" chunks.
  • Combine all ingredients into 10 Quart pot.
  • Bring to boil.
  • Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 1 hour stirring often.
  • If you like your chili thinner than this, add beer to thin, not water.
  • (When serving, we like to garnish with sharp cheddar or sour cream and crackers or cornbread.).

DAD'S VENISON CHILI



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This is my Dad's awesome chili recipe. He got a deer this year so I actually got to make it tonight with some ground venison he had given us. This one puts together quick, with just an onion and a pepper to dice, then waiting and enjoying that great smell. Deeeeee-licious!

Provided by MelMay

Categories     Deer

Time 1h40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 1/2 lbs ground venison
1 medium sweet onion, chopped
1 medium yellow bell pepper, chopped
32 ounces anasazi beans
28 ounces tomato puree
14 1/2 ounces diced tomatoes (chili style)
3 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 bay leaf, broken in half
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon cayenne (or more, to taste)
4 tablespoons ground cumin
1 tablespoon cumin seed
1 dash cinnamon
fresh ground pepper
1 1/2 cups water

Steps:

  • Brown the venison in a stock pot (I use non-stick).
  • Add onion and pepper, saute until slightly soft, about 5-10 minutes.
  • Add remaining ingredients, cover, and simmer for 1.5 hours.
  • I serve mine with a little sour cream and diced onion on top, and some crusty bread.
  • My husband insists this is sacrilege, and serves his with shredded cheese and crumbled crackers.
  • We agree that it is best served with an ice cold beer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 286.3, Fat 10.3, SaturatedFat 4.1, Cholesterol 90.8, Sodium 590.3, Carbohydrate 22.3, Fiber 5.9, Sugar 9.4, Protein 29.4

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. The better the ingredients, the better the chili will be.
  • Brown the meat well. This will help to develop the flavor of the chili.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different spices. Chili is a versatile dish that can be customized to your own taste.
  • Simmer the chili for at least 30 minutes. This will help to meld the flavors and make the chili more flavorful.
  • Serve the chili with your favorite toppings. Some popular toppings include cheese, sour cream, onions, and cilantro.

Conclusion:

Dad's chili is a hearty, flavorful dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. It's easy to make and can be customized to your own taste. So next time you're looking for a delicious and satisfying meal, give Dad's chili a try.

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