Best 5 Dave The Cookers Chili Recipes

**Dave the Cooker's Chili: A Symphony of Flavors to Warm Your Soul**

Dave the Cooker's chili is not just a dish; it's an experience that tantalizes your taste buds and warms your soul. This hearty and flavorful chili is a symphony of spices, meats, and fresh ingredients that come together to create a dish that is both comforting and exciting. From the classic beef chili to the unique white chicken chili and the vegetarian-friendly black bean chili, Dave's recipes offer a variety of options to suit every palate. Each chili is packed with bold flavors, distinct textures, and a perfect balance of heat that will leave you craving for more. So, grab your apron, gather your ingredients, and embark on a culinary journey with Dave the Cooker's chili recipes.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

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

Ingredients

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.

DAVE'S CHILI

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We love to make chili together, and we usually play around with it all day, adding this and that, and it is never the same, but today's batch was exceptional so I thought I would put it here for future reference. The original recipe is supposedly from Conway Twitty that my husband obtained from an anesthesiologist he was working with at the time. Conway supposedly won a Texas chili cook-off with it. But this is our version of his great recipe that has evolved over the years. It's a little hot/spicy, but you can adjust the amount of seasonings if you want it milder. Feel free to play around with it. Hope you enjoy. Someday I'll post the original of Conway's chili recipe. NOTE: I have updated this recipe with a few changes including not draining the beans and using only 1 can of Rotel. And in the directions to add extra water as needed. I like the added flavor of not draining the beans. :)

Provided by Nimz_

Categories Meat

Time 3h25m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 20

Ingredients

3 -4 lbs ground beef
4 tablespoons olive oil
8 cups water
8 -10 dried chili pods
10 garlic cloves, minced
2 bay leaves
3 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon ground red pepper
1 teaspoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon dried onion flakes
2 -4 tablespoons Mexican chili powder (start with 2 and increase to suit your taste buds)
3 tablespoons flour
6 teaspoons cornmeal
1/4 cup water
1 (16 ounce) can dark red kidney beans (more to taste)
1 (15 1/2 ounce) can pinto beans (more to taste)
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can petite cut diced tomatoes (more to taste, Note ( To kick this up a little more use 1 10 oz cans of Rotel)

Steps:

Heat olive oil in a large pot.
Add the hamburger meat (or double ground brisket if using) and brown; drain off excess fat).
Add the minced garlic, 8 cups of water and the dried chili pods and bring to a boil.
Reduce heat and simmer for an hour.
Remove the chili pods and any stems that may have fallen off the pods.
Add the bay leaves through the Mexican Chili Powder and stir.
To thicken the chili, mix the flour and cornmeal with 1/4 cup of water until smooth, then add to the chili and stir well.
Add the Beans and Tomatoes.
Mix well and bring to a boil.
Reduce heat and simmer for 1 1/2-2 1/2 hours. The longer it cooks the better it gets. Add a little water as it cooks down. :).
NOTE: If it gets too thick, just add a little water. We serve this with cheddar cheese or chopped onions on top and crackers or cornbread.

SLOW COOKER CHILI

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A great chili should be richly spiced, with layers of deep, savory flavor. Here, that big flavor comes from the usual contenders, but also from the unexpected additions of unsweetened cocoa, soy sauce and Worcestershire, which provide complexity. This recipe makes a thick, comforting chili that can be prepared in a slow cooker or in a Dutch oven on the stovetop. Chili is perhaps the ideal slow-cooker dish because its flavor improves with a long, slow simmer. This makes a big batch, perfect for a cold-weather get-together, but if you're making it for a smaller group, the leftovers freeze well.

Provided by Sarah DiGregorio

Categories dinner, weekday, soups and stews, main course

Time 4h30m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 27

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large yellow or red onion, finely chopped
Kosher salt
2 pounds ground beef, 80 percent lean, 20 percent fat
8 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 (6-ounce) can tomato paste
1 tablespoon sweet paprika
2 teaspoons chipotle powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons garlic powder
2 teaspoons onion powder
2 teaspoons mustard powder
2 teaspoons hot smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon cayenne powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
12 ounces (1 1/2 cups) pilsner beer, such as Modelo Especial
1 (14-ounce) can diced or crushed tomatoes in juice
1/4 cup cider vinegar
2 tablespoons maple syrup or dark brown sugar
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 teaspoons beef stock bouillon paste, such as Better Than Bouillon
1 1/2 teaspoons unsweetened cocoa powder
2 (14-ounce) cans kidney beans, drained and rinsed
2 (14-ounce) cans pinto beans, drained and rinsed
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
Hot sauce, grated sharp Cheddar, sliced scallions, sour cream and crushed tortilla chips, for serving

Steps:

Heat the oil in a large Dutch oven over medium. Add the onion, season with salt, and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion is softened and translucent, about 8 minutes. Increase the heat to medium-high, add the beef and garlic, season with salt and cook, breaking the beef into crumbles with a spatula, until the beef has lost its pink color, 8 to 10 minutes. Stir in the tomato paste and cook until slightly darkened and caramelized, about 1 minute. Stir in all the spices and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the beer and stir, scraping the bottom of the pan.
Transfer the beef mixture into a 5- to 8-quart slow cooker. Stir in the tomatoes, vinegar, maple syrup, soy sauce, beef bouillon paste, cocoa, beans and 1/2 cup water. Cover and cook on low for at least 4 hours and up to 6 hours. (The chili can hold well on warm for an additional 2 hours.)
When ready to serve, stir in the Worcestershire sauce. If the chili is too thick, stir in a bit of water until the texture is to your liking. Season to taste with salt. Serve in bowls and pass the toppings at the table.

DAVE'S 15 DEGREE CHILI

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This Chili is my husband's specialty and is a HUGE event at our house. People and pets start roaming around the kitchen when they see Papa pull out the chopping block and peppers! It's very thick and hearty and the vegetables and peppers add a special flavor that is missing in a lot of chili. Definitely has a little kick to it - but you can serve it to the kids!

Provided by Denise

Categories One Dish Meal

Time 2h45m

Yield 5-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

Ingredients

2 lbs ground round
1 fresh jalapeno pepper, chopped fine
1 green pepper, diced
1 yellow pepper, diced
1 red pepper, diced
1 yellow sweet onion, diced
1 fresh habanero pepper
2 (15 ounce) cans tomato sauce
1 (15 ounce) can red kidney beans
1 (15 ounce) can chili beans
1 (15 ounce) can seasoned black beans
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
1 (10 ounce) can mild Rotel tomatoes & chilies
chili seasoning mix (for 2 pounds of beef)
1 bottle beer
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon white pepper

Steps:

Chop the peppers and onions and place in a large soup pot.
Add the remaining spices, beans, tomato sauce& paste, and the beer.
Stir well and let rest.
Brown the ground round in a large skillet and add to the soup pot.
Stir well and simmer on low to medium heat for 1-2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 460.9, Fat 2, SaturatedFat 0.4, Sodium 1608.3, Carbohydrate 86.2, Fiber 22.1, Sugar 15.2, Protein 26.3

DAVE'S OLD FASHIONED CHILI

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I have a 1994 edition of Colorado Cooks for Education. There are over 400 celebrity contributors, one of which is Dave Thomas, founder of Wendy's. Here is his recipe for chili. I think it's different than what is served today! I have not tried this recipe to compare, but thought it would be interesting to include it for all us chili fans.

Provided by Toni in Colorado

Categories Meat

Time 1h15m

Yield 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

2 lbs ground beef
1 quart tomato juice
29 ounces tomato puree (1 large can)
15 ounces kidney beans (1 can dark red, drained)
15 ounces beans (1 can small red beans, drained)
1 1/2 cups onions, chopped (1 medium onion)
1/2 cup celery, diced
1/4 cup chili powder
2 teaspoons cumin
1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

In a frying pan, brown ground beef. Drain. Add remaining ingredients and drained ground beef into a 6 quart pot. Cover and simmer 1 to 1 1/2 hours, stirring every 15 minutes.
A note added: "Dave likes to add fresh, chopped onions on top of his chili serving.".
My note: I'm guessing that by "small red beans" he meant pinto beans.
This yields 16 (8 ounce) servings.

Tips:

Choose the right chili base: This recipe uses a combination of beef broth and tomato sauce, but you can also use chicken broth or vegetable broth. If you want a spicier chili, add some cayenne pepper or diced jalapeños.
Brown the beef and sausage: Browning the beef and sausage before adding them to the chili helps to develop their flavor and create a richer, more complex dish.
Use a variety of beans: This recipe uses three different types of beans: kidney beans, black beans, and pinto beans. You can use any type of beans you like, but be sure to use a variety of colors and textures for a more interesting dish.
Simmer the chili for at least 30 minutes: Simmering the chili for a long period of time allows the flavors to meld and develop. The longer you simmer it, the better it will taste.
Season the chili to taste: Be sure to taste the chili before serving and adjust the seasonings as needed. You may want to add more salt, pepper, chili powder, or cumin. You can also add a squeeze of lime juice or a dollop of sour cream for a finishing touch.

Conclusion:

This Dave the Cooker's Chili recipe is a hearty, flavorful dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like it mild or spicy, this chili is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you are looking for a delicious and satisfying meal, give this recipe a try.