Best 7 Lisas Homemade Chili Recipes

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**Introduction:**

If you're looking for a hearty, flavorful, and comforting dish that's perfect for a chilly day, look no further than Lisa's Homemade Chili. This classic chili recipe is packed with ground beef, beans, tomatoes, and a blend of spices that will warm you up from the inside out. But that's not all - this article also includes two additional chili recipes: a Vegetarian Chili and a White Chicken Chili. So, whether you're a meat-lover, a vegetarian, or somewhere in between, you're sure to find a chili recipe in this article that you'll love.

**Recipes:**

* **Lisa's Homemade Chili:** This classic chili recipe is made with ground beef, beans, tomatoes, and a blend of spices. It's hearty, flavorful, and perfect for a chilly day.
* **Vegetarian Chili:** This meatless chili is packed with beans, vegetables, and spices. It's a great option for vegetarians and meat-eaters alike.
* **White Chicken Chili:** This creamy, flavorful chili is made with chicken, beans, corn, and a blend of spices. It's a great way to warm up on a cold day.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

THE BEST CLASSIC CHILI RECIPE



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The Best Classic Chili - This traditional chili recipe is just like mom used to make with ground beef, beans, and a simple homemade blend of chili seasonings.

Provided by Amanda Finks

Categories     Dinner     Entree     Main Course

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium yellow onion (-diced)
1 pound 90% lean ground beef
2 1/2 tablespoons chili powder
2 tablespoons ground cumin
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper* (-optional)
1 1/2 cups beef broth
1 (15 oz.) can petite diced tomatoes
1 (16 oz.) can red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 (8 oz.) can tomato sauce

Steps:

  • Add the olive oil to a large soup pot and place it over medium-high heat for two minutes. Add the onion. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add the ground beef to the pot. Break it apart with a wooden spoon. Cook for 6-7 minutes, until the beef is browned, stirring occasionally.
  • Add the chili powder, cumin, sugar, tomato paste, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and optional cayenne. Stir until well combined.
  • Add the broth, diced tomatoes (with their juice), drained beans, and tomato sauce. Stir well.
  • Bring the liquid to a low boil. Then, reduce the heat (low to medium-low) to gently simmer the chili, uncovered, for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Remove the pot from the heat. Let the chili rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 /6th of the recipe, Calories 334 kcal, Carbohydrate 34 g, Protein 25 g, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 49 mg, Sodium 1249 mg, Fiber 9 g, Sugar 10 g

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 TWO BEAN BEEF CHILI



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Easy two bean beef chili is a quick and easy recipe that your family will love. It's so hearty and is full of great Tex-Mex flavor.

Provided by Lisa Hitzeman

Categories     Main Dish

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 medium onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 lb ground beef
1 tbsp olive oil
1 15 oz can chili beans, do not drain
1 15 oz can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 28 oz can crushed tomatoes
1 1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
2 to 3 tbsp chili powder, depending on how spicy you want it to be
1 tbsp ground cumin
1/8 tsp cayenne pepper, more if you want it spicier
1 tsp dried oregano
sour cream, shredded cheese, chopped cilantro, sliced avocado - optional for garnish

Steps:

  • Heat oil in large skillet over medium high heat.
  • Once hot, add ground beef and start breaking it up with a spoon.
  • After the beef is broken up and is starting to brown, add the onion and garlic.
  • Continue cooking until beef is cooked through and the onion is soft and translucent.
  • Stir in both cans of beans and the crushed tomatoes.
  • Add salt, pepper and the spices, stirring until well combined.
  • Bring mixture to a bubble.
  • Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for at least 15 minutes to allow flavors to develop.
  • Serve with desired toppings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 527 calories, Carbohydrate 47 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 73 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 24 grams fat, Fiber 16 grams fiber, Protein 36 grams protein, SaturatedFat 7 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 1913 grams sodium, Sugar 11 grams sugar, TransFat 1 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 13 grams unsaturated fat

LISA'S HOMEMADE CHILI



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I had this recipe for years. I love to make any kind of soup. It is so delicious and spicy and tasty. My family loves it.

Provided by Lisa Johnson

Categories     Chili

Time 1h30m

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 lb ground chuck, cooked
1 big can of whole tomatoes
1 small can of tomato paste
2 cans of dark kidney beans
1 pkg chili seasoning mix
1 1/2 tsp chili powder
1 Tbsp sugar
water
1 small onion, peeled
sharp cheddar cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • 1. Brown meat and drain off fat. Put the brown meat in a large pot. Cut the tomatoes and put in the brown meat. Add kidney beans, chili seasoning mix, chili powder, tomato paste and sugar and mix well. Add six cups of water and stir well. Bring to a boil and reduce to medium-low heat and put a whole onion in chili mixture and let it cook for 2 hours until onion is tender and fall apart. If the chili is too thick and you can add more water in a each measuring cup how much you like your chili thick or thin? Put chili in a serving small bowl and put cheese on top of the chili.

LISA'S DUTCH OVEN CHILI



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This is a very delicious, hardy, and flavorful chili, however, it's not a hot and spicy chili. If you like heat and other folks in your family do not, you can definitely add hot sauce and/or jarred Jalapenos to individual bowls. I make this chili in my 6-quart enameled cast iron Dutch oven. The longer it cooks, the better it...

Provided by Lisa N

Categories     Chili

Time 3h45m

Number Of Ingredients 25

2 lb ground chuck
2 can(s) (15 oz) pinto or black beans (or one of each)
1 can(s) (15 oz) corn, drained
1 can(s) (29 oz) crushed tomatoes
1 can(s) (8 oz) tomato sauce + 1 can water
1 chicken bouillon cube
1 green bell pepper, seeded, ribbed, and chopped
1 red bell pepper, seeded, ribbed, and chopped
1 large yellow onion, chopped
3 clove garlic, peeled and diced
1 to 2 ribs of celery, chopped or diced
1/2 tsp baking soda
3 Tbsp vinegar, white or apple cider
3 Tbsp brown sugar
1 Tbsp new mexico molido ground chile powder (comes in a cellophane package)
2 tsp steak sauce
1 Tbsp paprika
1 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp dried oregano (rub it between your palms to get the flavor going before adding in)
4 Tbsp olive oil
salt and ground black pepper
shredded cheddar cheese, for topping (optional)
sour cream, for topping (optional)
jarred jalapeno peppers, for topping (optional)
hot sauce, for topping (optional)

Steps:

  • 1. Turn heat to medium-high; add 2 T olive oil to the Dutch oven; add beef. Brown beef; season with salt and pepper. After the meat is brown, turn off heat and carefully remove meat with a slotted spoon or spider to a bowl; empty grease from Dutch oven.
  • 2. Turn heat to medium-high; add 2 T olive oil to Dutch oven; add peppers, onion, and celery; season with salt and pepper. Saute, stirring with a wooden spatula or spoon, until veggies are soft.
  • 3. Add beef back to the Dutch oven; add the garlic; cook until garlic is fragrant. Add crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, water, bouillon cube, corn, and beans. Stir to combine.
  • 4. Add baking soda and stir (It will foam. This cuts down the acidity of the tomatoes and sweetens it slightly. Works great in spaghetti sauce, too!). Add in brown sugar, steak sauce, Chile powder, paprika, garlic powder, oregano, vinegar, about 2 tsp of salt, and black pepper; stir to combine. Bring it up to a bubble; cover and turn down heat to medium-low. Simmer 3 hours, stirring about every 20 to 30 minutes. Turn the heat down if it begins to stick at all, but it should not if you're using enameled cast iron.
  • 5. Serve with bread and butter, corn bread, or tortilla chips, and top with shredded cheddar cheese and sour cream. Can also be topped with pickled Jalapeno peppers and/or hot sauce.

HOMEMADE CHILI



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My boys and husband love this. Add some corn chips or Cheddar cheese and it is to die for. I have made this for my husband's work and for church functions and it is always a winner.

Provided by healthy girl

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

Time 4h23m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced, or more to taste
2 pounds lean ground beef
2 (16 ounce) cans kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 (15 ounce) can tomato puree
1 cup water
1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chile peppers
2 tablespoons mild chili powder
2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Add onion and garlic; cook and stir until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. Add ground beef; cook and stir until browned, 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Transfer beef mixture to a 6-quart slow cooker. Stir in kidney beans, diced tomatoes, tomato puree, water, green chile peppers, chili powder, salt, cumin, and black pepper.
  • Cook on Low until flavors combine, 4 to 6 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 273.7 calories, Carbohydrate 19.6 g, Cholesterol 45.7 mg, Fat 13.3 g, Fiber 6.7 g, Protein 18.8 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 959 mg, Sugar 4.3 g

SALLY'S WEST COAST CHILI



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We often have chili cook-offs at our church, so we trade lots of different recipes. I was always mixing and matching ingredients and experimenting, trying to come up with an original recipe that would be a little different. That's how I developed this one, and I never fail to get compliments on it! -Sally Grisham, Murray, Kentucky

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 3h30m

Yield 12 servings (4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 pound sliced bacon, diced
2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1/4-inch cubes
2 medium onions, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
3 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 cup barbecue sauce
1 cup chili sauce
1/2 cup honey
4 teaspoons beef bouillon granules
1 bay leaf
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 tablespoon baking cocoa
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1-1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon cayenne powder, optional
3 cans (16 ounces each) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
Shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, cook bacon until crisp; remove to paper towels to drain. Reserve 3 tablespoons drippings. , Brown beef in drippings. Add onions; cook until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Return bacon to pan. Stir in the next 12 ingredients. , Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until meat is tender, about 3 hours. , Add beans and heat through. Discard bay leaf. Garnish with cheddar cheese.

Nutrition Facts :

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. Organic beef, fresh vegetables, and flavorful spices will make a big difference in the final dish.
  • Brown the beef and vegetables well before adding the liquid. This will help develop a rich flavor and prevent the chili from being bland.
  • Use a variety of beans in your chili. This will add texture and protein to the dish.
  • Use a good quality chili powder. This is the key ingredient that will give your chili its flavor. Experiment with different brands and types of chili powder to find one that you like.
  • Add spices to taste. Chili is a versatile dish that can be customized to your liking. Add more or less chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, or cayenne pepper to achieve the desired flavor.
  • Let the chili simmer for a long time. This will allow the flavors to develop and deepen. The longer you simmer the chili, the better it will taste.
  • Serve the chili with your favorite toppings. Shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped onions, and avocado are all popular choices.

Conclusion:

Lisa's Homemade Chili is a delicious and easy-to-make recipe that is perfect for a cold winter day. With its combination of flavorful ingredients and customizable spice level, this chili is sure to be a hit with everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a hearty and satisfying meal, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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