Best 5 Really Good Chili Recipes

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**Introduction:**

Indulge in the hearty and flavorful world of chili, a dish that has delighted taste buds for centuries. Originating in Mexico, chili has evolved into a beloved staple in many cultures, with countless variations and recipes passed down through generations. This comprehensive guide presents a diverse collection of chili recipes, each offering a unique flavor profile and culinary experience. From classic beef chili to vegetarian and vegan options, this article has something for every chili enthusiast. Dive into the world of spices, savor the richness of tomatoes, and discover the perfect balance of heat and comfort in every bite. Whether you prefer a traditional approach or a modern twist, this exploration of chili recipes will ignite your taste buds and leave you craving more.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

BEST CHILI RECIPE



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The best chili recipe you'll ever eat is right here! Our beef chili is made with ground beef, beans, diced tomatoes, and a homemade chili seasoning.

Provided by Lee Funke

Categories     Chili

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 lb. ground beef (we used 15% fat)
1/2 medium yellow onion (finely diced)
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 15-oz. can pinto beans (drained and rinsed)
1 15-oz. can kidney beans (drained and rinsed)
1 15-oz. can tomato sauce
1 15-oz. can diced tomatoes
3 tablespoons tomato paste
1 tablespoon maple syrup
3 tablespoons chili powder
2 teaspoons garlic powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon ground pepper
1 cup beef broth (chicken broth or water works too)
shredded cheddar cheese
Fritos
green onion

Steps:

  • First, heat a large stockpot over medium/high heat.
  • Then, add ground beef, yellow onion, and minced garlic and sauté for 7-10 minutes or until beef is fully browned.
  • Next, add pinto beans, kidney beans, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and maple syrup to the pot and stir to combine.
  • Add spices and 1 cup of broth and stir to combine.
  • Bring beef chili to a boil, then reduce heat to low and let simmer for 10-15 minutes to thicken.
  • Top with your favorite toppings and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 367 kcal, Sugar 11 g, Fat 14 g, Carbohydrate 38 g, Fiber 11 g, Protein 24 g, ServingSize 1 serving

BEST DAMN CHILI



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After years of adjustments I have found a recipe for all to enjoy. Previous ones were either too hot or too mild, this one even was to the liking of my finance who hates chili.

Provided by Danny Jaye

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

Time 2h50m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 28

4 tablespoons olive oil
1 yellow onion, chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 Anaheim chile pepper, chopped
2 red jalapeno pepper, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 ½ pounds lean ground beef
¼ cup Worcestershire sauce
1 pinch garlic powder, or to taste
2 beef bouillon cubes
1 (12 fluid ounce) can or bottle light beer (such as Coors®)
1 (28 ounce) can crushed San Marzano tomatoes
1 (14.5 ounce) can fire-roasted diced tomatoes
1 (12 ounce) can tomato paste
½ cup white wine
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 tablespoons ground cumin
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon chipotle pepper sauce
2 ½ teaspoons dried basil
1 ½ teaspoons smoked paprika
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 (16 ounce) cans dark red kidney beans (such as Bush's®)
1 cup sour cream
3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
½ teaspoon ground cumin

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat; cook and stir onion, bell pepper, Anaheim pepper, jalapeno peppers, and garlic in the hot oil until softened.
  • Meanwhile, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir beef in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes; add Worcestershire sauce and garlic powder. Crumble bouillon cubes over beef and add beer. Continue to cook , scraping any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet, until liquid is hot, about 3 minutes. Stir beef mixture into pepper mixture.
  • Stir crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and wine to the beef mixture. Season with chili powder, 2 tablespoons cumin, brown sugar, pepper sauce, basil, paprika, salt, oregano, and black pepper. Bring to a boil and reduce heat to medium-low. Cover and simmer until meat and vegetables are very tender and flavors have developed in the chili, about 90 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Mix kidney beans into beef and vegetables. Continue to simmer until beans are hot, about 30 minutes more.
  • Blend sour cream, cilantro, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon cumin in a food processor until smooth. Serve sour cream mixture with chili.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 406.3 calories, Carbohydrate 27.6 g, Cholesterol 74.4 mg, Fat 21.1 g, Fiber 7 g, Protein 25.2 g, SaturatedFat 7.8 g, Sodium 1014.5 mg, Sugar 7.4 g

THE BEST EVER CHILI



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My dad and my father-in-law are the gurus in our chili-loving clan. But after my honeymoon to New Mexico, inspired by the fresh and fragrant chile peppers at the Santa Fe farmers market, I felt it was time to introduce them to my spicy, meaty version with a touch of masa harina. -Sarah Farmer, Taste of Home Culinary Director

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 1h40m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 23

3 dried ancho or guajillo chiles
1 to 2 cups boiling water
2 tablespoons tomato paste
3 garlic cloves
1/4 cup chili powder
1-1/2 teaspoons smoked paprika
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 pound ground beef
1-1/2 teaspoons Montreal steak seasoning
2 pounds beef tri-tip roast, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
2 teaspoons salt, divided
2 teaspoons coarsely ground pepper, divided
2 tablespoons canola oil, divided
1 large onion, chopped (about 2 cups)
1 poblano pepper, seeded and chopped
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1-1/2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
3 cups beef stock
1 bottle (12 ounces) beer
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each ) fire-roasted diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, drained
3 tablespoons masa harina
Optional: American cheese slices, sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, diced red onion and corn chips

Steps:

  • Combine chiles and enough boiling water to cover; let stand until softened, about 15 minutes. Drain, reserving 1/3 cup of the soaking liquid. Discard stems and seeds. Process chiles, tomato paste, garlic and reserved liquid until smooth. , In a small skillet, toast chili powder, paprika and cumin over medium heat until aromatic, 3-4 minutes; remove and set aside. In a Dutch oven, cook and stir ground beef and steak seasoning over medium-high heat until beef is no longer pink, about 5 minutes; remove and drain. , Sprinkle steak cubes with 1 teaspoon each salt and pepper. In same Dutch oven, brown beef in batches in 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high heat; remove and set aside. Saute onion and poblano pepper in the remaining 1 tablespoon oil until tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in toasted spices, oregano and pepper flakes. Add the cooked meats along with stock, beer, tomatoes, beans, remaining salt and pepper, and chile paste mixture. Cook over medium heat 20 minutes; reduce heat to low. Stir in masa and simmer 30-45 minutes longer. Serve with desired toppings. Freeze option: Freeze cooled chili in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally; add a little broth or water if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 473 calories, Fat 20g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 103mg cholesterol, Sodium 1554mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 41g protein.

REALLY GOOD CHILI



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Darn good chili! I like to serve with cornbread and sometimes rice!

Provided by Opal Jackson-Cakmak

Categories     Other Soups

Number Of Ingredients 1

opal's chili

Steps:

  • 1. Ingredients 1 pound lean ground beef 1 cup chopped onion 1/2 red bell pepper, chopped 3 tablespoons chili powder 2 teaspoons minced garlic 1 bay leaf 1 (14.5 ounce) can peeled and diced tomatoes 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, drained 1 cup spaghetti sauce 1 cup salsa 1/4 cup taco sauce Directions 1. In a large saucepan or stockpot, cook ground beef, onion and red pepper until beef is browned. Drain off excess fat. 2. Stir in the chili powder, garlic, bay leaf, diced tomatoes, spaghetti sauce, salsa and taco sauce. Lower heat and simmer for 1 1/2 hours, stirring occasionally. Stir in beans just before serving and heat through.

THE BEST BOWL OF CHILI I'VE EVER HAD...



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I actually took 5 chili recipes and took out all the things I didn't like and kept all the things I did. This has become my very own version of the perfect bowl of chili!

Provided by Dee Licious

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 1/2 lbs ground beef
1 large chopped onion (yellow or white)
4 minced garlic cloves
2 tablespoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
2 (15 1/2 ounce) cans kidney beans
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
1/2 teaspoon Tabasco sauce
1 (4 ounce) can chopped jalapenos
1 teaspoon Splenda sugar substitute (or sugar)
1 cup dark beer (Newcastle or ?)
1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican mix)
1/2 cup sour cream

Steps:

  • Cook ground beef in large frying pan.
  • While cooking, stir and chop beef with spatula to crumble.
  • Continue cooking for about 7 minutes or until the meat is brown and cooked through.
  • Add the onion, garlic, chili powder, salt, cumin, oregano, cayenne, and tabasco.
  • Cook while stirring, until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
  • Transfer to large pot. Add the Kidney beans (juice and all), canned tomatoes (juice and all), the tomato paste, jalapenos (yep, juice and all), splenda (or sugar), and beer.
  • Stir well and bring to a boil.
  • Lower the heat to medium-low and simmer, uncovered, for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Top individual bowls of chili with a dollop of sour cream and a generous sprinkle of cheese.

Tips:

  • Use High-Quality Ingredients: Opt for fresh, flavorful ingredients to ensure your chili is packed with taste. Choose ripe tomatoes, tender beef, and aromatic spices.
  • Brown the Beef: Browning the beef adds depth of flavor to the chili. Sear it in a hot pan until well-browned, then drain off any excess fat. This step enhances the meat's richness and prevents it from becoming bland.
  • Sauté the Vegetables: Sautéing the vegetables in olive oil brings out their natural sweetness and intensifies their flavors. Cook them until softened but still retain a slight crunch.
  • Use a Variety of Spices: Don't be afraid to experiment with different spices to create a unique flavor profile. Chili powder, cumin, oregano, and paprika are classic choices, but you can also add chipotle powder, cayenne pepper, or smoked paprika for an extra kick.
  • Don't Skimp on the Liquids: A well-balanced chili needs a combination of liquids to create a rich, flavorful broth. Use a mixture of beef broth, water, and diced tomatoes to achieve the perfect consistency.
  • Simmer for Flavor: Simmering the chili for at least 30 minutes allows the flavors to meld and develop. Cover the pot and let it simmer gently over low heat, stirring occasionally.
  • Adjust Seasoning: Taste the chili as it simmers and adjust the seasoning accordingly. Add more salt, pepper, or spices as needed until you achieve a harmonious balance of flavors.

Conclusion:

Follow these tips and you'll create a hearty, flavorful bowl of chili that will warm you up from the inside out. Serve it with your favorite toppings, such as shredded cheese, sour cream, diced avocado, or crushed tortilla chips, for a complete and satisfying meal. Enjoy!

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