Best 5 Worlds Best Chili Contest Winner Recipes

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**Unravel the Secrets of the World's Best Chili: A Culinary Journey to Flavorful Delights**

Prepare your taste buds for a tantalizing adventure as we delve into the realm of chili, a dish that has captivated hearts and palates worldwide. From the vibrant streets of Mexico to the cozy kitchens of American homes, chili has evolved into a culinary masterpiece, celebrated for its bold flavors and heartwarming appeal. In this article, we present a collection of exceptional chili recipes that have won the prestigious World's Best Chili Contest, offering a passport to a world of culinary excellence. Get ready to embark on a journey of taste as we uncover the secrets behind these award-winning creations, exploring the intricate blend of spices, the perfect balance of textures, and the stories behind the passionate individuals who have dedicated their skills to crafting these extraordinary dishes.

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AWARD WINNING CHILI RECIPE



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Recipe Video Above. This Award Winning Chili Recipe won a cook-off! Perfect balance of flavor and incredibly delicious bite make this Chili the best comfort food for the colder weather.

Provided by Iryna

Categories     Soup

Time 1h35m

Number Of Ingredients 22

1 lb ground turkey thighs
1 lb ground turkey breast
2 cans (14 oz each can) diced tomatoes
1 can (14 oz) kidney beans
1 can (14 oz) white breans
6 oz tomato paste
32 oz chicken broth
1 large onion (finely minced)
1 jalapeño pepper (chopped)
1 green bell pepper (chopped)
8 cloves garlic (finely minced)
4 tbsp chili powder
1 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
2 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp ground cumin
2 tsp dried oregano
2 tsp brown sugar
2 tsp cocoa powder
1/2 tsp salt
4 tbsp olive oil
2 cups Sharp Cheddar (shredded, for serving)
8 tbsp sour cream (for serving)

Steps:

  • In a large Dutch Oven heat 2 tablespoon of olive oil. Add onion, garlic and both types of peppers and cook over medium heat stirring occasionally for 10 minutes.
  • In a medium sauté pan heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil and add ground turkey thighs and breast. Cook, stirring constantly and breaking up the big chunks with a fork until the liquid evaporates and meat is thoroughly cooked and slightly brown, about 7-10 minutes.
  • Add cooked meat into a pot with an onion and pepper mixture.
  • Pour in diced tomatoes and beans.
  • Dilute tomato paste with 1 cup of chicken broth and add into a pot.
  • Add chili powder, cayenne pepper, smoked paprika, oregano, cumin, brown sugar, cocoa powder, the remaining chicken broth and ½ teaspoon of salt.
  • Give everything a good stir, cover with a lid and reduce the heat to low. If the soup becomes too thick, add ½ cup of chicken broth.
  • Simmer for 1 hour.
  • Adjust the seasoning and serve immediately with shredded Cheddar cheese and a dollop of sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 788 kcal, Carbohydrate 77.2 g, Protein 65.6 g, Fat 26.4 g, SaturatedFat 10.5 g, Cholesterol 118 mg, Sodium 1022 mg, Fiber 20 g, Sugar 10.6 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CONTEST-WINNING VEGETARIAN CHILI



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My husband and I love vegetarian Dutch oven recipes-and this vegetarian chili is one of our favorites. It makes a huge pot that's chock-full of color and flavor. And once the chopping is done, it's quick to cook. -Marilyn Barilleaux, Bothell, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

4 medium zucchini, chopped
2 medium onions, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
1/4 cup olive oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 cans (28 ounces each) Italian stewed tomatoes, cut up
1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cumin

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, cook zucchini, onions and peppers in oil over medium-high heat until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute., Stir in remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 30 minutes or until heated through, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 131 calories, Fat 4g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 622mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

AWARD WINNING CHILI



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This delicious chili took 2nd place at our local chili cook-off! Bet you can't eat just one bowl. If it is too thick, add water 1/4 cup at a time until you reach desired consistency. Even better tasting the second day!

Provided by Jennifer

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

Time 1h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 (14.5 ounce) can stewed tomatoes, chopped
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
1 carrot, sliced
1 onion, chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
¼ cup white wine
1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes
¼ cup chopped green bell pepper
¼ cup chopped red bell pepper
⅓ cup bottled steak sauce
5 slices bacon
1 ½ pounds ground beef
1 (1.25 ounce) package chili seasoning mix
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, drained
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In a large pot over medium-low heat, combine tomatoes, tomato paste, carrot, onion, celery, wine, pepper flakes, bell peppers and steak sauce.
  • While tomato mixture is simmering, in a large skillet over medium heat, cook bacon until crisp. Remove to paper towels. Cook beef in bacon drippings until brown; drain. Stir chili seasoning into ground beef.
  • Stir seasoned beef, cumin and bacon into tomato mixture. Continue to simmer until vegetables are tender and flavors are well blended.
  • Stir in beans, cilantro and parsley. Heat through and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 373 calories, Carbohydrate 22.5 g, Cholesterol 64.2 mg, Fat 22.1 g, Fiber 6.1 g, Protein 21.7 g, SaturatedFat 7.9 g, Sodium 1168.9 mg, Sugar 6.7 g

AWARD WINNING CHILI



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My husband and I created this recipe together. He won a chili cook-off with this recipe at work. We always use venison, but you can use ground beef or turkey.

Provided by KelBel

Categories     Black Beans

Time 2h15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 lb ground beef or 1 lb ground turkey
2 onions, diced
1 green pepper, diced
1 tablespoon jalapeno, finely chopped
1 (14 ounce) can Mexican-style tomatoes (like Rotel)
2 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce
2 tablespoons cumin
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon paprika (smoked if you can find it)
1 (14 ounce) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 (14 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 cup water
sour cream
cheddar cheese
green onion

Steps:

  • In a medium Dutch oven over medium-high heat add the olive oil. Add the ground meat and cook, breaking up into pieces, until browned. Add the onions, bell pepper and jalapeno and cook until softened. Drain excess grease.
  • Add the tomatoes, tomato sauce, cumin, chili powder, salt, cayenne, paprika and 1 cup water. Mix to combine.
  • Add the kidney beans and black beans, mix and bring to a simmer. Cover and cook for 1-2 hours.
  • Serve with desired toppings.

WORLD'S BEST CHILI



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Provided by Jamie Deen

Categories     cold weather     comfort food     fall     Family Supper     guys night     tailgating     winter

Time 25m

Yield 6 to 8

Number Of Ingredients 19

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large red onion, diced
2 medium bell peppers (green and red), diced
2 stalks celery, diced
5 cloves garlic, chopped
1½ pounds lean ground beef
¼ cup chili powder
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 (6-ounce) can tomato paste
1 (28-ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 (14½-ounce) can fire roasted diced tomatoes
1 (12-ounce) can of beer
2 (15-ounce) cans kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 (15-ounce) can pinto beans, drained and rinsed
shredded cheddar cheese, for serving (optional)
sour cream, for serving (optional)
chopped green onions, for serving (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, add the onion, peppers, and celery and sauté until soft, about 4 minutes. Add the garlic and sauté for 1 to 2 minutes, just until fragrant. Stir in the beef, breaking it up with the back of your wooden spoon, and cook until browned, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in the chili powder, cumin, oregano, and cayenne and sauté for about 2 minutes more. Stir the tomato paste into the beef; this will intensify the flavor. Add both cans of diced tomatoes with their juices, the beer, and all the beans, stirring to combine.
  • Bring the chili to a boil, then reduce to a simmer, cover with a lid, and cook on medium-low for a good 2 hours, stirring on occasion to keep the chili from sticking to the bottom of the pan.
  • Cook's Note: One of the best things about making a big pot of chili is that you can freeze the leftovers. All the flavors will continue to marry together so it'll be even better when you reheat it.

Tips:

  • Use a variety of chili peppers. This will give your chili a more complex flavor. Some good options include ancho, guajillo, pasilla, and chipotle peppers.
  • Toast your chili peppers before using them. This will help to bring out their flavor and aroma.
  • Soak your beans overnight before cooking them. This will help to reduce the cooking time and make them more digestible.
  • Brown your meat before adding it to the chili. This will help to develop its flavor and prevent it from becoming dry.
  • Simmer your chili for at least 30 minutes. This will help to allow the flavors to meld together.
  • Add a variety of toppings to your chili. This could include cheese, sour cream, onions, or jalapeños.

Conclusion:

There are many different chili recipes out there, but the one that you choose will depend on your personal preferences. If you like a spicy chili, then you will want to use more chili peppers. If you prefer a milder chili, then you can use fewer chili peppers or even omit them altogether. You can also adjust the other ingredients in the chili to suit your taste. For example, if you like a thicker chili, then you can add more beans or meat. If you like a thinner chili, then you can add more liquid. The possibilities are endless, so experiment until you find a chili recipe that you love.

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