Best 7 American Cantina Chili Recipes

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American Cantina Chili, a zesty and flavorful dish, is a delightful blend of spices, tender meat, and beans that offers a unique culinary experience. This hearty chili, with its origins in the vibrant cantinas of the American Southwest, embodies the essence of comfort food while tantalizing taste buds with its rich and robust flavors. Whether you prefer a classic version or desire a contemporary twist, this versatile dish offers endless possibilities to customize and explore the culinary delights of American Cantina Chili.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

ALL AMERICAN CHILI



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Make and share this All American Chili recipe from Food.com.

Provided by AZRT8871

Categories     Low Cholesterol

Time 1h45m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

6 ounces hot sweet Italian turkey sausage
2 cups chopped onions
1 cup chopped green bell pepper
8 cloves garlic, minced
1 lb ground sirloin
1 jalapeno pepper, chopped
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon ground cumin
3 tablespoons tomato paste
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 bay leaves
1 1/4 cups merlot or 1 1/4 cups other fruity red wine
2 (28 ounce) cans whole tomatoes, undrained and coarsely chopped
2 (15 ounce) cans kidney beans, drained
1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese (2 ounces)

Steps:

  • Heat a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  • Remove casings from sausage.
  • Add sausage, onion, and the next 4 ingredients (onion through jalapeno) to pan; cook 8 minutes or until sausage and beef are browned, stirring to crumble.
  • Add chili powder and the next 7 ingredients (chili powder through bay leaves), and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  • Stir in wine, tomatoes, and kidney beans; bring to a boil.
  • Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
  • Uncover and cook for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Discard the bay leaves.
  • Sprinkle each serving with cheddar cheese.

AMERICAN CANTINA CHILI



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I don't usually make chili with ground beef, but I like this one. Spice it up if you like it hotter. I like the flavor of the jalapenos coming through in this one, so I eat it as is.

Provided by PalatablePastime

Categories     Beans

Time 1h

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 lbs ground chuck
2 large onions, chopped
5 -6 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
12 ounces Corona beer (or other Mexican beer)
29 ounces diced tomatoes with juice
1/2 cup canned jalapeno slices (with a little juice)
15 1/2 ounces tomato sauce
2 beef bouillon cubes
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon black pepper (your choice) or 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (your choice)
1 tablespoon ground cumin
3 tablespoons chili powder
1 (15 1/2 ounce) can kidney beans, undrained
tortilla chips (optional) or cracker (optional)

Steps:

  • Brown beef in oil with onions and garlic; drain.
  • Stir in beer, tomatoes, jalapeno slices, tomato sauce, bouillon cubes, salt, sugar, pepper, and cumin.
  • Bring mixture to a boil, then reduce heat, cover and simmer for 35-45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Mix in chili powder and beans, and cook over medium heat, until beans are heated.
  • Serve hot with tortilla chips or crackers and hot sauce on the side, if desired.

CRAZY CANTINA CHILI



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Provided by Robin Davis

Categories     Soup/Stew     Bean     Tomato     Kid-Friendly     Chickpea     Fall     Small Plates

Yield Makes 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans
1 can (16 ounces) black beans
1 can (16 ounces) garbanzo beans
1 onion
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons chili powder
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes with juice
1 cup tomato juice
salt and pepper to taste
shredded cheddar cheese
sour cream or plain yogurt

Steps:

  • Open the cans of beans. Drain off the liquid from the cans into the sink. Set the beans aside.
  • Put the onion on a cutting board. Carefully slice off the root end and the stem end. Use your fingers to strip off the dry skin. Then cut the onion in half from the top to the bottom. Hold an onion half cut side down and thinly slice it crosswise. Now hold the slices together and cut across them in the opposite direction. Be sure to keep your fingers clear of the knife blade. Set aside.
  • Put the oil in a large saucepan. Set the pan on the stove and switch on the heat to medium-high. When the oil is hot, add the chopped onion and stir with the wooden spoon until tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the chili powder and cayenne pepper and stir for 30 seconds.
  • Add the beans, the crushed tomatoes, and the tomato juice. Stir well. Reduce heat to medium low and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Serve the chili with the cheese and sour cream on the side.

AMERICA'S FAVORITE CHILI



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Provided by Jeff Mauro, host of Sandwich King

Time 2h45m

Yield 10 to 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 tablespoons olive oil
3 pounds ground sirloin or chuck
1 teaspoon baking powder
2 medium white onions, diced
2 tablespoons dried ancho chile powder
1 tablespoon ground cumin
2 teaspoons smoked paprika
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon dried Mexican oregano
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 3/4 cups beef stock
1 tablespoon demi-glace (concentrated beef stock )
One 28-ounce can diced tomatoes
One 15-ounce can red kidney beans, rinsed and drained
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Sliced scallions, chopped fresh cilantro, sour cream, pickled jalapenos and shredded aged yellow Cheddar, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat a large pot over medium heat and add oil. Add beef and sprinkle with baking powder. Brown beef, stirring to break up into smaller chunks, until no longer pink, 5 to 10 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, remove beef to a bowl.
  • Add onions to pot and turn heat down to low. Cook, stirring occasionally, until soft, 8 to 10 minutes. Stir in chile powder, cumin, smoked paprika, cayenne and oregano and cook for another 2 minutes to bloom. Add garlic and saute for 30 more seconds. Add beef stock, demi-glace, tomatoes and beans. Add beef back in along with any reserved juices and simmer, partially covered and stirring frequently, for 2 hours. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Garnish with scallions, cilantro, sour cream, pickled jalapenos and aged Cheddar.

CHILE CON QUESO



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 40m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/4 pounds white American cheese, diced or shredded
2/3 cups milk
1/2 cup diced onion
1/4 cup diced Anaheim chiles
1/4 cup chopped canned sliced jalapenos
1/4 cup diced canned whole, peeled tomatoes
1 teaspoon chopped fresh garlic
3/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Serving Suggestions: Tortilla chips

Steps:

  • Heat the cheese and milk in double boiler until melted and smooth. Add the remaining ingredients and continue to cook, stirring occasionally, for 20 minutes. Transfer the fondue to a lit and warm fondue pot or small chafing dish. Serve immediately with tortilla chips.

ALL-AMERICAN CHILI



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Pork and beans make this an all-American meal everyone enjoys.-Cheryl Groenenboom, Rose Hill, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 4-6 servings (1-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 can (15-3/4 ounces) pork and beans
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed tomato soup, undiluted
1 can (10-1/2 ounces) condensed vegetable beef soup, undiluted
Shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, brown the beef, onion and pepper until the beef is no longer pink; drain. Stir in beans and soups. Simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes or until heated through. Garnish with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 255 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 39mg cholesterol, Sodium 903mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 20g protein.

AWARD WINNING CHILI CON CARNE



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This chili recipe is many years in the making and I have won several awards with it. I think you'll be pleased with it. You can alter it to your own spice levels to achieve your perfect chili. Garnish with shredded mozzarella cheese, and use corn chips for dipping.

Provided by CHEFJIMMY

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

Time 2h35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 22

4 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 yellow onion, chopped
2 ½ pounds lean ground beef
2 beef bouillon cubes
⅔ cup red wine
2 (16 ounce) cans whole peeled tomatoes, chopped, juice reserved
garlic cloves, crushed
1 (12 ounce) can tomato paste
1 ½ teaspoons paprika
2 ½ teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 ½ teaspoons dried basil
½ teaspoon dried oregano
2 tablespoons dried parsley
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon salt
12 drops hot pepper sauce (e.g. Tabasco™)
1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, drained
3 tablespoons flour
3 tablespoons corn meal
½ cup water

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Cook green pepper, and onion, until softened. Add the ground beef and cook until browned. Crumble over bouillon cubes, and stir in wine; continue to cook for a few minutes. Stir in chopped tomatoes, garlic, and tomato paste. Season with paprika, chili powder, cayenne pepper, basil, oregano, and parsley. Stir in salt and pepper.
  • Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to medium low. Cover, and simmer for 90 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Stir in kidney beans, and hot pepper sauce. You can add the reserved tomato juice if more liquid is needed. Continue to simmer for an additional 30 minutes.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, corn meal, and water until smooth. Stir into chili, and cook for a further 10 minutes, or until chili has thickened up.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 494.6 calories, Carbohydrate 29.1 g, Cholesterol 85.8 mg, Fat 27.2 g, Fiber 7.5 g, Protein 31.6 g, SaturatedFat 8.9 g, Sodium 1211.6 mg, Sugar 9.2 g

Tips:

  • Use a variety of chili peppers to create a complex flavor profile. Some good options include ancho, guajillo, pasilla, and chipotle peppers.
  • Toast the chili peppers before using them to enhance their flavor.
  • Use a combination of ground beef and ground pork to create a richer flavor.
  • Add plenty of spices to the chili, such as cumin, chili powder, and paprika.
  • Use a variety of vegetables in the chili, such as onions, peppers, and tomatoes.
  • Simmer the chili for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to develop.
  • Serve the chili with a variety of toppings, such as sour cream, shredded cheese, and chopped cilantro.

Conclusion:

American Cantina Chili is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is perfect for a casual meal with friends and family or a special occasion. With so many different variations to choose from, there is sure to be a recipe that everyone will love. So next time you are looking for a hearty and flavorful meal, give American Cantina Chili a try. You won't be disappointed!

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