Best 4 Bacon Chili Without Beans Recipes
In the realm of culinary delights, few dishes can rival the smoky, savory goodness of a hearty bowl of chili. While traditional chili often features an abundance of beans, those seeking a slightly different take on this classic comfort food may desire a version without beans. Enter bacon chili, a dish that marries the rich flavors of bacon with the warmth and spice of chili peppers. Whether you're a seasoned chili aficionado or simply looking for a new and exciting recipe to tantalize your taste buds, this article will guide you through the process of creating a delectable bacon chili sans beans, ensuring a satisfying and flavorful dining experience.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
BACON CHILI WITHOUT BEANS
I am not a fan of kidney beans, but I love chili and bacon. I tried switching out the beans with the bacon using my mom's chili recipe, and it was an instant hit with the family. After a couple years of tweaking the recipe to get it just right and taking it to chili cook-offs, here's what I came up with. Serve with your favorite chili mix-ins such as Cheddar cheese, Fritos®, etc. Hope you enjoy!
Provided by Darrell Haire
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Chili Recipes Beef Chili Recipes
Time 7h35m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir ground beef in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and discard grease. Transfer beef to a slow cooker.
- Brown bacon in the same skillet, stirring occasionally, until evenly browned, 7 to 10 minutes. Drain and discard grease. Transfer bacon to the slow cooker and stir with beef.
- Add diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, beef stock, onions, bell pepper, hot sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and garlic to the slow cooker; stir together with beef and bacon. Add chili powder, cayenne pepper, oregano, salt, cumin, basil, paprika, and black pepper; stir again to make sure all ingredients are mixed thoroughly.
- Cook on Low for 5 hours. Stir and continue to cook for 2 to 3 more hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 332.3 calories, Carbohydrate 11.6 g, Cholesterol 72.1 mg, Fat 21.2 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 23 g, SaturatedFat 7.8 g, Sodium 1438.4 mg, Sugar 5.9 g
SLOW-COOKER BACON CHILI
Bacon makes everything better. This easy chili combines beef, bacon and beans for a hearty slow-cooker dinner that's sure to fill you up!
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 3h30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Spray 5-quart slow cooker with cooking spray.
- In 12-inch skillet, cook bacon 12 to 14 minutes over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until crispy. Drain on paper towels. Reserve 1/4 cup; cover and refrigerate until ready to serve. Add remaining bacon to slow cooker.
- Reserve 1 tablespoon drippings in skillet. Add beef, bell pepper, onion and garlic. Increase heat to medium-high. Cook 6 to 9 minutes, stirring occasionally, until beef is thoroughly cooked; drain.
- Add beef mixture to slow cooker; stir in remaining chili ingredients. Cover; cook on High heat setting 3 to 4 hours or on Low heat setting 6 to 8 hours. Serve with reserved bacon and Toppings.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 410, Carbohydrate 36 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 7 g, Protein 28 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1190 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 0 g
NO-BEAN CHILI
I often combine the ingredients for this zesty chili the night before. In the morning I load up the slow cooker and let it go! It's so easy to prepare. -Molly Butt, Granville, Ohio
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 4h10m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Crumble beef into a 3-qt. slow cooker. Add the next 11 ingredients and mix well. Cover and cook on high for 4-6 hours or until meat is no longer pink. Serve with rice or pasta and the toppings of your choice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 225 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 71mg cholesterol, Sodium 940mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 24g protein.
BEEF CHILI WITH BACON & BLACK BEANS
I found this recipe in the March, 2003 issue of Cook's Illustrated Magazine. We just love this chili and hope that you will, too! It is best served with the optional condiments, the more variety, the better! The flavor is better if you make it a day or two before and then reheated, which means it makes great leftovers, too ;) Freezes well up to one month.
Provided by Bev I Am
Categories Meat
Time 2h35m
Yield 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 23
Steps:
- Fry bacon in large heavy-bottomed nonreactive Dutch oven over medium heat, stirring frequently, until browned, about 8 minutes.
- Pour off all but 2 tablespoons fat, leaving bacon in pot.
- Add onions, bell pepper, garlic, chili powder, cumin, coriander, pepper flakes, oregano, and cayenne; cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are softened and beginning to brown, about 10 minutes.
- Increase heat to medium-high and add half the beef; cook, breaking up pieces with wooden spoon, until no longer pink and just beginning to brown, 3 to 4 minutes.
- Add remaining beef and cook, breaking up pieces with wooden spoon, until no longer pink, 3 to 4 minutes.
- Add beans, tomatoes, tomato puree, and 1/2 teaspoon salt; bring to boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer, covered, stirring occasionally, for 1 hour.
- Remove cover and continue to simmer 1 hour longer, stirring occasionally (if chili begins to stick to bottom of pot, stir in 1/2 cup water and continue to simmer), until beef is tender and chili is dark, rich, and slightly thickened.
- Adjust seasoning with additional salt.
- Serve with lime wedges and condiments if desired.
Tips:
- To make the chili more flavorful, use a variety of chili peppers, such as ancho, guajillo, and pasilla. You can also add a chipotle pepper for a smoky flavor.
- If you don't have time to soak the dried chili peppers, you can toast them in a skillet over medium heat for a few minutes. This will help to release their flavor.
- Use a combination of fresh and canned tomatoes for the best flavor. If you're using fresh tomatoes, be sure to peel and dice them before adding them to the chili.
- Don't overcook the chili. Simmer it for at least 30 minutes, but no longer than an hour. This will help to develop the flavors and prevent the chili from becoming too thick.
- Serve the chili with your favorite toppings, such as sour cream, shredded cheese, and chopped onions.
Conclusion:
Bacon chili without beans is a delicious and hearty 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're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this bacon chili a try.
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