"Bonnie's Easy Western Style Chili" is a delicious and hearty dish that is perfect for a cold night or a casual get-together. It gets its unique flavor from a combination of lean ground beef, aromatic spices, and a variety of fresh and canned ingredients. The chili is simmered until the flavors have melded and the beef is tender, resulting in a thick and flavorful dish that is sure to satisfy. So, put on your apron and get ready to embark on a culinary adventure as we guide you through the steps of creating this delectable Western-style chili.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
BONNIE'S CHILI
This chili is incredibly easy to make, and has a surprising depth of flavor for something that comes together in no time before the slow cooker takes over the work. I can make this for people who like it hot or mild just by changing the salsa. You can make it really spicy if you add hot peppers and hot salsa. -Bonnie Altig, North Pole, Alaska
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 5h25m
Yield 8 servings (2-1/2 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a Dutch oven, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink, 8-10 minutes, breaking into crumbles; drain. Transfer to a 4- or 5-qt. slow cooker. Stir in remaining ingredients. Cook, covered, on low until heated through, 5-6 hours. If desired, serve with optional toppings.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 323 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 71mg cholesterol, Sodium 1027mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 31g protein.
ONE RECIPE, TWO MEALS: SOUTHWEST-STYLE CHILI
The chili starts off the same for everyone: browned seasoned beef, a dose of veggies, black beans, tomatoes and a little bit of tomato sauce. At this point the kids' version is ready! To up the ante for the adults, I added a bit of beer, beef stock, more chili powder, a minced jalapeno and brown sugar to round it out.
Provided by Bev Weidner
Categories main-dish
Time 1h5m
Yield 4 servings (2 kids, 2 adults)
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Let's make the kids' version first. In a large pot, brown the ground beef all over, until no longer pink. If you need to drain the fat, go right ahead! Add the cumin, 1 teaspoon chili powder and a good pinch of salt. Saute for a minute or so. Add the garlic, onion and bell pepper. Saute until the veggies soften and the garlic is fragrant, another couple of minutes.
- Add the beans, diced tomatoes and tomato sauce. Stir to combine and let simmer for 10 minutes. Taste it. The kids will dig that, right?
- Ladle out about a cup for each of your littles. Top each bowl with shredded Cheddar and serve cornbread on the side!
- Now let's finish this out for the adults. To the pot, add the beer, beef stock, jalapeno, brown sugar and the remaining 2 teaspoons chili powder. It will feel pretty soupy at this point, but let it simmer for another 20 minutes or so, stirring once in a while. Taste it one more time for any seasoning adjustments. Maybe a little salt? Lime juice? Go for it.
- Serve it with shredded cheese, sliced jalapeno, sour cream and torn cilantro sprigs. Boom.
COWBOY CHILI
Make and share this Cowboy Chili recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Tisy Adams
Categories < 4 Hours
Time 1h15m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, cook ground beef, garlic and onion over medium heat, stirring until beef is browned, about 10 minutes.
- Drain well.
- Stir tomatoes with liquid, broth, chili powder, cumin, oregano and cayenne pepper into beef mixture.
- Reduce heat to low.
- Cover and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 1 hour.
- Add pinto beans and salt.
- Cook stirring, for 15 minutes longer.
- note: The flavor of the chili actually improves once the ingredients blend making this the perfect do-ahead meal.
- Refrigerate chili until ready to use, then reheat over low heat.
WILD WEST CHILI
My sister-in-law, who has cooked for many years at the family ranch, shared this hearty recipe with me. I make it often during the winter-it sure can warm you up after being outside doing chores!
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 1h30m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large saucepan over medium heat, brown bacon and the beef or venison; drain. Add the seasonings; cook and stir for 5 minutes. Stir in tomatoes, celery, onion, carrots and green pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 40 minutes. Stir in beans; cook 30 minutes longer.
Nutrition Facts :
JUST LIKE WENDY'S® CHILI
After trying several clone recipes and adjusting them to my tastes, I've concocted what I think is the best clone. Serve topped with finely diced white onions and/or shredded cheese. Enjoy!
Provided by MontanaChef
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Chili Recipes Beef Chili Recipes
Time 1h35m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Press ground beef into the hot oil to form one large patty; let the bottom brown, 8 to 10 minutes. Stir and break the ground beef into crumbles and cook until no longer pink, about 5 more minutes.
- Stir celery, onion, and green bell pepper into ground beef and cook until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes; pour in stewed tomatoes, diced tomatoes with green chiles, tomato sauce, and water. Break apart large chunks of stewed tomatoes. Stir in chili seasoning.
- Mix kidney beans and pinto beans into chili, season with salt and black pepper, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 1 hour. Mix vinegar into chili.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 326.1 calories, Carbohydrate 28.8 g, Cholesterol 55.1 mg, Fat 14.8 g, Fiber 7.8 g, Protein 22.6 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 1521 mg, Sugar 8.3 g
SOUTHWESTERN CHILI
Steps:
- In a casserole cook the onions, peppers and garlic in the oil over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes. Add the chili powder, cumin and oregano and cook, stirring, for 3 minutes. Add the tomato paste and cook, stirring, for 2 minutes more. Add the beef and cook, stirring occasionally, until no longer pink. Add the tomatoes, 1 cup of the broth, the vinegar and chocolate and bring the mixture to a boil, crushing the tomatoes with the back of a spoon. Simmer the chili, covered, for 1 hour, adding additional broth, if necessary. Add the kidney beans and simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes more. Ladle into bowls and serve with rice and desired toppings.
WESTERN STYLE CHILI
This flavorful one pot recipe for Western-Style Chili includes creamy beans, fresh peppers, and hearty meat.
Provided by Knorr
Categories Knorr®
Time 30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Season ground beef with salt and pepper if desired. Heat large deep nonstick skillet over medium-high heat and cook ground beef, onion and green pepper until beef is browned, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in chili powder and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 30 seconds, Add water, beans and tomatoes and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Stir in Knorr® Rice Sides™ - Rice Pilaf; reduce heat and simmer covered, stirring occasionally, until rice is tender, about 7 minutes. Serve, if desired, with shredded Monterey Jack, Pepper Jack or Mexican blend cheese and corn bread.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 482.9 calories, Carbohydrate 53.9 g, Cholesterol 79 mg, Fat 15.1 g, Fiber 11.8 g, Protein 33.5 g, SaturatedFat 5.6 g, Sodium 524.7 mg, Sugar 5.3 g
BONNIE'S EASY WESTERN STYLE CHILI
Many years ago, I attended an event, and they served this chili in little cups for a $1. I went bonkers over it! I bought three cups in a row, trying to figure out how they made it. I begged and begged for the recipe. Finally, to get rid of me, they gave it to me! (You have no idea how persuasive I can be!) It is our go-to chili, and you won't believe how easy it is to make and how good it tastes! You won't ever need another recipe for chili! This one is no fail! Enjoy!
Provided by BonniE ! @ReikiHealsTheSoul
Categories Beef
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Brown the meat and onions in a large skillet. Add the seasonings, tomatoes, and tomato sauce. Simmer for about 15 minutes.
- Add the cans of chili, stir, and simmer for about a half hour. If you allow it to sit overnight and let the flavors blend, it is awesome. I heat it up in the crockpot the next day. Great for get togethers! Enjoy!
- My Bazlama Bread is excellent paired with this chili. You will find it located here on Justapinch at this link: https://www.justapinch.com/recipes/bread/other-bread/bonnies-bazlama-turkish-bread.html
Tips:
- Choose the right meat: Ground beef is the classic choice for chili, but you can also use ground turkey, chicken, or lamb. If you're using ground beef, choose a leaner variety to reduce the fat content.
- Don't overcrowd the pan: When browning the meat, don't overcrowd the pan. This will prevent the meat from cooking evenly and will result in a greasy chili.
- Use a variety of beans: Don't just stick to one type of bean. Using a variety of beans will give your chili more flavor and texture.
- Add some heat: If you like your chili spicy, add some diced jalapeños or chili peppers. You can also add a teaspoon of chili powder or cayenne pepper.
- Simmer for flavor: The longer you simmer your chili, the more flavor it will develop. Simmer for at least 30 minutes, or even longer if you have time.
- Serve with your favorite toppings: Chili is a versatile dish that can be served with a variety of toppings. Some popular choices include shredded cheese, sour cream, diced onions, and avocado slices.
Conclusion:
With its bold flavors and hearty ingredients, chili is a classic comfort food that's perfect for a cold winter day. Whether you're a fan of traditional beef chili or prefer a more unique variation, there's sure to be a chili recipe out there that you'll love. So next time you're looking for a delicious and satisfying meal, give one of these chili recipes a try. You won't be disappointed!
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