Best 11 Chili Bean Stew Recipes

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When the chilling winds howl, there's nothing more comforting than a hearty bowl of chili bean stew. This classic dish is a symphony of flavors, with savory beans, tender meat, and aromatic spices simmering together in a rich, flavorful broth. Whether you prefer your stew thick and hearty or light and brothy, there's a recipe out there to satisfy your cravings.

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CHILI STEW



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This thick zippy stew from Amy Short of Lesage, West Virginia is loaded with familiar ingredients, such as ground beef, tomatoes, kidney beans and chili beans. Chili powder and green chilies season it just right.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
1 small green pepper, chopped
2 cans (16 ounces each) hot chili beans, undrained
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15-1/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes with garlic and onion
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
2 tablespoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven or large saucepan, cook the beef, onion and green pepper over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 263 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 812mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 10g fiber), Protein 19g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BEAN-AND-BEEF CHILI



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 2h40m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 to 4 tablespoons vegetable oil, plus more as needed
3 pounds boneless beef chuck, cut into 3/4-inch pieces
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
2 large onions, chopped
8 cloves garlic, chopped
1/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon dried oregano
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 28-ounce can whole plum tomatoes, coarsely crushed with your hands
1 3/4 cups low-sodium beef broth
1/3 cup brewed espresso or strong coffee
2 15-ounce cans pinto beans, drained and rinsed
Shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream and/or diced avocado, for topping

Steps:

  • Heat 1/2 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Pat the beef dry and season with salt and pepper. Brown in batches, about 4 minutes, adding more oil as needed. Transfer to a plate.
  • Reduce the heat to medium and add 1 1/2 tablespoons oil to the pot. Add the onions and garlic; cook, stirring, until golden, about 6 minutes. Add 1/3 cup chili powder, the oregano and tomato paste; cook, stirring, 30 seconds.
  • Return the meat to the pot and stir in the tomatoes with their juices, broth, espresso and pinto beans. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer, partially covered, until the beef is tender, about 2 hours.
  • Stir the remaining 2 tablespoons chili powder into the chili. Divide among bowls. Top with cheese, sour cream and/or avocado.
  • Hot:
  • This base recipe is relatively tame; a last-minute hit of chili powder adds just a touch of heat.
  • Hotter:
  • Add 5 crumbled dried arbol chiles to the pot with the tomato paste, then continue as directed.
  • Hottest:
  • Add 5 crumbled dried arbol chiles with the tomato paste and continue as directed, omitting the beans. Stir in 1 cup chopped pickled jalapenos before serving.

CHILI BEEF STEW



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"Given to me by my mother, this spicy stew became a favorite with my own five children," writes Evelyn Bullington from Temple City, California. We've pared it down for a twosome. Tip: Leftover beef broth can be frozen for a future use.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h50m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 pound beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 teaspoons canola oil
3/4 cup chopped onion
2/3 cup chopped green pepper
1 cup canned diced tomatoes
1/2 cup beef broth
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1-1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1 small garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/3 cup canned pinto beans, rinsed and drained

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, brown meat in oil on all sides. Remove and set aside. In the same pan, saute onion and green pepper until tender. Return meat to the pan. , Stir in the tomatoes, broth, parsley, chili powder, garlic, cumin and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1-1/2 to 2 hours or until meat is tender. Stir in beans; heat through.

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SLOW-COOKED STEW MEAT CHILI



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This hearty chili is truly a snap to prepare. After browning the beef and stirring in the spices to give them a slightly toasted flavor, you simply toss everything into a slow cooker and let the mixture simmer all day. Garnish with sour cream, chopped fresh parsley, and chopped red onion.

Provided by Katie

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

Time 6h25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 ½ tablespoons vegetable oil
¾ pound cubed beef stew meat
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 (16 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 (16 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 ¾ cups beef broth, divided
1 large onion, chopped
1 small green or red bell pepper, chopped
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons barbeque sauce
1 ½ tablespoons brown sugar
2 cloves garlic, or more to taste, minced
¾ teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add stew meat and brown for 2 minutes, stirring often. Add chili powder and cumin; cook and stir until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute more. Transfer meat to a large slow cooker.
  • Add diced tomatoes, black beans, kidney beans, 1 1/2 cups beef broth, onion, bell pepper, parsley, barbecue sauce, brown sugar, garlic, and salt to the slow cooker; stir until well combined.
  • Cover and cook on Low, stirring occasionally, until beef is tender, 6 to 8 hours. Thin the chili with remaining beef broth as it cooks, if consistency is too thick.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 267.8 calories, Carbohydrate 30.4 g, Cholesterol 23.4 mg, Fat 9.3 g, Fiber 9.5 g, Protein 15.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 966.9 mg, Sugar 7.1 g

GROUND BEEF CHILI WITH BEANS



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A delicious mix of ground beef, chorizo, beans, and vegetables in a hearty tomato base. I entered it in a chili cook-off and it won!

Provided by Marla L

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

Time 1h25m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 20

4 (28 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
2 pounds lean ground beef
2 pounds chorizo sausage
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 large onions, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
3 tablespoons ground cumin
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 tablespoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 (15.5 ounce) cans black beans, rinsed and drained
1 (15.5 ounce) can pinto beans, rinsed and drained
1 (15.5 ounce) can small red kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 large green bell pepper, chopped
1 large red bell pepper, chopped
1 large yellow bell pepper, chopped
14 ⅜ ounces frozen corn
1 dash hot sauce (such as Frank's RedHot ®), or more to taste
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro, or more to taste

Steps:

  • Pour tomatoes into a large stockpot over medium heat.
  • 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 the stockpot.
  • Cook and stir chorizo in the same hot skillet over medium-high heat until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and discard grease. Transfer chorizo to the stockpot.
  • Heat oil in the same skillet over medium-high heat. Saute onions and garlic until very well cooked and translucent, 7 to 10 minutes. Add cumin and chili powder and cook for about 3 minutes more. Transfer onions to the stockpot with lime juice, salt, and black pepper. Stir black beans, pinto beans, and kidney beans into the pot.
  • Heat the skillet over medium-high heat and lightly saute bell peppers, about 5 minutes. Add to the stockpot.
  • Add corn to the stockpot and season with additional salt and pepper. Add hot sauce to taste and simmer for 30 minutes more. Sprinkle cilantro on top and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 686.5 calories, Carbohydrate 46.8 g, Cholesterol 105.9 mg, Fat 36.2 g, Fiber 13.6 g, Protein 41.8 g, SaturatedFat 12.9 g, Sodium 2477.5 mg, Sugar 10.2 g

BLACK BEAN-CHORIZO STEW



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This chili-like stew relies on spicy, fresh green chorizo for its bright, zesty flavor. It only takes half an hour to make your own green chorizo, but you can substitute any kind of fresh (uncured) store-bought sausage, as long as it's got a kick. Then add some chopped garlic, along with minced parsley and roasted poblano pepper for the green factor. Serve it over rice, or with corn or flour tortillas on the side. Here are several other dishes you can make with chorizo.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     dinner, lunch, soups and stews, main course

Time 1h45m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 large white onion, diced
1/2 batch (12 ounces) homemade green chorizo (see recipe), or use another spicy fresh sausage
1/4 cup chopped cilantro stems, leaves reserved for serving
7 cups cooked black beans (from 4 cans or 1 pound dried beans), drained
1 (28-ounce) can diced plum tomatoes with their juices
2 teaspoons kosher salt, more as needed
Diced avocado, for serving
Sliced scallion, for serving
Lime wedges, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat oil over medium heat in a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottom pot. Add onion and cook until softened, 5 to 10 minutes. Stir in chorizo and cilantro stems and cook 5 minutes over high heat, or until much of the liquid has evaporated.
  • Stir in beans, tomatoes and their liquid, and 1 cup water. Bring mixture to a boil over high heat; reduce to medium.
  • Partly cover pot and simmer until tomatoes have fallen apart, about 1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutes. Season with salt. Serve topped with avocado, scallion, cilantro leaves and lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 376, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 42 grams, Fat 15 grams, Fiber 15 grams, Protein 21 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 731 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams

CHILI BEAN STEW



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Another vegetarian stew that has become one of my favourite. Serve with sour-dough bread to mop up the juices. Soaking time not included in preparation time.

Provided by Chef Dudo

Categories     Stew

Time 2h15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/2 lb red kidney beans, uncooked
5 cups water
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 lb onion, peeled and finely chopped
1 garlic clove, crushed
1/2 lb mixed vegetables, scrubbed and chopped (e.g. celery, pepper, carrot)
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon chili powder
1 (14 ounce) can tomatoes
2 tablespoons tomato puree
3 tablespoons red wine
2 ounces bulgur wheat or 2 ounces couscous
2 1/2 cups stock (liquid reserved from cooking the beans)
1 tablespoon lemon juice
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Soak the beans overnight in water, drain and rinse well.
  • Bring the beans to the boil in the 5 cups of water, let boil for ten minutes.
  • Then cover the pot and simmer for a further 35 - 40 minutes.
  • When the beans are soft, drain and reserve the stock for use later.
  • Heat the oil in a large saucepan, gently fry the onions and garlic for a few minutes and then add the chopped vegetables, beans, and spices.
  • Stir well and cook for 5 minutes
  • Add the tomatoes, tomato purée, red wine, bulgur wheat or couscous
  • Stir and then add the stock.
  • Bring the mixture to the boil, cover the pan and simmer for about 30 minutes.
  • Add the lemon juice, season with salt and pepper.
  • Cook 20 - 30 minutes
  • Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 199.3, Fat 4.2, SaturatedFat 0.6, Sodium 104, Carbohydrate 32.3, Fiber 8.8, Sugar 7.2, Protein 8.5

CHICKEN-CHILE STEW



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Poblano chiles kick this chicken stew up a notch. Tender pieces of meat and cannellini beans make this a hearty lunch or dinner.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken     Chicken Thighs

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 1/2 pounds bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 10)
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
2 teaspoons safflower oil
3 poblano chiles, ribs and seeds removed, chopped (about 1 3/4 cups)
1 large onion, chopped (about 3 cups)
4 cloves garlic, minced (about 2 tablespoons)
1 tablespoon lightly packed finely chopped fresh oregano leaves
1 tablespoon chili powder
4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
3 cans (15.5 ounces each) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
Lime wedges, for serving
Cilantro sprigs, for serving
Salsa fresca (from Salsa Fresca Salad), for serving

Steps:

  • Season chicken with salt and pepper. Heat oil in a large, heavy pot over medium-high heat. Add half of chicken, skin-side down. Cook, turning once, until both sides are golden brown, about 10 minutes. Transfer to a plate. Repeat with remaining chicken.
  • Carefully remove and discard all but 2 tablespoons fat from pot; reduce heat to medium. Add chiles, onion, and garlic. Cook, stirring occasionally and scraping browned bits from bottom of pot, until onion is softened and golden in spots, about 5 minutes. Add oregano and chili powder. Cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  • Return chicken with accumulated juices to pot, along with broth and 4 cups water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until a thermometer inserted into thickest part of thighs (without touching bone) registers 165 degrees, 8 to 10 minutes. Transfer chicken to a plate; let stand until cool enough to handle.
  • Meanwhile, mash half of beans to a paste in a bowl with a potato masher. Stir mashed beans into pot with remaining whole beans. Increase heat to medium and bring to a simmer. Simmer, uncovered, until liquid has thickened slightly, about 10 minutes.
  • Remove and discard chicken skins and bones. Pull meat into bite-size shreds and stir into stew. Simmer until heated through, about 1 minute. Reduce heat to low to keep warm until ready to serve. Serve with lime wedges, cilantro sprigs, and salsa fresca.

BEEF CHILI WITH STEWED PINTO BEANS



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Provided by Moira Hodgson

Categories     dinner, one pot, main course

Time 1h30m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound pinto beans
1 medium onion, chopped
Bouquet garni (thyme and pars- ley sprigs and bay leaf tied in a cheesecloth bag)
4 to 6 dried California or ancho chilies
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
2 1/2 pounds stewing beef, cut in 1-inch cubes and trimmed of fat
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic, peeled
2 bay leaves
1 1/2 tablespoons browned toasted cumin seeds
1 tablespoon fresh oregano
2 to 3 tablespoons Hungarian paprika
1 tablespoon sugar

Steps:

  • Cover beans with water, bring to boil and drain. Add fresh water to cover. Add onion and bouquet garni and simmer gently, covered, for 30 minutes.
  • Using rubber gloves to protect your hands from juices, which can sting your eyes, remove stems and seeds from the chilies. Tear them into strips and place in large bowl. Add three cups boiling water and let the chilies soak for 30 minutes.
  • Season beans with salt and pepper; simmer until cooked (about 30 minutes more), adding more water if necessary. Discard bouquet garni.
  • Meanwhile, pat the meat cubes dry with paper towels. Heat oil in large, enameled cast-iron casserole. Brown cubes of meat a few at a time, turning them with tongs so that they brown on all sides. When all meat has been browned, return it to casserole.
  • Pour chilies and soaking liquid into bowl of a food processor or blender along with garlic. Blend until smooth (as two batches if you prefer).
  • Add chili-garlic liquid to meat along with remaining ingredients and three cups of water. Simmer for one hour, adding more water as necessary to keep chili from drying out. Taste and correct seasoning. (If chili isn't hot enough, add more paprika). Simmer for another 30 minutes.
  • Serve the beans separately.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 468, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 47 grams, Fat 12 grams, Fiber 13 grams, Protein 45 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 544 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams

CHILI BEEF STEW



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Make and share this Chili Beef Stew recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Julie Bs Hive

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 1h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 lbs boneless beef chuck, cut into cubes
1/4 cup flour
1 1/2 tablespoons butter
1 onion, finely chopped
1 garlic clove, mined
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can tomatoes, chopped
1 (4 ounce) can green chilies, chopped
1 (28 ounce) can red kidney beans, drained & rinsed
3/4 cup cheddar cheese, finely chopped

Steps:

  • Sprinkle beef cubes with S&P, coat lightly with flour, shaking off excess. Brown beef cubes well in heated butter in Dutch oven until lightly browned. When beef is done remove from pan and cook onion is same pan, stirring frequently until soft and lightly browned.
  • Return beef to pan, mix in garlic, salt, cumin and chili powder. Add tomatoes and their liquid and green chilies. Bring to boiling, cover, reduce heat and simmer until beef is tender. Skim and discard fat.
  • Mix in beans. Continue cooking, uncovered, stirring occasionally until thickened slightly about 20 minutes.
  • Sprinkle with cheese. Cook a few minutes longer to melt it.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 544.6, Fat 18, SaturatedFat 8.4, Cholesterol 136.9, Sodium 581.5, Carbohydrate 41.1, Fiber 11.4, Sugar 4.1, Protein 54.3

FIVE-BEAN CHILLI



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Batch-cook this vegan five-bean chilli, then freeze in portions for busy weeknights. With beans, tomatoes and peppers, it's full of nutritious, filling veg

Provided by Esther Clark

Categories     Dinner, Main course, Supper

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 14

1½ tbsp rapeseed oil
1 onion , sliced
2 peppers , sliced
2 garlic cloves , crushed
1 tbsp ground cumin
1 tbsp ground coriander
2 tsp hot smoked paprika
400g can chopped tomatoes
400g can mixed beans , drained
400g can black beans , drained
pinch of sugar
250g brown rice
½ small bunch coriander , chopped
soured cream or guacamole, to serve (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a casserole dish and fry the onion and peppers for 10 mins over a medium heat until the onion is golden brown. Add the garlic and spices, and fry for 1 min. Pour in the tomatoes, both cans of beans, 50ml water, then add the sugar and season. Simmer, stirring regularly, for 15-20 mins until thickened.
  • Meanwhile, cook the rice following pack instructions. Serve the chilli on the rice and scatter over the coriander. Top with a spoonful of soured cream, or guacamole, if you like.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 439 calories, Fat 8 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 69 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 10 grams sugar, Fiber 14 grams fiber, Protein 16 grams protein, Sodium 0.04 milligram of sodium

Tips:

  • Use a variety of beans: Different beans have different flavors and textures, so using a variety will give your stew a more complex flavor. For example, you could use black beans, kidney beans, and pinto beans.
  • Soak your beans overnight: Soaking your beans overnight will help to soften them and reduce the cooking time. If you don't have time to soak your beans overnight, you can quick-soak them by boiling them for 1 minute, then removing them from the heat and letting them sit for 1 hour.
  • Use a flavorful broth: The broth you use will make a big difference in the flavor of your stew. Use a broth that is flavorful and has a rich taste. For example, you could use beef broth, chicken broth, or vegetable broth.
  • Add plenty of vegetables: Vegetables add flavor, texture, and nutrients to your stew. Some good vegetables to add include carrots, celery, onions, and potatoes.
  • Season your stew well: Don't be afraid to season your stew well. Use a variety of spices and herbs to create a flavor that you enjoy. Some good spices to add include chili powder, cumin, paprika, and garlic powder.
  • Let your stew simmer for a long time: The longer your stew simmers, the more flavorful it will be. Simmer your stew for at least 1 hour, or even longer if you have time.

Conclusion:

Chili bean stew is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. With a few simple tips, you can make a delicious chili bean stew that your whole family will enjoy.

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