Craving a hearty and flavorful meal that satisfies your hunger and warms your soul? Look no further than the classic comfort food, chunky chili. This versatile dish is packed with succulent chunks of tender meat, a variety of beans, and a robust blend of spices, all simmering in a rich and savory broth. Whether you prefer beef, chicken, or turkey as your protein of choice, chunky chili is a delicious and flexible recipe that can be tailored to your preferences. With its hearty texture, bold flavors, and customizable toppings, chunky chili is the ultimate comfort food for any occasion.
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CHUNKY BEEF CHILI
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 1h50m
Yield 10 to 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Heat a Dutch oven over medium heat. Season the chuck roast with salt and pepper. Add the oil to the pot and sear the chuck roast until browned, 7 to 8 minutes. Remove from the pot, then add the ground beef. Cook until browned, 7 to 8 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for 2 minutes, then return the chuck roast back to the pot with the beer and tomatoes.
- Using scissors, snip the guajillo chiles into small strips. Add to the mixture and bring to a boil. Add the chili powder, cumin, oregano and 2 tablespoons salt, then reduce to a simmer and cook for an additional 10 minutes to allow the flavors to combine.
- Mix the masa with enough water to form a paste, then add it to the pot. Add the pinto and kidney beans and cook until the chili thickens, 5 to 10 minutes. Adjust the seasoning and simmer for 1 hour.
- Serve with fixings such as pico de gallo, sour cream and lime wedges.
CHUNKY CHILI
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 3h30m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- Heat the butter and olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the salt and pepper to the flour in a bowl and mix. Sprinkle the meat with salt and pepper, then toss in the flour. When the butter has melted and the oil is hot, add the meat to the pot and brown on all sides, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Add the garlic and stir. Dump in the tomato sauce, chili powders, cumin and hot sauce and stir to combine. Add the beer, beans and 1 cup hot water. Allow to simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until the meat is tender, 2 1/2 to 3 hours.
- Meanwhile, mix together the sour cream, chipotle peppers and adobo sauce in a small bowl until combined. Set aside.
- Taste the chili and adjust the seasoning as needed.
- Serve the chili topped with the chipotle cream. Garnish with the diced red onion and cilantro.
SLOW-COOKED CHUNKY CHILI
Pork sausage, ground beef and plenty of beans make this chili a marvelous meal. I keep serving-size containers of it in my freezer at all times so I can quickly warm up bowls on busy days. -Margie Shaw, Greenbrier, Arkansas
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 4h15m
Yield 12 servings (3 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large skillet, cook beef and sausage over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Transfer to a 5-qt. slow cooker. Stir in the remaining ingredients. , Cover and cook on high for 4-5 hours or until vegetables are tender. If desired, serve with shredded cheese, chopped onion and sour cream. , Freeze option: Before adding toppings, cool chili. Freeze chili and toppings separately in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally and adding a little water if necessary. Sprinkle with toppings.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 329 calories, Fat 13g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 44mg cholesterol, Sodium 1158mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 21g protein.
CHUNKY BEEF CHILI
Using sirloin and sausage makes this chili especially hearty. Garnish with shredded Monterey Jack cheese, pickled jalapenos, and thinly sliced red onion, as desired.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Beef Recipes
Time 2h30m
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Heat a Dutch oven (or a heavy 5-quart pot with a tight-fitting lid) over high heat until a drop of water sizzles upon contact. In three batches, cook sirloin until no longer pink; remove each batch with a slotted spoon. Set aside.
- Add sausage, breaking it up into small pieces; add onion and jalapenos. Season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring frequently, until sausage and onion are browned, about 5 minutes.
- Return sirloin to pot. Stir in chili powder, cumin, oregano, tomatoes (with juice), cornmeal, cinnamon, bay leaves, and 2 cups water. Bring to a boil; reduce to a simmer. Cover; cook until sirloin easily breaks apart with a spoon, about 2 hours.
- Stir in beans; cook until heated through, about 5 minutes. Discard cinnamon and bay leaves. Serve.
Nutrition Facts : Fat 25 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 33 g
THICK & CHUNKY BEEF CHILI
Hearty, flavorful ingredients and a thick, rich sauce make this a satisfying chili that's sure to win compliments on your cooking. It's a great way to serve a crowd during the big game or to warm up on a chilly evening. Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 3h30m
Yield 4 quarts.
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- In a large Dutch oven, cook bacon until crisp; remove to paper towels to drain. Reserve 3 tablespoons drippings. , Brown beef in drippings. Add onion; cook until onions are tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Return bacon to pan. Stir in the next 12 ingredients. , Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until meat is tender, about 3 hours. , Add beans and heat through. Discard bay leaf. Garnish with cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 369 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 58mg cholesterol, Sodium 1001mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (23g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 26g protein.
CHUNKY VEGETARIAN CHILI
This robust chili teams rice, kidney and pinto beans, and a variety of colorful vegetables for a hearty meatless meal. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 45m
Yield 11 servings (2-3/4 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a Dutch oven, saute green pepper, onion and garlic in oil until tender. Stir in all remaining ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until rice is cooked, stirring occasionally, 25-30 minutes. If thinner chili is desired, add more water.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 196 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 424mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CHUNKY BEEF CHILI
Meet the Cook: When I first tasted this chili that originated with my brother, I couldn't wait to share it. It's the best I've ever had. My husband and our son, 2, like it, too. -Vicki Flowers, Knoxville, Tennessee
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 35m
Yield 10-12 servings (3 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- In a large plastic bag, combine the flour, thyme and rosemary; add beef cubes, a few at a time, and shake to coat. , In a Dutch oven, cook beef cubes and ground beef over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. , Add the remaining ingredients except cheese. Cover and simmer for 5 hours. Garnish with cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 264 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 45mg cholesterol, Sodium 455mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 22g protein.
CHUNKY RED CHILI
Provided by Jamie Geller
Categories Soup/Stew Bean Beef Tomato Stew Kid-Friendly Dinner Meat Winter Small Plates
Yield 8 Servings
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- 1. Heat 1 tablespoon of the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook, breaking up the beef, until nicely browned, about 8 minutes. Remove the ground beef with a slotted spoon and set aside in a large bowl or place. Pour another tablespoon of oil into the pot; when hot, add the stew meat and cook until nicely browned on all side, about 8 minutes. Remove the stew meat with a slotted spoon and add it to the ground beef. Pour off the fat and any accumulated juices from the pot.
- 2. Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon oil. Add the onion and pepper, and cook until slightly softened, about 4 minutes. Return the meats to the pot and add the tomatoes, tomato sauce, kidney beans, black beans, sugar, Worcestershire, vinegar, chili powder, basil, cumin, salt, and bay leaves. Stir well to mix, breaking up the whole tomatoes with the back of a wooden spoon. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat to a simmer, and cook, covered, until the stew meat is soft, about 2 hours. Remove and discard the bay leaves. Divide the chili among 8 bowls and serve warm, with chips on the side, if you like.
CHUNKY CHILI CORNBREAD
This is a tasty cornbread with texture and a good flavour! The recipe makes a larger than expected loaf. I use the dough setting on the bread maker and then bake it in a large loaf pan, but you could bake it in the bread machine also.
Provided by BONNIEBELLE2300
Categories Bread Yeast Bread Recipes
Time 3h35m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Place the ingredients into the pan of a bread machine in the order recommended by the manufacturer. Set the pan in the machine and close the lid. Select the Dough cycle, and press start.
- When the cycle is complete, remove the dough to a lightly floured surface, and press out all of the air. Roll dough up into a tight loaf, and pinch the seam. Place into a 9x5 inch loaf pan. Let rise for about 40 minutes, or until your finger leaves an impression when you poke the bread gently.
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Bake the loaf for 30 to 35 minutes in the preheated oven, until nicely browned. When done, the loaf should sound hollow when tapped on the bottom.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 66.3 calories, Carbohydrate 8.7 g, Cholesterol 16 mg, Fat 2.8 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 2.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 214.6 mg, Sugar 3.8 g
CHUNKY CHILI
Steps:
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add onion and saute until softened. Crumble in the ground beef and cook until browned. Add beans and marinara sauce and combine thoroughly. Stir in chili seasoning, reduce heat, and simmer for 15 minutes. Spoon into individual bowls and garnish with shredded cheese, a dollop of sour cream, and chives.
CHUNKY SOUTHWEST CHILI
What started out as a mild, basic chili has evolved over the years into a chili with a punch! -Shawn Barto, Winter Garden, Florida
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 2h
Yield 10 servings (about 2-1/2 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In an enameled cast-iron Dutch oven over medium heat, toast chiles 2-3 minutes (do not burn). Remove from heat; transfer to a small bowl. Add hot water to cover. Soak 30 minutes., Meanwhile, in the same pot, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium heat. Brown beef in batches. Remove with a slotted spoon. Add onion and remaining oil to pot; cook and stir until onion is tender, about 5 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute more. Remove from heat., Drain and split chiles, discarding stems and seeds. Pulse, covered, with salt, pepper, cumin and 2/3 cup water in a blender until pureed, adding water if needed (mixture should be a slightly runny paste)., Return beef to pot, and pot to stovetop. Add V8 juice, broth, chili mixture and remaining water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until thickened and meat is tender, 1-1/2 to 1-3/4 hours. If desired, top with jalapeno pepper slices.
Nutrition Facts :
VEGAN CHUNKY CHILI
If you are entertaining mixed palates, this meal will satisfy all tastes. A from-scratch chili that uses many different vegetables as well as beans, lentils and tofu to provide that 'full' feeling that chili with meat offers. Add fresh parsley and basil to taste, if desired. I prefer to let the chili sit overnight in the refrigerator before serving.
Provided by Krista B
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Chili Recipes Vegetarian
Time 16h20m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Drain and rinse kidney beans, white beans and lentils. Combine in a large pot and cover with water; boil over medium-high to high heat for 1 hour, or until tender.
- Meanwhile, in a large saucepan over high heat, combine tomatoes and water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer, uncovered, for 1 hour, or until tomatoes are broken down.
- Stir the tomatoes into the beans and add mushrooms, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, green beans, celery, onions and tofu. Season with salt, pepper, onion powder, garlic powder and chili powder to taste. Simmer for 2 to 3 hours, or until desired consistency is reached.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 138.2 calories, Carbohydrate 23.4 g, Fat 1.6 g, Fiber 6.3 g, Protein 9.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 280.8 mg, Sugar 4.6 g
CHUNKY CHICKEN CHILI
Hominy and tomatoes provide a simple addition to a no-fuss slow-cooked chicken chili.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 9h20m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place chicken in 3 1/2- to 4-quart slow cooker. Mix tomatoes, tomato sauce and chili seasoning; pour over chicken.
- Cover and cook on low heat setting 7 to 9 hours or until juice of chicken is no longer pink when centers of thickest pieces are cut.
- Stir to break up chicken. Stir in hominy. Cover and cook on low heat setting 15 minutes until heated through. Serve chili with sour cream and cilantro.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 365, Carbohydrate 31 g, Cholesterol 95 mg, Fiber 7 g, Protein 36 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1640 mg
CHUNKY CHIPOTLE PORK CHILI
My leftover pulled pork chili recipe is a busy cook's dream. Make it ahead and reheat later-it's even better the second day. -Peter Halferty, Corpus Christi, Texas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 35m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, saute the green pepper, onion and chipotle pepper in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer., Add the beans, broth, salsa, cumin and chili powder. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes or until thickened. Add pork; heat through. Serve with sour cream. Freeze option: Cool chili and transfer to freezer containers. Freeze up to 3 months. To use, thaw in the refrigerator. Transfer to a large saucepan; heat through; add water to thin if desired. Serve with sour cream and, if desired, jalapeno slices.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 340 calories, Fat 14g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 73mg cholesterol, Sodium 834mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 27g protein.
CHUNKY PORK AND BEEF SAUSAGE CHILI
Come home to this delicious pork and beef sausage chili dinner that's made in slow cooker.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 8h20m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Mix all ingredients in 3 1/2- to 6-quart slow cooker.
- Cover and cook on low heat setting 8 to 10 hours (or high heat setting 3 to 5 hours) or until pork is tender.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 380, Carbohydrate 31 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Fiber 7 g, Protein 30 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1420 mg
CHUNKY PORK CHIPOTLE CHILI
A great and filling chili - adjust the chipotle chilis to your desired spiciness. Beef broth can be substituted for the beer if desired.
Provided by loof751
Categories Pork
Time 25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Chop the onion. Mince the garlic. Cut the pepper into 1/2 inch chunks. Cut the pork into 3/4 inch cubes.
- Heat the oil in a large saucepan. Add onion and garlic and cook 3 minutes.
- Toss the pork cubes with the cumin and chili powder until well coated.
- Add the pork to the saucepan and cook until the pork is browned, about 3 minutes.
- Add the bell pepper, beer, picante sauce, and 1 tablespoon of the chipotle chilis. Bring the mixture to a boil. Simmer about 5 minutes or until pork is tender. Taste and add more chipotle if desired.
- Add the beans and heat through.
- Serve topped with sour cream and cilantro, if desired.
BEST EVER CHUNKY CHILI
This is the best homemade chili recipe ever. A real crowd pleaser; I'll be making enough, in a BIGGER pressure cooker tomorrow, for a "potato bar" party for 65, which inspired me to share the family-sized recipe here (leftovers are wonderful!).
Provided by Sharon Anne
Categories Beans
Time 2h
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- Cover beans with water and bring to a boil; set aside to soak at least 1 hour. Rinse, discarding bean water and recover beans with more water by 2-inches. Season and pressure cook, see tips (or soak overnight, then season and cook for 60-90 min, adding water as necessary).
- Tips: Bring a 5 qt pressure cooker up to 15 lb pressure (PSI, 2nd ring for 2nd generation cookers). Cook 15 minutes @ sea level (adding 1 minute per 1000 ft in altitude) or consult the Ball Blue Book.
- Softening Beans: NEVER add acidic foods (such as tomato products, lemon juice or vinegar) BEFORE the beans are fully softened.
- In a 2nd large stock pot, brown the meat and veggies, add remaining ingredients and softened beans, simmer uncovered 1 hour.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 248.6, Fat 4.2, SaturatedFat 1.3, Cholesterol 12.8, Sodium 839.6, Carbohydrate 44, Fiber 9.4, Sugar 19, Protein 13.6
SLOW-COOKER CHUNKY CHILI
My family (especially my dad) loves chili. After experimenting with several recipes, I came up with my own version that uses ground turkey and is conveniently prepared in a slow cooker.-Jolene Britten, Mesa, Arizona
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 5h15m
Yield 6-8 servings (about 2 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large skillet, cook turkey and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. , Transfer to a 3-1/2-qt. slow cooker. Stir in the tomatoes, beans, tomato sauce, water, chilies, chili powder, salt, cumin and pepper. Cover and cook on low for 5-6 hours or until heated through. Garnish with sour cream and jalapenos if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 245 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 39mg cholesterol, Sodium 1206mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 17g protein.
SLOW-COOKER CHUNKY CHICKEN CHILI
Make and share this Slow-Cooker Chunky Chicken Chili recipe from Food.com.
Provided by senseicheryl
Categories Chicken Thigh & Leg
Time 6h10m
Yield 8 1 cup servings, 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- COMBINE beans, salsa, tomato sauce and chili powder in slow cooker. Top with chicken, onions and corn. (Do not stir.) Cover with lid.
- COOK on LOW 6 to 8 hours (or on HIGH 4 to 5 hours).
- STIR just before serving. Serve topped with cheese.
- Serving Suggestion: For added color and flavor, top individual bowls of chili with BREAKSTONE'S Reduced Fat or KNUDSEN Light Sour Cream and/or coarsely crushed PREMIUM Saltine Crackers.
CHUNKY CHICKEN AND CORN CHILI WITH SPICY CITRUS SALSA OVER RICE RECIPE - (4/5)
Provided by jbrockel
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- - To make the rice, heat a medium pot with a tight-fitting lid over medium-high heat. - Add 1 tablespoon of the vegetable oil, once around the pan, then add the rice; stir to coat the rice in the oil and toast lightly, for about 1 minute. - Season with salt and pepper, than add 2 1/2 cups of the chicken stock and bring to a bubble. - Cover the pot, reduce the heat to a simmer, and cook for 15 to 18 minutes, until the rice is tender. - To make the chili, preheat a medium soup pot over medium-high heat with the remaining 2 tablespoons of oil. - Add the chunked up chicken pieces and season with the salt and pepper. - Brown the chikcen on all sides for about 3 to 4 minutes. - Remove the chicken from the pot to a plate and reserve. - Add a little drizzle of oil to the pot and add the onions, garlic, three fourths of the chopped jalapeno, and the bell peppers. - Season with the chili powder, cumin, salt and pepper and cook for about 3 minutes, stirring frequently. - Dust the vegetables liberally with the flour and continue to cook for 1 minute. - Stir in the remaining 3 cups of the chicken stock to the vegetables, bring up to a bubble, and then stir in the corn and add the chicken back to the pot. - Turn the heat down to medium low and summer gently for 10 minutes. - While the chili is simmering, make the spicy citrus salsa. - With a paring knife, cut the peel and pith from the oranges. - Cut the peeled oranges into disks and then cut the disks into quarters. - Toss the oranges in a small mixing bowl with the remaining jalapeno, the lime zest, a little salt and pepper and about 1 tablespoon of the chopped cilantro. - Stir to combine. - Once the chili has simmered for 10 minutes, turn off the heat and add the lime juice, the remaining cilantro, and the chopped parsley. - Taste and check for seasoning and add more salt and pepper if needed. - If you want a little more heat, add a couple of dashes of hot sauce. - Fluff the tender rice with a fork and then divide it among 4 serving bowls. - Top each portion of rice with some of the chili and garnish with a heaping spoonful of the spicy citrus salsa.
Tips:
- Use a variety of beans. Different beans offer different flavors and textures, so using a variety will give your chili a more complex flavor profile. Some good options include kidney beans, black beans, pinto beans, and Great Northern beans.
- Brown your meat before adding it to the chili. This will help to develop the flavor and give the chili a richer color.
- Add a variety of vegetables. Vegetables add flavor, texture, and nutrients to chili. Some good options include onions, bell peppers, celery, carrots, and corn.
- Use a flavorful broth. The broth is the base of the chili, so it's important to use one that has a lot of flavor. Good options include beef broth, chicken broth, or vegetable broth.
- Season the chili to taste. Chili is a versatile dish that can be seasoned to your liking. Common seasonings include chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, and salt.
- Let the chili simmer for a long time. The longer the chili simmers, the more time the flavors have to develop. Simmer the chili for at least 30 minutes, or even longer if you have time.
- Serve the chili with your favorite toppings. Some popular toppings for chili include cheese, sour cream, guacamole, and salsa.
Conclusion:
No matter your preference - mild, spicy, or somewhere in between - this guide offers a variety of simple and delicious chili recipes to satisfy your cravings. To ensure your chili turns out flavorful and satisfying, remember to include a variety of spices and vegetables. To enhance the overall flavor experience, opt for high-quality ingredients like fresh produce and flavorful stock. And lastly, don't be afraid to experiment with different ingredients and techniques to create a chili that's uniquely yours. So grab your pot, gather your ingredients, and embark on a culinary adventure to create the perfect bowl of chili.
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