Best 8 Colorado Lamb Chili For A Crowd Recipes

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Are you looking for a delicious and hearty dish to feed a large group of people? Colorado lamb chili is a perfect choice! This flavorful chili is made with lamb, beans, and a variety of spices, and it's sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. In this article, we'll provide you with a recipe for Colorado lamb chili that's perfect for a crowd. We'll also include tips on how to make the chili ahead of time and how to store it. So whether you're planning a party or just want to have a delicious meal on hand, Colorado lamb chili is the perfect recipe for you.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

COLORADO LAMB CHILI



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This hearty and spicy stew is wonderful with fresh rolls and your favorite green salad. -Karen Gorman, Gunnison, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h50m

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

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 pound lamb stew meat, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 tablespoons canola oil, divided
1 large onion, chopped
1 large sweet yellow pepper, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 can (30 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium beef broth
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 tablespoon brown sugar
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon fennel seed, crushed
Sliced green onions, chopped tomatoes and corn chips, optional

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, brown lamb in 1 tablespoon oil. Remove and set aside., In the same pan, saute onion and pepper in remaining oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add the beans, tomatoes, broth, oregano, chili powder, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, cumin and fennel. Return lamb to the pan., Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 hours or until lamb is tender. Garnish each serving with green onions, tomatoes and corn chips if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 325 calories, Fat 9g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 51mg cholesterol, Sodium 646mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CHILI FOR A CROWD



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This chili for a crowd was handed down to me by my aunt, who said she got it from a "grizzled Montana mountain man." I added some zesty ingredients to come up with the final version. Hot food is something that my husband's family isn't accustomed to, so I adjust the spices for them. In fact, with a few simple alterations to the "heat" index, I can serve this chili to anyone. -Lisa Humphreys, Wasilla, Alaska

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 1h25m

Yield 24 servings (6 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 17

3 pounds ground beef
2 cans (28 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained
4 cans (16 ounces each) kidney beans or 4 cans (15 ounces each) pinto beans or black beans, rinsed and drained
1 pound smoked kielbasa, sliced and halved
2 large onions, halved and thinly sliced
2 cans (8 ounces each) tomato sauce
2/3 cup hickory-flavored barbecue sauce
1-1/2 cups water
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
5 fresh banana peppers, seeded and sliced
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 teaspoons ground mustard
2 teaspoons instant coffee granules
1 teaspoon each dried oregano, thyme and sage
1/2 to 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 to 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 garlic cloves, minced

Steps:

  • In an 8-qt. kettle or Dutch oven, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. , Stir in the remaining ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 207 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 40mg cholesterol, Sodium 422mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 15g protein.

CHILLI FOR A CROWD



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Make a big batch of Mexican chilli con carne to keep hungry guests happy - this recipe serves 12-14

Provided by Lindsey Bareham

Categories     Dinner, Main course

Time 3h30m

Yield Serves 12-14

Number Of Ingredients 31

400g dried black beans or red kidney beans, or 3 x 400g cans black beans or red kidney beans
4 tbsp olive oil
900g minced pork
900g coarsely minced beef
250g rashers rindless smoked streaky bacon
6 large onions, finely chopped
4 large garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 celery heart, chopped
3 bay leaves
3 large unwaxed lemons
4 tbsp Mexican chilli powder (see tip) or mild chilli powder
1 tbsp ground cumin
2 tbsp dried oregano
3 tbsp tomato purée
2 x 400g cans chopped tomatoes
300ml red wine
300ml beef or chicken stock
600ml soured cream
small bunch chives
5 ripe but firm avocados
2 red bird's-eye chillies, deseeded and finely chopped
4 small red onions, finely chopped
2 large garlic cloves
4 limes
4 tbsp chopped coriander, plus sprigs to garnish (optional)
750ml boiling water
juice 1 lemon
1 tbsp olive oil
500g couscous
2 x 225g bags corn chips
250g extra-mature cheddar, grated

Steps:

  • If using dried beans and not freezing the chilli, rinse and pick over the beans, then soak them overnight in plenty of water. Rinse again, and tip into a large pan with enough water to cover by 5cm and bring to the boil. Boil briskly for 10 mins, then turn down the heat and simmer gently for 30 mins or until tender. Drain and set aside.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large, heavy-based lidded pan and brown the pork, then the beef, in 4 batches, scooping into a bowl as you go. Slice the bacon into strips. Add to the empty pan and cook gently to begin with, raising the heat as the bacon crisps. Scoop the bacon out of the pan, stir in the onions, garlic, celery and the bay leaves, and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions are soft but hardly coloured - about 20 mins.
  • Quarter the lemons lengthways, cut out the pithy core and remove the seeds. Chop into very small pieces, each with a bit of peel. Stir the chilli powder, cumin and oregano into the onions and stir-fry for a couple of mins, then return the meat, adding the tomato purée, chopped tomatoes, lemon, wine and stock. Stir as the dish heats up, then simmer, covered, for 1 hr 30 mins. Taste and adjust the seasoning. Can be frozen at this stage for up to 1 month - defrost overnight in the fridge before continuing with the recipe.
  • Add the beans to the pan - if you're using canned beans, rinse them first. Cook, uncovered, for a further 30 mins. Can be cooled at this stage and kept covered in the fridge for 24 hrs.
  • Tip the soured cream into a bowl, snip the chives into small pieces then scatter them over the soured cream, cover and refrigerate until serving.
  • To make the guacamole, halve the avocados lengthways, remove the stone and use a fork to mash the flesh into its shell. Scoop out into a bowl, mashing further if necessary (I like it lumpy). Add the chillies, onions and the garlic crushed to a paste with a little salt. Squeeze over the juice of 3 limes, season with black pepper and add the chopped coriander. Mix, adding extra lime juice to taste. Cover with cling film, allowing it to touch the surface. Chill until required.
  • To prepare the couscous, boil the kettle and measure 750ml water into a mixing bowl. Add the lemon juice, olive oil and couscous. Stir, cover with cling film and leave to soak for 30 mins, then fluff up with a fork.
  • Prepare the corn chips up to 1 hr before serving. Spread the chips on baking sheets, scatter over the cheese and place under a hot grill for 2-4 mins until molten and crusty. Transfer to a serving bowl. Serve with the chilli, couscous, guacamole, soured cream and chives and some coriander leaves sprinkled over the top, if you like.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 548 calories, Fat 34 grams fat, SaturatedFat 14 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 18 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 9 grams sugar, Fiber 7 grams fiber, Protein 36 grams protein, Sodium 1.6 milligram of sodium

CHILI FOR A CROWD



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Here's a creative idea for serving chili at your next winter party! Serve hearty chili in bread bowls you can eat.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 2h

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef
8 medium onions, chopped (4 cups)
4 cans (28 oz each) Muir Glen™ organic diced tomatoes, undrained
3 cans (19 oz each) Progresso™ red kidney beans, drained, liquid reserved
1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
3 tablespoons chili powder
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon salt
16 small round bread loaves
Olive or vegetable oil

Steps:

  • In 8-quart Dutch oven or stockpot, cook beef and onions over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until beef is thoroughly cooked and onions are tender; drain.
  • Stir in tomatoes, bean liquid, tomato sauce, chili powder, sugar and salt, breaking up tomatoes. Heat to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer uncovered 1 1/4 hours.
  • Stir in beans. Simmer uncovered about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until desired consistency.
  • Heat oven to 350°F. Cut off the tops of bread loaves. Scoop out bread from the loaves, leaving a 1-inch thick wall. Brush the insides of the loaves with olive oil. Place on ungreased cookie sheet. Bake about 5 minutes or until light golden brown. Place on serving plates. Spoon chili into bread bowls.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 380, Carbohydrate 34 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 8 g, Protein 29 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1090 mg, Sugar 10 g, TransFat 1 g

CHILI FOR A CROWD



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Full of flavour with ground beef and smoked kielbasa with kidney and pinto or black beans. If you don't like spicy chili or you want more spicy just adjust the spices.

Provided by Olha7397

Categories     Meat

Time 1h20m

Yield 20-24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

3 lbs ground beef
2 (28 ounce) cans diced tomatoes, undrained
4 (15 ounce) cans pinto beans or 4 (15 ounce) cans black beans, rinsed and drained
1 lb smoked kielbasa, sliced and halved
2 large onions, halved and thinly sliced
2 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce
2/3 cup hickory flavored barbecue sauce
1 1/2 cups water
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
5 fresh banana peppers, seeded and sliced
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 teaspoons dry mustard
2 teaspoons instant coffee granules
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon thyme
1 teaspoon sage
1/2-1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2-1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 garlic cloves, minced

Steps:

  • In an 8 quart kettle or Dutch oven, cook beef over medium heat until beef is no longer pink; drain.
  • Add remaining ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1 hour, stirring occasionally. Yield: 20-24 servings (6 quarts).
  • Taste of Home.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 336.3, Fat 15.3, SaturatedFat 5.5, Cholesterol 62, Sodium 937.7, Carbohydrate 29.2, Fiber 6.2, Sugar 12.1, Protein 21.7

LAMB CHILI



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A tasty variation on the usual beef chili, this is a definite crowd pleaser! I make it in big batches and freeze, it freezes very well. Leftovers seem to taste even better the next day.

Provided by Marychef

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

500 g ground lamb (ground lamb)
1 (220 g) can kidney beans, drained (or use a couple of handfuls of chopped mushrooms or frozen peas if you don't like kidney beans)
1 tablespoon oil
1 chopped onion
1 red pepper, de-seeded and chopped
3 large garlic cloves, crushed
2 red chilies, de-seeded and finely chopped
1 (420 g) can chopped tomatoes (with juice)
500 ml lamb stock
1 tablespoon mint sauce
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground paprika

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
  • Add onion and garlic and sauté until just translucent, about 3 minutes.
  • Add the chillies and cook for one minute.
  • Add the lamb and cook until it is browned.
  • Add the tomatoes, beans, red pepper, stock, oregano, mint sauce, cumin and paprika. Bring mixture to a boil, stirring well.
  • Reduce the heat, cover the pan and simmer for a minimum of 30 minutes, ideally up to an hour, stirring occasionally. Serve with steamed rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 484.1, Fat 33.7, SaturatedFat 13.3, Cholesterol 91.2, Sodium 247.2, Carbohydrate 20.4, Fiber 5.4, Sugar 7.5, Protein 25.9

COLORADO BUFFALO CHILI



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This spicy chili recipe uses ground buffalo. To step up the heat, use different peppers and experiment with the seasonings. This gets even better if you let it sit overnight. The chili is so good you'll need to find another way to use up your cheese and crackers.

Provided by Cornpop

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chili Recipes

Time 8h40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 pound ground buffalo
½ teaspoon ground cumin
1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste
1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chiles
1 (10.75 ounce) can tomato soup
1 (14.5 ounce) can kidney beans, drained
1 (15 ounce) can chili beans, drained
½ medium onion, chopped
½ teaspoon minced garlic
1 Anaheim chile pepper, chopped
1 poblano chile pepper, chopped
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 ½ teaspoons ground cumin
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Brown the buffalo in a skillet over medium heat; season with 1/2 teaspoon cumin and 1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste. Drain excess grease.
  • Combine the buffalo, tomatoes with green chiles, tomato soup, kidney beans, chili beans, onion, garlic, Anaheim chile pepper, poblano chile pepper, chili powder, red pepper flakes, 1 1/2 teaspoons cumin, 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper in a slow cooker. Cover and cook on Low overnight or 8 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 218.8 calories, Carbohydrate 29.8 g, Cholesterol 39 mg, Fat 2.8 g, Fiber 9.9 g, Protein 22.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 725.5 mg, Sugar 3.8 g

BEST TURKEY CHILI FOR A CROWD



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This is my family's favorite turkey chili for a crowd that we serve with freshly baked cornbread, sour cream, and shredded cheeses for a topping. The secret ingredient is the cinnamon that makes this special. We like spicy so be careful adding the cayenne pepper. This is even better the second day.

Provided by gate612

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chili Recipes     Turkey Chili Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 pounds ground turkey
1 extra large onion, diced
1 jalapeno pepper, finely chopped
2 tablespoons minced garlic
2 cups chicken broth
2 cups chicken stock
2 (28 ounce) cans fire-roasted diced tomatoes
1 (16 ounce) can kidney beans - rinsed, drained, and mashed
4 tablespoons chili powder
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Place turkey into the pot and cook evenly until browned, crumbly, and no longer pink, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in onion and cook until tender, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in jalapeno and garlic and cook for 1 minute. Pour broth and stock into the pot.
  • Mix in tomatoes, kidney beans, chili powder, brown sugar, cinnamon, kosher salt, paprika, oregano, cumin, black pepper, and cayenne. Bring to a boil; reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 30 minutes. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 171.3 calories, Carbohydrate 15.6 g, Cholesterol 43.4 mg, Fat 5.8 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 14.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 848 mg, Sugar 5.4 g

Tips:

  • Use high-quality lamb: Opt for ground lamb with a good fat content (around 20%) for a flavorful and juicy chili.
  • Brown the lamb well: Browning the lamb before adding the other ingredients helps develop its flavor and prevents it from becoming tough.
  • Use a variety of beans: Different types of beans, such as pinto, kidney, and black, add texture, flavor, and nutrients to the chili.
  • Add roasted poblano peppers: Roasting poblano peppers enhances their smoky and slightly sweet flavor, making them a great addition to the chili.
  • Use a flavorful broth: Beef or chicken broth adds depth and richness to the chili. You can also use a combination of both.
  • Season the chili well: A good balance of spices and seasonings is essential for a flavorful chili. Chili powder, cumin, oregano, and cayenne pepper are some commonly used spices.
  • Let the chili simmer: Simmering the chili for at least an hour allows the flavors to meld and develop.

Conclusion:

This Colorado lamb chili is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a crowd. With its tender lamb, roasted poblano peppers, and a variety of beans, this chili is sure to be a hit at your next gathering. Serve it with your favorite toppings, such as sour cream, shredded cheese, and chopped cilantro, for a complete and satisfying meal.

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