Best 6 Dads Chili Recipes

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Welcome to the ultimate guide to cooking the best dad's chili. This hearty and flavorful dish is a classic for a reason, loved by dads and families alike. Whether you're a seasoned chili maker looking to refine your recipe or a novice cook ready to tackle your first pot, this article will provide you with everything you need to know to create a bowl of chili that will warm your soul and make your taste buds sing. From selecting the perfect ingredients to choosing the right cooking method, we'll cover it all. So grab your apron and let's get cooking!

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

CHILI



Chili image

Provided by Damaris Phillips

Categories     main-dish

Time 3h40m

Yield 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 31

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 1/2 pounds ground beef (85-percent lean)
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1 medium onion, small diced (about 1 1/2 cups)
1 large carrot, small diced (about 3/4 cup)
1 red bell pepper, small diced (about 1 cup)
3 cloves garlic, minced
One 6-ounce can tomato paste
Two 14.5-ounce cans diced fire-roasted tomatoes
One 14-ounce can black beans
One 14-ounce can garbanzo beans
One 14-ounce can pinto beans
2 1/2 tablespoons taco seasoning
1/2 teaspoon ancho chile powder
One 32-ounce box mushroom stock
16 ounces dark beer, left open for a little while
1 whole dried ancho chile
1 cup frozen edamame
1 ear corn, kernels removed (about 3/4 cup)
2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
2 teaspoons liquid smoke
Freshly ground black pepper
Chai Spiced Grits, recipe follows, for serving
Greek yogurt, for garnish
Fresh cilantro sprigs, for garnish
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
8 chai tea bags
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 cup grits (not instant), such as Weisenberger
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon lemon zest

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a Dutch oven or large pot over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef, sprinkle with 1 teaspoon of the salt and saute until just browned with a little pink left, about 5 minutes. Remove the meat to a plate and set aside.
  • To the same pan, add the onions and another teaspoon of the salt and saute until just translucent, about 3 minutes. Add the carrots and red peppers and saute 2 minutes. Add the garlic and cook 1 minute.
  • Add the tomato paste and cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Stir in the diced tomatoes and beans, mixing well. Stir in the taco seasoning and ancho chile powder and mix well. Add the beef back into the pot, pour in the mushroom stock and beer and bring to a simmer. Add the ancho chile--it will be large, but don't worry about this; after the chili is finished, you will remove it. Lower the heat to low and simmer for 2 hours. The longer this cooks the better it tastes.
  • Add the edamame and corn and cook an additional 10 minutes. Stir in the peanut butter and liquid smoke. Add the remaining 1 teaspoon salt and season with pepper. Fish out the ancho chile and discard.
  • Serve the chili over the Chai Spiced Grits and garnish with Greek yogurt and cilantro sprigs.
  • In a medium saucepan over medium heat, bring 4 cups water to a boil. Add 1 tablespoon salt, 1 teaspoon pepper and the tea bags and steep for 10 minutes. Remove and discard the tea bags. Add the cinnamon and stir to combine.
  • Bring the chai mixture back to a boil and sprinkle the grits over it slowly, to prevent clumping. Cook, uncovered and stirring constantly to prevent sticking, until the grits are soft and have a creamy texture, 25 to 35 minutes. (If the grits get too dry, add up to 2 cups warm water during cooking.) Remove from the heat and stir in the cream and lemon zest. Season with more salt and pepper, if necessary.

DAD'S CHILI



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A combination of ground beef and pork is simmered with tomatoes, pinto beans, bell peppers, and onion in this meaty chili.

Provided by DNACLOWN

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

Time 1h35m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 ½ pounds ground beef
1 pound ground pork
½ cup butter
2 cloves garlic, diced
1 pound green bell pepper, chopped
1 ½ pounds onion, chopped
2 (15 ounce) cans pinto beans, rinsed and drained
5 cups canned diced tomatoes with their juice
½ cup chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons chili powder, or more to taste
1 ½ teaspoons ground black pepper
1 ½ teaspoons monosodium glutamate (such as Ac'cent®)
1 tablespoon salt
1 ½ teaspoons ground cumin

Steps:

  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and stir in the ground beef and ground pork. Cook and stir until the meat is crumbly, evenly browned, and no longer pink. Drain and discard any excess grease. Set meat aside. Melt the butter in the pot over medium heat. Stir in the garlic, bell pepper, and onion; cook and stir until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the cooked meat, pinto beans, tomatoes, parsley, chili powder, pepper, monosodium glutamate, salt, and cumin. Cover and bring to a boil, then reduce heat, and simmer for 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 415.2 calories, Carbohydrate 20 g, Cholesterol 104 mg, Fat 25.5 g, Fiber 5.5 g, Protein 27.2 g, SaturatedFat 11.5 g, Sodium 1079.2 mg, Sugar 5.9 g

JUSTIN'S HOOSIER DADDY CHILI



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This is a wonderful chili recipe that I have used to win chili cook-offs in Indiana. It's hearty and spicy award winning chili that is sure to hit the spot on a cold winter's night. The key is in using name brand tomato soup, I have tried it with others but haven't gotten the same results. Your friends will never guess the secret ingredient. Enjoy!

Provided by BOOMAN101 aka Justin Swarens

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

Time 1h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon ground cumin
2 (10.75 ounce) cans condensed tomato soup
2 (14.5 ounce) cans chicken broth
1 (14.5 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
5 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon salt
2 (15.5 ounce) cans pinto beans, drained
cayenne pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Crumble the ground beef into a soup pot over medium-high heat. Cook and stir until evenly browned. Drain off most of the grease. Add onion, red pepper flakes, and half of the cumin; cook and stir until onion is tender.
  • Pour in the tomato soup, chicken broth, and crushed tomatoes. Season with chili powder, salt and pepper. Simmer for 30 minutes. Pour in the beans, and season with remaining cumin and cayenne pepper; simmer for another 30 minutes. Now enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 385.2 calories, Carbohydrate 46.9 g, Cholesterol 46 mg, Fat 13.3 g, Fiber 11.4 g, Protein 23.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.3 g, Sodium 1584.6 mg, Sugar 9.1 g

DAD'S FAMOUS CHILI RECIPE



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This recipe is my Dad's recipe that he's been making for years. It is always a hit in our house and one of my favorite dishes. This chili is pretty spicy, so if you can't take the heat, reduce the amount of red pepper and cayenne pepper. Last thing -- you have to have this chili over rice, otherwise it's just not complete! Enjoy!

Provided by Mups501

Categories     Beans

Time 2h20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 lbs lean ground beef
1 1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 medium onion (chopped)
1 red bell pepper (sliced)
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground chipotle chile pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 cup chili powder
1 (26 ounce) can tomato puree
2 (16 ounce) cans chopped tomatoes
2 (16 ounce) cans dark red kidney beans, drained
1 -2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Brown beef in skillet and drain fat.
  • Heat oil in separate frying pan and add 1/2 of the chopped onions, sauté until soft, but not brown.
  • In blender, purify the other 1/2 of onion, the red bell pepper, garlic, black pepper, and tomato puree.
  • Pour the blended ingredients, ground beef, and sautéed onions into a crock pot or a large stock pot.
  • Add the chopped tomatoes, kidney beans, chipotle, cayenne pepper, crushed red peppers, chili powder and stir.
  • Simmer in pot for about 2 hours, stirring every 15 minutes.
  • The longer you leave it cooking on low heat, the more the spices and seasonings will blend together and the better it will be.
  • Serve over cooked white rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 446.5, Fat 15.7, SaturatedFat 5.2, Cholesterol 73.7, Sodium 439.8, Carbohydrate 43.6, Fiber 13.5, Sugar 9.4, Protein 35.9

DAD'S CHILI



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I am not a big lover of chili but growing up I always loved my Dad's chili. I didn't have the recipe when he died and after lots of digging in my memories and trial and errors I finally figured it out. It's a 'sweet' chili rather than a spicy one but could very easily be spiced up. It always gets rave reviews whenever I make it. I use a packet of McCormick's Original Chili Seasoning for seasoning and it's awesome!

Provided by CoreyAnn

Categories     Meat

Time 8h15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 onion, chopped
1 green pepper, chopped
1 (28 ounce) can whole tomatoes
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes
2 (14 ounce) cans light red kidney beans
1 lb ground beef
season with chili seasoning mix

Steps:

  • Scramble fry ground beef, drain fat.
  • Add in crushed tomatoes and seasoning. Stir until well mixed.
  • Place onions and peppers in the bottom of the crock and add in all ingredients including beef mixture.
  • Cook on low for 8 hours, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 628.7, Fat 19, SaturatedFat 7, Cholesterol 77.1, Sodium 731.9, Carbohydrate 76.4, Fiber 22.3, Sugar 19.1, Protein 43

DAD'S HOMEMADE CHILI



Dad's Homemade Chili image

Make and share this Dad's Homemade Chili recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ALH7401

Categories     Pork

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb ground beef
1 lb sausage
3 jalapenos
3 (4 ounce) cans chopped green chilies
1 onion
2 (15 ounce) cans hot chili beans (typically use Bushs Best hot)
2 (15 ounce) cans mild chili beans (typically use Bushs Best mild)
1 (29 ounce) can tomato sauce
butter
chili powder (to taste)
garlic (to taste)
cumin (to taste)

Steps:

  • Chop onion and jalapeno.
  • Saute onion and jalapeno in butter.
  • While onion sautes brown the beef and sausage, drain.
  • To a large stock/soup pot over low heat add beans, green chilis, and tomatoes.
  • Add onion and jalapeno when tender to pot and add meat when brown.
  • Add chili powder, garlic, and cumin.
  • Cook for approximately 45 minutes over low heat, stirring frequently.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 903.8, Fat 35, SaturatedFat 12.2, Cholesterol 95.3, Sodium 2141.6, Carbohydrate 98.8, Fiber 18.4, Sugar 9.8, Protein 52

Tips:

  • Choose the right type of chili peppers: For a milder chili, use mild or medium-heat chili peppers. For a spicier chili, use hot or extra-hot chili peppers. You can also use a combination of different types of chili peppers to create a custom heat level.
  • Soak the beans overnight: Soaking the beans overnight will help to soften them and make them more digestible. If you don't have time to soak the 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.
  • Brown the meat well: Browning the meat will help to develop its flavor and give the chili a richer color. Be sure to brown the meat in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: The more vegetables you add to your chili, the more flavorful it will be. Some good vegetables to use include onions, garlic, bell peppers, tomatoes, and corn.
  • Season the chili well: Chili is a dish that can be easily seasoned to your liking. Be sure to add plenty of chili powder, cumin, oregano, and salt and pepper. You can also add other spices, such as paprika, cayenne pepper, or chipotle powder, to taste.
  • Let the chili simmer: The longer you simmer the chili, the more flavorful it will be. Simmer the chili for at least 1 hour, or up to 4 hours.
  • Serve the chili with your favorite toppings: Chili is a versatile dish that can be served with a variety of toppings. Some popular toppings include sour cream, shredded cheese, diced onions, and chopped cilantro.

Conclusion:

Chili is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a cold day. With a few simple tips, you can make a chili that is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a hearty and flavorful meal, give chili a try.

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