Welcome to the ultimate guide to creating the perfect chili! Whether you're a seasoned chili chef or a novice looking to embark on a culinary adventure, this article will provide you with all the knowledge and inspiration you need to craft a delectable chili that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. From selecting the finest ingredients to mastering the art of simmering and seasoning, this comprehensive guide will walk you through the steps of creating a chili that is bursting with flavor, perfect for any occasion.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
BEST DAMN CHILI
After years of adjustments I have found a recipe for all to enjoy. Previous ones were either too hot or too mild, this one even was to the liking of my finance who hates chili.
Provided by Danny Jaye
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Chili Recipes Beef Chili Recipes
Time 2h50m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 28
Steps:
- Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat; cook and stir onion, bell pepper, Anaheim pepper, jalapeno peppers, and garlic in the hot oil until softened.
- Meanwhile, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir beef in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes; add Worcestershire sauce and garlic powder. Crumble bouillon cubes over beef and add beer. Continue to cook , scraping any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet, until liquid is hot, about 3 minutes. Stir beef mixture into pepper mixture.
- Stir crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and wine to the beef mixture. Season with chili powder, 2 tablespoons cumin, brown sugar, pepper sauce, basil, paprika, salt, oregano, and black pepper. Bring to a boil and reduce heat to medium-low. Cover and simmer until meat and vegetables are very tender and flavors have developed in the chili, about 90 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Mix kidney beans into beef and vegetables. Continue to simmer until beans are hot, about 30 minutes more.
- Blend sour cream, cilantro, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon cumin in a food processor until smooth. Serve sour cream mixture with chili.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 406.3 calories, Carbohydrate 27.6 g, Cholesterol 74.4 mg, Fat 21.1 g, Fiber 7 g, Protein 25.2 g, SaturatedFat 7.8 g, Sodium 1014.5 mg, Sugar 7.4 g
GOOD, EASY TO MAKE HOMEMADE CHILI
This is my mother's recipe that she has perfected over the years. She has won many a chili competitions with it. It is very good reheated for lunches and snacks.
Provided by Noodles
Categories Meat
Time 3h30m
Yield 12-15 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Brown meat (drain grease).
- Cut up vegetables.
- Put everything in a pot and boil on stove around 3 hours covered(crock pots also work, but I've found it doesn't turn out as good. It is always better heated up the next day).
- That's it.
THE BEST CHILI
There are a thousand ways to make chili, but this is the quintessential, totally classic version. We used ground beef, kidney beans and the perfect blend of spices. You can slather it on hot dogs and burgers or serve it as a dip, but it can surely stand on its own. Chances are, you have everything you need right in your pantry. Top it with your favorite garnishes and serve with plenty of tortilla chips.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 1h30m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Heat 2 tablespoons of the oil in a Dutch oven or large pot over medium-high heat. Add the beef and cook, breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon, until just browned, about 4 minutes. Transfer to a plate with a slotted spoon.
- Reduce the heat to medium and add the remaining 2 tablespoons oil. Add the onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and lightly golden, about 10 minutes.
- Add the jalapeno and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook, stirring frequently, until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Add the chili powder, cumin, paprika, cayenne, 1/2 teaspoon salt and the tomato paste. Cook, stirring frequently, until coated and fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Stir in the beef broth and crushed tomatoes and bring to a boil over high heat. Stir in the cooked ground beef and any accumulated liquid, then reduce the heat to medium-low. Simmer the chili, partially covered, until the beef is tender and the sauce is slightly thickened, about 30 minutes.
- Stir in the beans and their liquid and simmer uncovered until the beans are softened and the chili is thickened, about 30 minutes more. Season with salt and pepper.
- Top with sour cream, Cheddar and scallions. Serve with tortilla chips.
EASY HOMEMADE CHILI
Easy homemade chili. Goes great with cornbread or over corn chips for a chili pie! I like to use spicy pinto beans.
Provided by Tobi Hargis
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Chili Recipes Beef Chili Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large saucepan over medium heat, combine the beef and onion and saute until meat is browned and onion is tender. Add the stewed tomatoes with juice, tomato sauce, beans and water.
- Season with the chili powder, garlic powder, salt and ground black pepper to taste. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover and let simmer for 15 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 394.2 calories, Carbohydrate 48.8 g, Cholesterol 45.9 mg, Fat 9.2 g, Fiber 17.9 g, Protein 30.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Sodium 525.6 mg, Sugar 4.4 g
SIMPLE, PERFECT CHILI
Ree Drummond's Simple, Perfect Chili recipe from The Pioneer Woman on Food Network will be a new comfort-food favorite for your family.
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 1h40m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Place the ground beef in a large pot and throw in the garlic. Cook over medium heat until browned. Drain off the excess fat, and then pour in the tomato sauce, chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt and cayenne. Stir together well, cover, and then reduce the heat to low. Simmer for 1 hour, stirring occasionally. If the mixture becomes overly dry, add 1/2 cup water at a time as needed.
- After an hour, place the masa harina in a small bowl. Add 1/2 cup water and stir together with a fork. Dump the masa mixture into the chili. Stir together well, and then taste and adjust the seasonings. Add more masa paste and/or water to get the chili to your preferred consistency, or to add more corn flavor. Add the beans and simmer for 10 minutes. Serve with shredded Cheddar, chopped onions, tortilla chips and lime wedges.
CHILI
This bean-rich, ground beef chili will not only be delicious today, but it might even taste better tomorrow. Adjust the red pepper sauce to your own preference, and be sure to serve this easy chili recipe with plenty of optional toppings, including chopped black olives, fresh limes, guacamole, shredded cheese, salsa, shredded lettuce and sour cream.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 1h50m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In 3-quart saucepan, cook beef, onions and garlic over medium heat 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until beef is thoroughly cooked; drain.
- Stir in chili powder, oregano, cumin, salt, pepper sauce and tomatoes.
- Heat to boiling over high heat. Reduce heat just enough so mixture bubbles gently. Cover; cook 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in kidney beans. Heat to boiling over high heat. Reduce heat just enough so mixture bubbles gently. Cook uncovered about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until desired thickness.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 360, Carbohydrate 30 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 8 g, Protein 29 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 910 mg, Sugar 6 g, TransFat 1/2 g
TIM HORTONS CHILI
A copycat recipe for Tim Hortons chili which is now a family favorite. According to Tim Hortons description of their chili it has 'ground beef blended with kidney beans, tomatoes, mushrooms, green peppers, onion and celery' so I think this recipe is very close to the real thing. If cooking the chili in a crock pot, drain the tomatoes; cover and cook on low for about 5 hours. Chili can be made ahead and refrigerated overnight. Freezes well too so would be good OAMC recipe. Prep time, cooking time, and servings are estimates.
Provided by foodtvfan
Categories Onions
Time 1h25m
Yield 15-20 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Brown the ground beef in the olive oil in a large frying pan over medium heat until no longer pink; place in a large pot. Do not drain.
- Sauté onion, celery and green pepper in the drippings, in the same frying pan used for the ground beef, for about 5 minutes until onion is translucent.
- Add a little of the chili powder.
- Add sautéed veggies to the ground beef.
- Add rinsed and drained kidney beans, mushrooms pieces, undiluted tomato soup and tomatoes with the liquid.
- Add the rest of the chili powder, oregano, salt, pepper, sugar, and garlic.
- Stir ingredients together well.
- Cover and simmer for one hour, stirring occasionally.
- Remove cover and simmer for 30 minutes or more, stirring occasionally.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 236.8, Fat 10.8, SaturatedFat 3.8, Cholesterol 41.1, Sodium 444.1, Carbohydrate 19.5, Fiber 4.9, Sugar 6.5, Protein 17
CLASSIC CHILI
Mom's homemade chili recipe was the best! She knew just the right ingredients to put her 'stamp' on it. I could eat it with my eyes closed and know it was hers. It amazed me that she could put it together in so little time. -Marjorie Carey, Alamosa, Colorado
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 2h
Yield 12 servings (3 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a Dutch oven or large soup kettle, saute green pepper, onions and celery in oil until tender, about 5 minutes. Add ground beef and cook until browned; drain. Stir in tomatoes, tomato sauce, water, Worcestershire sauce and seasonings. Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Cover and simmer for 1-1/2 hours, stirring occasionally. Add kidney beans. Simmer, uncovered, 10 minutes longer. If desired, serve with tortilla chips.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 259 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 47mg cholesterol, Sodium 708mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 20g protein.
BEST HOMEMADE CHILI
I won a prize of the country fair with this homemade chili recipe! We like our chili hot, so I add lots of red pepper, you can add as much or as little as you like. -Ruby Callander, Elk Grove, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 1h40m
Yield 16-20 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large Dutch oven or soup kettle, brown beef with onions until the beef is brown and the onions are tender; drain. Stir in spices and tomato sauce. , Simmer, uncovered, for 1 hour, stirring occasionally. Combine flour and vinegar; stir into chili. Simmer another 15 minutes or until thickened.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 208 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 60mg cholesterol, Sodium 336mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 20g protein.
QUICK AND EASY CHILI
This quick and easy chili recipe can be made in a flash and easily doubled or tripled to satisfy any famished family. You don't have to wait until the weekend to throw it together. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 40m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, cook the beef, onion and green pepper over medium heat until the meat is no longer pink; drain. Add the next 6 ingredients; cover and simmer for 20 minutes. Serve with cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 249 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 37mg cholesterol, Sodium 947mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 19g protein.
Tips:
- Choose the right type of chili peppers: For a milder chili, use ancho or guajillo peppers. For a spicier chili, use cayenne or habanero peppers.
- Soak the dried chili peppers before using them: This will help to rehydrate them and make them easier to blend.
- Brown the meat before adding it to the chili: This will help to develop the flavor of the meat and prevent it from becoming tough.
- Use a variety of beans in your chili: This will add different flavors and textures to the dish.
- Add vegetables to your chili: This will help to make the chili more nutritious and flavorful.
- Season the chili to taste: Use chili powder, cumin, oregano, and salt and pepper to taste.
- Let the chili simmer for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours: This will help to develop the flavors of the chili.
- Serve the chili with your favorite toppings: This could include sour cream, cheese, onions, or avocado.
Conclusion:
Chili is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a great way to use up leftover meat and vegetables, and it can be easily customized to suit your own taste preferences. Whether you like your chili mild or spicy, with or without beans, or with a variety of toppings, there is a chili recipe out there for everyone. So next time you are looking for a hearty and flavorful meal, give chili a try. You won't be disappointed!
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