Best 7 Kimmys Zesty Chili Recipes

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Are you craving a hearty, flavorful chili that packs a punch? Look no further than Kimmy's Zesty Chili! This tantalizing dish is a delightful fusion of zesty flavors and aromatic spices that will leave your taste buds dancing. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure as we unveil the secrets behind creating the ultimate Kimmy's Zesty Chili, a dish that will become a staple in your kitchen and a hit at your next gathering.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

ZESTY STEAK CHILI



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This full-flavored, medium-hot, Texas-style chili tastes even better the second day. -Michelle Smith, Running Springs, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 2h40m

Yield 20 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

4 pounds beef top round steak, cut into 1-inch cubes
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup canola oil
3 cups chopped onion
2-3/4 cups water, divided
2 cups sliced celery
3 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained
2 cans (15 ounces each) no-salt-added tomato sauce
1 jar (16 ounces) salsa
3 tablespoons chili powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon salt, optional
1 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup yellow cornmeal
Shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese, reduced-fat sour cream, sliced green onions and sliced ripe olives, optional

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven over medium-high heat, saute steak and garlic in oil until browned. Add onion; cook and stir for 5 minutes. Stir in 2 cups water and next nine ingredients; bring to a boil. , Reduce heat; cover and simmer 2 hours or until tender. Combine flour, cornmeal and remaining water; stir until smooth. Bring chili to a boil. Add flour mixture; cook and stir 2 minutes or until thickened. If desired, garnish with reduced-fat cheese, reduced-fat sour cream, onions and olives.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 51mg cholesterol, Sodium 247mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ZESTY CHICKEN CHILI



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This delicious chili features chicken, vegetables and Progresso® beans - a zesty dinner.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 poblano chiles, chopped
1 large red bell pepper, chopped
1 medium sweet onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 cans (14.5 oz each) zesty chili-style diced tomatoes, undrained
3 cups shredded or chopped smoked chicken (about 1 lb)
1 can (15 oz) navy beans, drained, rinsed
1 can (15 oz) Progresso™ black beans, drained, rinsed
1 can or bottle (12 oz) beer
1 package (1.25 oz) white chicken chili seasoning mix
Lime wedges
Shredded Cheddar cheese
Chopped fresh cilantro
Sour cream

Steps:

  • In 4- to 6-quart Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add chiles, bell pepper, onion and garlic; cook 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender.
  • Stir in remaining chili ingredients. Heat to boiling; reduce heat to low. Simmer 1 hour, stirring occasionally. Serve with desired toppings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290, Carbohydrate 33 g, Fat 1/2, Fiber 8 g, Protein 25 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 930 mg

ZESTY CHILI



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My mom gave me a little booklet that came with her "None Such Mincemeat" with a few recipes in it. This one sounded interesting and the picture looks yummy...

Provided by senseicheryl

Categories     Beans

Time 50m

Yield 6 1 cup servings, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb ground beef
3/4 cup onion, chopped
1/2 cup green pepper, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
3 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, drained, rinsed
1/3 cup mincemeat, 1/2 of a 27 ounce jar of NONE SUCH Ready-to-Use Mincemeat
1/2 cup water

Steps:

  • In large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef. Drain beef and return to the skillet.
  • Add the onions, peppers, garlic, chili powder and salt; cook over medium heat for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add tomatoes, beans, mincemeat and water; simmer uncovered for 30 to 40 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Store leftovers covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 312, Fat 12.6, SaturatedFat 4.6, Cholesterol 51.4, Sodium 841.1, Carbohydrate 31.8, Fiber 6, Sugar 13.9, Protein 19.2

ZESTY CHICKEN CHILI



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Our one-pot chili is thick with beans and tender chunks of chicken breast. Serve with a dollop of sour cream and prepare yourself for compliments.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 40m

Yield 7 servings, 1 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 onions, chopped
1 jalapeño pepper, stemmed, seeded and finely chopped
1/4 cup KRAFT Zesty Italian Dressing
1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size chunks
8 fresh mushrooms, sliced
1 Tbsp. flour
2 cans (15.5 oz. each) white beans, rinsed
1 can (14 oz.) chicken broth
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1 bay leaf
1 tsp. each ground cumin and dried oregano leaves
3/4 cup BREAKSTONE'S or KNUDSEN Sour Cream

Steps:

  • Cook and stir onions and peppers in dressing in large saucepan on medium-high heat 3 to 5 min. or until crisp-tender. Add chicken and mushrooms; cook and stir 3 to 5 min. or until chicken is lightly browned. Stir in flour; cook and stir 1 min.
  • Add beans, broth and seasonings; stir. Bring to boil; simmer on low heat 10 to 15 min. or until chicken is done. Remove and discard bay leaf.
  • Serve topped with sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 300, Fat 9 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Sodium 430 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 10 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 25 g

JESSY M'S CHILI



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I love this chili. I hope you love it as much as me. I got it from my mom, who got it from dad, who got it from our friend Steve Y. For bean lovers, add extra beans.

Provided by fluffersd

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

Time 25m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 10

½ pound ground beef
1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans, rinsed and drained
1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
½ onion, cut into chunks
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 (46 fluid ounce) cans tomato juice, or as needed
1 (4 ounce) packet saltine crackers, or as needed
1 cup pickle juice, or to taste

Steps:

  • Heat a large pot over medium-high heat. Cook and stir beef in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes; drain and discard grease.
  • Stir pinto beans, kidney beans, onion, chili powder, and Parmesan cheese with the beef; season with salt and pepper. Pour enough tomato juice into the pot to cover the mixture by 1 inch.
  • Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook until the beans are heated through, about 10 minutes. Serve with crackers and pickle juice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220.1 calories, Carbohydrate 33.1 g, Cholesterol 14.3 mg, Fat 5.9 g, Fiber 5.9 g, Protein 11.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 1046 mg, Sugar 9.8 g

KATHY"S EASY NOT SO SPICY CHILI



Kathy

This is really easy takes no time at all to put together and tastes great. This can also be prepared in a slow cooker.

Provided by kathanover

Categories     Steak

Time 2h30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 lb sausage
1 lb steak, cut into cubes
1 medium onion, chopped
1 medium bell pepper, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
1 (16 ounce) can kidney beans, undrained
1 (16 ounce) can black beans, undrained
1 (16 ounce) can chili beans, undrained
1 1/2 cups beef stock
1 bay leaf
3 tablespoons chili powder
2 tablespoons paprika
2 teaspoons italian seasoning
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Brown meat in skillet. Combine all the ingredients in a large stock pot over medium heat. Stir to combine and bring to a boil.
  • Cover and reduce heat to simmer and simmer for 2 1/2 hours, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat.
  • Let sit for about 10 minutes (be sure to remove the bay leaf before serving) then serve.
  • Serving suggestions: Top with bacon bits and cheese/place over a small amount of cooked pasta or rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 561.1, Fat 28.9, SaturatedFat 10.2, Cholesterol 71.4, Sodium 1239.2, Carbohydrate 46.3, Fiber 12.5, Sugar 6, Protein 31.1

KELLY'S CHILI



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This is my very own recipe that I have won 3 chili cook-offs with! PERFECT for the Super Bowl coming up!!!!

Provided by Wildflour

Categories     Beans

Time 1h20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 22

3 lbs hamburger
1 green pepper, diced
1 red pepper, diced
1 medium onion, diced
3 -4 fresh jalapenos, chopped small
salt and pepper
garlic powder
1/3 cup good chili powder
1 3/4 cups ketchup (I like Hunt's)
3 tablespoons lime juice, can sub lemon jc. (I just use the concentrates)
4 -6 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons vinegar
1 1/2 teaspoons mustard
1 1/2 tablespoons cumin
3 cups spicy hot V8
1 (16 ounce) can dark red kidney beans, rinsed and drained
2 (8 ounce) packages fresh sliced mushrooms, can sub jarred
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can del monte original stewed tomatoes, with the juice and break up tomatoes
1 cup beef broth (optional)
extra salt and pepper
more garlic powder

Steps:

  • Stir and bring just to a low simmer, reduce heat and cook for at least 1-2 hours in a crockpot Thick, rich and slightly sweet/slightly hot, very unique!

Tips:

  • Use a variety of beans: Different beans have different flavors and textures, so using a mix will give your chili a more complex flavor profile. Common beans used in chili include kidney beans, black beans, pinto beans, and cannellini beans.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different meats: While ground beef is the traditional meat for chili, you can also use ground turkey, chicken, or lamb. You could even use a combination of meats.
  • Don't skimp on the spices: Chili is all about the spices, so don't be afraid to use a generous amount. Common spices used in chili include chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, and garlic powder.
  • Add some heat: If you like your chili spicy, add some chopped jalapeños, cayenne pepper, or chili flakes. You can also use a hot sauce or salsa to taste.
  • Simmer for flavor: The longer you simmer your chili, the more flavorful it will be. Aim for at least 30 minutes, but you can simmer it for up to 2 hours.
  • Serve with your favorite toppings: Chili is a versatile dish that can be served with a variety of toppings. Common toppings include shredded cheese, sour cream, diced onions, cilantro, and avocado.

Conclusion:

Whether you like your chili mild or spicy, with beans or without, there's a recipe out there for you. So next time you're looking for a hearty and flavorful meal, give chili a try. You won't be disappointed.

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