Best 4 Prize Winning Chili Recipes

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In the realm of culinary artistry, where flavors dance harmoniously and create an unforgettable symphony, there exists a dish that has captured the hearts and taste buds of chili enthusiasts worldwide – the prize-winning chili. This tantalizing creation is a fusion of select ingredients, skillfully blended with passion and precision, culminating in a culinary masterpiece that reigns supreme at chili competitions and ignites taste buds everywhere. Embark on a culinary journey as we unveil the secrets to crafting the perfect prize-winning chili, a dish that will leave your palate enraptured and your guests craving more.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

PRIZE WINNING CHILI



Prize Winning Chili image

I won a chili cook-off with this recipe in Tennessee in 1996. My family and friends all love this chili. It is requested for all family get-togethers. Great dish for a chilly day. Serve with shredded cheese and crackers.

Provided by Howard

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

Time 1h30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 pound hot sausage
1 pound ground beef
2 (15 ounce) cans pinto beans
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 cup water
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 small jalapeno pepper, finely chopped
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
½ teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large stockpot over medium heat; cook and stir onion and green bell pepper in hot oil until tender, 5 to 10 minutes. Add sausage and ground beef to onion mixture; cook and stir until browned and crumbly, about 10 minutes. Drain excess grease.
  • Mix pinto beans, diced tomatoes, water, chili powder, jalapeno pepper, cayenne pepper, and salt into sausage-beef mixture; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until flavors have blended, about 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 242.4 calories, Carbohydrate 12.8 g, Cholesterol 43.6 mg, Fat 14.3 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 14.8 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 616.3 mg, Sugar 2.9 g

PRIZE-WINNING CHILI



Prize-Winning Chili image

I won a chili cook-off with this recipe in Tennessee in 1996. My family and friends all love this chili. It is requested for all family get-togethers. Great dish for a chilly day.

Provided by Howard

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

Time 1h35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 small jalapeno pepper, finely chopped
1 pound hot Italian sausage
1 pound ground beef
1 tablespoon chili powder
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
½ teaspoon salt
2 (15 ounce) cans pinto beans, undrained
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 cup water

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large stock pot over medium heat; cook and stir onion, bell pepper, and jalapeno pepper until onion is translucent, about 10 minutes. Add sausage and ground beef; continue to cook and stir until meat is browned and crumbly, about 7 minutes. Drain and discard grease.
  • Season meat mixture with chili powder, cayenne pepper, and salt. Add pinto beans, tomatoes, and water and bring to a simmer over medium heat. Reduce heat to medium-low and continue to simmer for 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 340.6 calories, Carbohydrate 17.9 g, Cholesterol 66 mg, Fat 19.4 g, Fiber 5.1 g, Protein 22.3 g, SaturatedFat 6.6 g, Sodium 923.7 mg, Sugar 3.7 g

ALL AMERICAN COUNTY FAIR PRIZE WINNING CHILI



All American County Fair Prize Winning Chili image

After my five roommates and I have this for dinner I am still left with about 30 to 40 individual servings in the freezer. This chili freezes perfectly. I make this up once every 6 months and the last bag tastes just as good as the day I made it! Before sharing this recipe I had to think long and hard because it truly is my most prized and coveted recipe. It took me years of playing around and it's just near perfect. If you win at the county fair all I ask for is honorable mention, a picture of the ribbon, a postcard from your town, and maybe your favorite pie recipe! Be sure to load it up with cheddar, sour cream, bread and nacho chips!! Also great for chili dogs!! ***Response to Reviews: I understand some people want the taste of cumin in their chili - I don't like cumin & think it has no place in chili - not in my chili anyway. As to the "no chili" flavour review, I completely understand if it is the cumin you are missing. Maybe you should have considered that before trying this recipe then writing a bad review of it. If you followed the recipe & used the peppers you would find it to be packed with flavour & a moderate heat. Happy many have enjoyed this cumin-free recipe. :)

Provided by Lottidawe

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 6h

Yield 2 dutch oven pots, 30 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 27

1 (28 ounce) can tomatoes
1 (28 ounce) can tomato sauce
2 (6 ounce) cans tomato paste
8 ounces water
1 large onion, chopped
3 -5 garlic cloves, minced
4 -5 stalks celery, chopped
1 green pepper, chopped
1 sweet red pepper, chopped
5 chili peppers, whole (cut slits lengthwise)
5 jalapeno peppers, whole (cut slits lengthwise)
1 zucchini, chopped
1 eggplant, chopped
2 cups baby carrots (whole)
20 -30 button mushrooms (whole)
2 cups frozen corn
1 lb steak, diced (any cut)
1 lb ground chicken (I like to use chicken) or 1 lb ground pork (I like to use chicken)
1 (20 ounce) can dark red kidney beans, cooked
1 (20 ounce) can black turtle beans, cooked
1 (20 ounce) can lentils, cooked
1 pinch oregano (use sparingly, strong flavour)
basil (to taste)
1/4-1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
black pepper (to taste)
2 tablespoons cocoa powder

Steps:

  • Put ALL ingredients in a pot and cook for 5 to 10 hours.
  • Stir occasionally.
  • Put the chili and jalapeno peppers in last with their stems sticking up out of the chili. This makes them easy to remove for those who don't want their chili hot!
  • The ingredients list is enough to make 2 pots worth (dutch oven size).
  • I usually omit the meat from one pot and make a vegetarian batch at the same time. It's good for your vegan friends and as lighter fare for lunch!
  • **All amounts are approximate. Use what is convenient, available and adjust to taste.
  • **The meat can go into the pot raw with all the other ingredients. It will cook right along with them and be more flavourful and tender as a result - especially the steak. I am so happy you like this chili! Thank you for the great reviews! Enjoy!

PRIZE WINNING CHILI, GREAT FLAVOR, NOT TOO HOT!



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I like a thick chili, not too hot. I like to savor all the flavors of the ingredients. Making it too hot just masks out those flavors for me. You can always add more heat to your own bowl if you like without making it too hot for others to enjoy.

Provided by Dennis Purcell

Categories     Chili

Time 8h

Number Of Ingredients 29

BROWN NEXT 7 INGREDIENTS
1 1/2 lb lean hamberger, beef, turkey, pork mix,venison
3 medium sausage links, no skin i use aidells chicken and apple links
4 stalk(s) celery finely chopped
1 large green pepper
2 large jalapeno peppers seeded and chopped
1 large sweet onion
3 clove garlic crushed, or 1/2 teaspoon garlic power
ADD THE FOLLOWING TO BROWNED INGREDIENTS IN POT
2 stick apple smoked bacon, crumbles, add drippings to pot
1 bottle wood chuck hard apple cider
1 can(s) ro-tel diced tomatoes and green chilies 28 oz.
1 can(s) diced tomatoes 14.5 oz or diced tomatoes with green chilies
1 can(s) tomatoa paste 12 oz.
1 can(s) chili hot beans 15.5 oz
1 can(s) dark red kidney beans 15.5 oz.
1 Tbsp vineger
1 Tbsp hungarian paprika
1 Tbsp chili powder
1 Tbsp beef bouillon
1 Tbsp sugar
1 Tbsp unsweetened cocoa power
1 Tbsp cilantro, fresh diced
1 Tbsp coffee grounds, i use tasters choice coffee
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp oregano, dried
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp liquid smoke flavoring
1/4 tsp fennel seed crushed

Steps:

  • 1. brown first 7 ingredients, separate off grease, I have to do it in 3 batches, too much for one frying pan.
  • 2. mean time fry the bacon and let cool, crumble. Add the drippings and crumbles to crock pot.
  • 3. mean time add all the other ingredients to crock pot, put on high heat. Add the bacon and the three batches of browned ingredients as they are done.
  • 4. I don't have a huge crock pot so I have to start out in a big Dutch oven until it has simmered down for a while then transfer to a crock pot to continue to simmer for many hours until you get the consistency that you like. I like a thick chili. As you can see from the photo that the center of the picture is sitting above the rest of the pot. That is in the ball park of 6 hours on low heat or 4 hour at high heat. If you use he high heat or continue to cook in the dutch oven keep stirred so you don't burn the bottom.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make all the difference in your chili. Look for ripe tomatoes, crisp bell peppers, and well-seasoned ground beef.
  • Don't skimp on the spices: Chili is all about the spices. Be generous with your chili powder, cumin, and paprika. You can also add other spices to taste, such as garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, or chipotle powder.
  • Brown the beef well: Browning the beef before adding it to the chili will help to develop its flavor. Make sure to brown the beef in a hot skillet until it is browned all over.
  • Simmer the chili for a long time: The longer you simmer the chili, the better the flavors will develop. Aim to simmer the chili for at least 1 hour, or longer if you have time.
  • Add toppings: Top your chili with your favorite toppings, such as shredded cheese, sour cream, avocado, or chopped cilantro. This will add extra flavor and texture to the chili.

Conclusion:

With so many delicious chili recipes to choose from, you're sure to find one that you'll love. Whether you prefer a classic chili recipe or something more unique, there's a chili recipe out there for everyone. So get cooking and enjoy a bowl of this hearty and flavorful dish!

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