Best 10 Southwestern Style Lime Chili Recipes

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Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will transport your taste buds to the vibrant and flavorful landscapes of the Southwest! In this article, we'll guide you through the art of crafting the perfect Southwestern-Style Lime Chili, a dish that embodies the essence of this region's rich culinary heritage. From selecting the finest ingredients to mastering the delicate balance of spices, we'll provide you with all the knowledge and inspiration you need to create a truly memorable dish that will tantalize your senses and leave you craving for more. So gather your ingredients, prepare your palate, and let's dive into the world of Southwestern-Style Lime Chili!

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

SOUTHWESTERN-STYLE LIME CHILI



Southwestern-Style Lime Chili image

I came up with this recipe the first week of October, when I was participating in a chili cook-off in Mountain Home, ID. Came out great and every judge and taster enjoyed it. It will have the authentic chili flavor with a little 'twist.' This recipe should be started the night before you wish to serve it.

Provided by bakerandahalf

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

Time 14h50m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 16

3 tablespoons cooking oil
1 large green bell pepper, chopped
1 onion, chopped
2 tablespoons minced garlic
2 pounds sirloin roast, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
3 (15 ounce) cans chili beans
2 (15 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
2 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce
3 cups water
2 tablespoons mild chili powder
3 tablespoons ground cumin
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg, or more to taste
2 tablespoons salt
1 tablespoon ground black pepper
lime, juiced
6 drops Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat. Cook and stir the green bell peppers, onion, and garlic in the hot oil until soft, 5 to 7 minutes. Add the sirloin roast to the pepper mixture and continue cooking until the beef is completely browned, 25 to 30 minutes.
  • Stir the chili beans, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, water, chili powder, cumin, nutmeg, salt, black pepper, lime juice, and Worcestershire sauce into the pot; reduce heat to medium-low and cook 3 to 5 hours. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly before chilling in refrigerator overnight.
  • Before serving, return pot to stove over medium-low heat; cook another 3 to 4 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 264.8 calories, Carbohydrate 28.4 g, Cholesterol 33.1 mg, Fat 9.3 g, Fiber 7.4 g, Protein 20.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 2000.1 mg, Sugar 8 g

ONE RECIPE, TWO MEALS: SOUTHWEST-STYLE CHILI



One Recipe, Two Meals: Southwest-Style Chili image

The chili starts off the same for everyone: browned seasoned beef, a dose of veggies, black beans, tomatoes and a little bit of tomato sauce. At this point the kids' version is ready! To up the ante for the adults, I added a bit of beer, beef stock, more chili powder, a minced jalapeno and brown sugar to round it out.

Provided by Bev Weidner

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h5m

Yield 4 servings (2 kids, 2 adults)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 pound ground beef
1 tablespoon ground cumin
3 teaspoons chili powder
Salt and pepper
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 medium white onion, diced
1 green bell pepper, diced
One 15-ounce can black beans, drained and rinsed
One 14.5-ounce can diced tomatoes
One 8-ounce can tomato sauce
1 cup stout beer, such as Guinness
1 cup beef stock
1 tablespoon minced jalapeno
1 tablespoon brown sugar
Lime juice, optional
Garnishes: shredded Cheddar, sour cream, sliced jalapeno, sour cream, torn cilantro sprigs
Serving suggestion: cornbread

Steps:

  • Let's make the kids' version first. In a large pot, brown the ground beef all over, until no longer pink. If you need to drain the fat, go right ahead! Add the cumin, 1 teaspoon chili powder and a good pinch of salt. Saute for a minute or so. Add the garlic, onion and bell pepper. Saute until the veggies soften and the garlic is fragrant, another couple of minutes.
  • Add the beans, diced tomatoes and tomato sauce. Stir to combine and let simmer for 10 minutes. Taste it. The kids will dig that, right?
  • Ladle out about a cup for each of your littles. Top each bowl with shredded Cheddar and serve cornbread on the side!
  • Now let's finish this out for the adults. To the pot, add the beer, beef stock, jalapeno, brown sugar and the remaining 2 teaspoons chili powder. It will feel pretty soupy at this point, but let it simmer for another 20 minutes or so, stirring once in a while. Taste it one more time for any seasoning adjustments. Maybe a little salt? Lime juice? Go for it.
  • Serve it with shredded cheese, sliced jalapeno, sour cream and torn cilantro sprigs. Boom.

SOUTHWESTERN CHILI



Southwestern Chili image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h35m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 large onions, chopped
2 green bell peppers, cored, seeded and chopped
2 tablespoons minced (3 large cloves) garlic
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/4 cup chili powder, or to taste
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon dried oregano
2 tablespoons tomato paste (recommend getting tube)
3 pounds boneless beef chuck, ground coarse
1 (28-ounce) can whole tomatoes, including liquid
1 to 1 1/2 cups beef broth
4 tablespoons cider vinegar
1-ounce unsweetened chocolate, chopped
1 (19-ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
Rice, as an accompaniment
Toppings: Tortilla chips; sour cream; grated cheddar; chopped red onions; chopped jalapenos; diced avocado; minced cilantro; etc.

Steps:

  • In a casserole cook the onions, peppers and garlic in the oil over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes. Add the chili powder, cumin and oregano and cook, stirring, for 3 minutes. Add the tomato paste and cook, stirring, for 2 minutes more. Add the beef and cook, stirring occasionally, until no longer pink. Add the tomatoes, 1 cup of the broth, the vinegar and chocolate and bring the mixture to a boil, crushing the tomatoes with the back of a spoon. Simmer the chili, covered, for 1 hour, adding additional broth, if necessary. Add the kidney beans and simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes more. Ladle into bowls and serve with rice and desired toppings.

SOUTHWESTERN-STYLE LIME CHILI



Southwestern-Style Lime Chili image

I came up with this recipe the first week of October, when I was participating in a chili cook-off in Mountain Home, ID. Came out great and every judge and taster enjoyed it. It will have the authentic chili flavor with a little 'twist.' This recipe should be started the night before you wish to serve it.

Provided by bakerandahalf

Categories     Beef Chili

Time 14h50m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 16

3 tablespoons cooking oil
1 large green bell pepper, chopped
1 onion, chopped
2 tablespoons minced garlic
2 pounds sirloin roast, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
3 (15 ounce) cans chili beans
2 (15 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
2 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce
3 cups water
2 tablespoons mild chili powder
3 tablespoons ground cumin
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg, or more to taste
2 tablespoons salt
1 tablespoon ground black pepper
lime, juiced
6 drops Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat. Cook and stir the green bell peppers, onion, and garlic in the hot oil until soft, 5 to 7 minutes. Add the sirloin roast to the pepper mixture and continue cooking until the beef is completely browned, 25 to 30 minutes.
  • Stir the chili beans, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, water, chili powder, cumin, nutmeg, salt, black pepper, lime juice, and Worcestershire sauce into the pot; reduce heat to medium-low and cook 3 to 5 hours. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly before chilling in refrigerator overnight.
  • Before serving, return pot to stove over medium-low heat; cook another 3 to 4 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 264.8 calories, Carbohydrate 28.4 g, Cholesterol 33.1 mg, Fat 9.3 g, Fiber 7.4 g, Protein 20.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 2000.1 mg, Sugar 8 g

SOUTHWEST VEGETARIAN CHILI



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My vegetarian daughter inspired me to develop this nutritious, meatless chili recipe. No one will miss the meat! I use vine-ripened tomatoes, cilantro and peppers from my garden plus fresh local corn from the farmers market. -Cindy Beberman, Orland Park, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium sweet onion, chopped
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1-1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
2 cups diced fresh tomatoes (about 3 medium)
1-1/2 cups fresh or frozen corn (about 8 ounces)
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained
2 cups reduced-sodium vegetable broth
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Optional: Sour cream, diced avocado and lime wedges

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion and jalapeno; cook and stir until tender, 4-5 minutes. Add garlic, cumin and chili powder; cook 1 minute longer., Stir in tomatoes, corn, beans, broth and salt; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until heated through, about 5 minutes. Stir in cilantro. Serve with optional toppings as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 214 calories, Fat 4g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 496mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 9g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SOUTHWESTERN LIME CHICKEN WITH ANCHO CHILI SAUCE



Southwestern Lime Chicken with Ancho Chili Sauce image

Categories     Chicken     Pepper     Marinate     Low Carb     Lime     Summer     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup fresh lime juice
6 tablespoons soy sauce
1/4 cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano
1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
8 skinless boneless chicken breast halves
8 slices Monterey Jack cheese
Ancho Chili Sauce

Steps:

  • Combine first 9 ingredients in medium bowl; whisk to blend. Place chicken in 13 x 9 x 2-inch glass baking dish. Pour marinade over. Cover and refrigerate overnight, turning occasionally.
  • Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat). Remove chicken breasts from marinade. Grill chicken until just cooked through, turning occasionally, about 10 minutes. Place 1 cheese slice atop each chicken breast half; cover barbecue and cook until cheese melts, about 2 minutes. Transfer chicken breasts to plates. Serve with Ancho Chili Sauce.

SOUTHWESTERN CORNBREAD WITH CHILI HONEY-LIME BUTTER



Southwestern Cornbread with Chili Honey-Lime Butter image

I put a wonderful twist on my grandma's classic cornbread. The teachers at my kids' school thought it was sensational. Any leftover flavored butter can be kept in the refrigerator for about a week, and used in other great recipes or on seeded toast. -Elizabeth Charpiot, Santa Rosa, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 45m

Yield 15 servings (1/2 cup butter).

Number Of Ingredients 22

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups yellow cornmeal
1/2 cup sugar
4 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon dried minced garlic
1 teaspoon dried minced onion
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon chili powder
2 cups buttermilk
1/2 cup canola oil
2 large eggs, room temperature
1 jar (7 ounces) roasted sweet red peppers, drained, patted dry and chopped
1 cup frozen corn, thawed
1/4 cup minced chives
CHILI HONEY-LIME BUTTER:
1/2 cup butter, softened
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon grated lime zest

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first 10 ingredients. In a small bowl, whisk the buttermilk, oil and eggs. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in the red peppers, corn and chives., Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake at 400° for 23-28 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Remove to a wire rack., In a small bowl, combine the butter, lime juice, honey, chili powder and lime zest. Serve with warm cornbread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 317 calories, Fat 15g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 46mg cholesterol, Sodium 488mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

SOUTHWESTERN LIME CHICKEN WITH ANCHO CHILI SAUCE



Southwestern Lime Chicken With Ancho Chili Sauce image

From epicurious.com. The sauce can be made ahead of time. I prepare it when I prepare the chicken for marinating.

Provided by Brookelynne26

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time P1DT15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

1/2 cup fresh lime juice
6 tablespoons soy sauce
1/4 cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano
1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
8 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
8 slices monterey jack cheese
3 dried ancho chiles, stemmed, seeded, torn into pieces
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin

Steps:

  • For the Chicken: Combine first 9 ingredients in medium bowl; whisk to blend. Place chicken in 13 x 9 x 2-inch glass baking dish. Pour marinade over. Cover and refrigerate overnight, turning occasionally.
  • Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat). Remove chicken breasts from marinade. Grill chicken until just cooked through, turning occasionally, about 10 minutes. Place 1 cheese slice atop each chicken breast half; cover barbecue and cook until cheese melts, about 2 minutes. Transfer chicken breasts to plates. Serve with Ancho Chili Sauce.
  • Make the Sauce: Place chilies in medium metal bowl. Pour enough boiling water over chilies to cover. Let stand until chilies are soft, about 30 minutes. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup soaking liquid.
  • Puree chilies, 3 tablespoons soaking liquid and lime juice in blender until smooth. Transfer to small bowl. Whisk in mayonnaise, brown sugar, oregano, rosemary and cumin. Season to taste with salt and pepper. (Can be prepared 3 days ahead. Cover and refrigerate. Bring to room temperature before using, adding water by tablespoonfuls and stirring if very thick.).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 417.7, Fat 24, SaturatedFat 7.7, Cholesterol 104.3, Sodium 1158.5, Carbohydrate 16.9, Fiber 2, Sugar 8.2, Protein 34.5

SOUTHWESTERN LIME CHICKEN



Southwestern Lime Chicken image

Yummy. From Bon Appetit. I usually use the George Foreman, slice the chicken and add it to Summer Veggie Burritos ##113986 for non-veggies.

Provided by LA286570

Categories     High Protein

Time P1DT20m

Yield 8 chicken breasts, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup fresh lime juice
6 tablespoons soy sauce
1/4 cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano
1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
8 boneless skinless chicken breast halves

Steps:

  • Combine first 9 ingredients in medium bowl; whisk to blend.
  • Place chicken in 13 x 9 x 2-inch glass baking dish. Pour marinade over.
  • Cover and refrigerate overnight, turning occasionally.
  • Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat).
  • Remove chicken breasts from marinade.
  • Grill chicken until just cooked through, turning occasionally, about 10 minutes.
  • Transfer chicken breasts to plates.

SOUTHWESTERN CHILI WITH ELOTE TOPPING



Southwestern Chili with Elote Topping image

Try this delicious Mexican street corn-inspired topping, ready in a few minutes with only a few ingredients.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 15m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pouch (20 oz) Progresso™ Southwest Style white chicken chili with beans
1 ear fresh sweet corn, husks removed
Cooking spray
1/4 cup crumbled queso fresco cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
Ancho chile powder, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat chili as directed on pouch; divide between 2 bowls.
  • Meanwhile, set oven control to broil. Spray corn with cooking spray. Place on broiler pan; broil with top 4 to 6 inches from heat 3 to 5 minutes, turning once or twice, until corn is charred. Carefully cut corn off cob using sharp knife. In small bowl, mix charred corn kernels, cheese, cilantro and lime juice. Top chili with corn mixture; sprinkle with chile powder.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 370, Carbohydrate 42 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 9 g, Protein 23 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 950 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g

Tips:

- Use fresh ingredients whenever possible. This will give your dishes the best flavor. - Don't be afraid to experiment with different flavors. Southwestern cuisine is all about bold, flavorful dishes, so don't be afraid to mix and match different ingredients to create your own unique dishes. - Use a variety of cooking methods. Southwestern cuisine uses a variety of cooking methods, including grilling, roasting, baking, and frying. This helps to create a variety of textures and flavors in your dishes. - Make sure to use proper safety and sanitation methods when preparing and cooking food. This will help to prevent foodborne illness.

Conclusion:

Southwestern cuisine is a delicious and flavorful cuisine that is perfect for any occasion. With its bold flavors and variety of dishes, Southwestern cuisine is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for something new to cook, give Southwestern cuisine a try. You won't be disappointed!

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