A hearty and flavorful chili that balances a touch of heat with rich, savory notes, perfect for satisfying both bold palates and those who prefer a milder experience. This robust chili is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
Carbohydrate
32 g
Cholesterol
41 mg
Fiber
10 g
Protein
20 g
Saturated Fat
4 g
Sodium
679 mg
Sugar
7 g
Fat
11 g
Unsaturated Fat
0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
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10 mins
In a large, deep skillet, cook the bacon lardons over medium-high heat until crispy and golden brown, about 8-10 minutes. Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Reserve the rendered bacon fat in the skillet.
02 Step
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10 mins
Add the ground beef to the skillet with the reserved bacon fat. Cook over medium-high heat, breaking up the beef with a spoon, until browned and no longer pink, about 8-12 minutes. Drain off any excess grease. Stir in the cooked bacon and minced garlic. Reduce heat to medium-low and pour in the red wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Add the diced tomatoes and tomato sauce.
03 Step
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5 mins
In a separate skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the green bell peppers, celery, and chopped onion. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion is softened and translucent, about 5-7 minutes. Add the vegetable mixture to the stock pot with the beef and tomato mixture. Increase the heat to medium-high and bring to a near boil.
04 Step
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1 hrs 30 mins
Stir in the kidney beans, white beans, and black beans. Season with chili powder, brown sugar, cumin, paprika, Italian seasoning, vinegar, basil, dried minced onion, parsley, red pepper flakes, oregano, hot pepper sauce, salt, and pepper. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 1 hour 30 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
For a richer flavor, use a combination of ground beef and ground pork or ground bison.
Adjust the amount of crushed red pepper flakes and hot pepper sauce to control the heat level of the chili.
If you prefer a thicker chili, you can add a tablespoon of cornstarch mixed with two tablespoons of cold water during the last 30 minutes of simmering.
This chili is even better the next day! Store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. It also freezes well for up to 2 months.
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Earlene Block
May 29, 2025This recipe is easy to follow and produces a delicious chili every time. I highly recommend it!
Malvina Macgyver
May 2, 2025I made this chili for a potluck, and it was a huge hit! Everyone raved about the flavor and asked for the recipe.
Scot Torp
Mar 18, 2025I added a can of chipotle peppers in adobo sauce for a smoky flavor, and it was amazing!
Luigi Oconnell
Sep 25, 2024This is the best chili recipe I've ever tried! The combination of spices is perfect, and it has just the right amount of heat.