Sharon's Awesome Chicago Chili

Sharon's Awesome Chicago Chili
  • PREP TIME
    10 mins
  • COOK TIME
    4 hrs 5 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    4 hrs 15 mins
  • SERVING
    10 People
  • VIEWS
    184

A hearty and flavorful Chicago-style chili that's sure to become a family favorite. This recipe is perfect for chilly evenings or gatherings with friends, delivering a rich, satisfying taste that will leave everyone craving more.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    41 g
  • Cholesterol
    55 mg
  • Fiber
    12 g
  • Protein
    26 g
  • Saturated Fat
    4 g
  • Sodium
    890 mg
  • Sugar
    11 g
  • Fat
    12 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 15 mins In a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven, brown the ground beef over medium heat, breaking it up with a spoon. (10-15 minutes)

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02 Step

Recipe View 2 mins Drain off any excess fat from the beef. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View 5 mins Add the kidney beans, diced tomatoes, beer, chili sauce, chopped onion, minced garlic, chili seasoning, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, oregano, sugar, hot sauce, and Worcestershire sauce to the pot. Stir well to combine all ingredients. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 10 mins Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. (10 minutes)

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05 Step

Recipe View 6 hrs Simmer, uncovered, for at least 4 hours, or up to 6 hours, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. The longer it simmers, the richer the flavor will become. (240-360 minutes)

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Recipe View 5 mins Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Add more hot sauce for extra heat, or a pinch of sugar to balance the flavors. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View Serve hot, topped with shredded Cheddar cheese, sour cream, chopped green onions, or your favorite chili toppings.

For a richer flavor, consider using a combination of ground beef and ground pork or chorizo.
If you don't have beer on hand, you can substitute with beef broth or water.
Feel free to adjust the amount of cayenne pepper and hot sauce to suit your spice preference.
This chili tastes even better the next day, as the flavors have more time to meld together.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.2/ 5 ( 61 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Vallie Predovic

    The perfect balance of flavors! I appreciate the tips provided with the recipe!

  • Hermann Bailey

    I made this for a Super Bowl party, and it was a huge hit! Everyone raved about it. I added a little extra cayenne pepper for some kick.

  • Kelton Mills

    This chili is amazing! My family absolutely loved it. The flavor is so rich and complex, and the simmering time really makes a difference.

  • Aliza Reichert

    I've made this chili several times now, and it's always a winner. The recipe is easy to follow, and the results are delicious.

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