Natalie Mitchell
@namitc
Healthier Tailgate Chili
A delicious and hearty chili that combines lean meats and a variety of beans, perfect for tailgating or any gathering. This healthier version is packed with flavor and nutrients, making it a crowd-pleaser without the guilt.
Details
- Cuisine:american
- Difficulty:medium
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Ingredients:25
- Views:4
Recipe Information
- Prep time35 min.
- Cook time2 min.
- Total time37 min.
- Servings12
Ingredients
- 2 pounds
- 1 pound
- 3 (15 ounce) cans
- 1 (15 ounce) can
- 2 (28 ounce) cans
- 1 (6 ounce) can
- 1
- 3
- 1
- 1
- 2
- 1/2 cup
- 1/4 cup
- 1 tablespoon
- 1 tablespoon
- 1 tablespoon
- 2 teaspoons
- 2 teaspoons
- 1 teaspoon
- 1 teaspoon
- 1 teaspoon
- 1 teaspoon
- 1 teaspoon
- 1 teaspoon
- 3 cups
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Healthier Tailgate Chili.
Step 1
Start by crumbling the extra-lean ground beef and chicken sausage into a large stock pot over medium-high heat. Cook and stir the mixture until it’s evenly browned, which should take about 10 to 12 minutes. Don’t forget to drain any excess grease to keep it healthier!
Step 2
Next, pour in the drained chili beans, the spicy chili beans, the diced tomatoes with their juice, and the tomato paste. Add in the chopped onion, celery, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, and green chile peppers. To give it a little kick, pour in the beer.
Step 3
Now it’s time to season! Sprinkle in the chili powder, Worcestershire sauce, minced garlic, dried oregano, ground cumin, hot pepper sauce, dried basil, salt, ground black pepper, cayenne pepper, paprika, and a touch of white sugar. Stir everything together until well blended.
Step 4
Cover the pot and let it simmer over low heat. This is where the magic happens! Stir occasionally and let it cook for at least 2 hours. The longer it simmers, the more the flavors will meld together, creating a rich and hearty chili.
Step 5
After 2 hours, taste your chili and adjust the seasoning if needed. You might want to add a bit more salt, ground pepper, or chili powder to suit your taste.
Step 6
When you’re ready to serve, ladle the chili into bowls and top it off with a generous handful of baked tortilla chips. Enjoy your delicious, healthier tailgate chili!