Chasen's Famous Chili Recipe

Name: Chasen's Famous Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 ounces canned kidney beans; ½ cup water; 2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans tomatoes; 1 lb green bell pepper, seeded, chopped; 1 12 lbs onions, chopped; 1 ½ tablespoons vegetable oil; 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped; ½ cup finely chopped fresh parsley; ½ cup butter (1 stick); 2 12 lbs lean ground beef; 1 lb ground pork; ⅓ cup chili powder (2 more); 2 teaspoons salt (to taste); 1 ½ teaspoons pepper; ½ teaspoon ground cumin

Servings: persons

12 ounces canned kidney beans
½ cup water
2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans tomatoes
1 lb green bell pepper, seeded, chopped
1 12 lbs onions, chopped
1 ½ tablespoons vegetable oil
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
½ cup finely chopped fresh parsley
½ cup butter (1 stick)
2 12 lbs lean ground beef
1 lb ground pork
⅓ cup chili powder (2 more)
2 teaspoons salt (to taste)
1 ½ teaspoons pepper
½ teaspoon ground cumin

1
Place beans in a large pot with 1/2 cup water.
2
Add more water as needed.
3
Add tomatoes and simmer 5 minutes.
4
Heat oil in large skillet and saute green peppers slowly 5 minutes.
5
Add onions and cook until tender, stirring frequently.
6
Add garlic and parsley.
7
In a second large skillet, melt butter and saute beef and pork 15 minutes.
8
Add meat to onion mixture, stir in chili powder and cook 10 minutes.
9
Add meat mixture to beans in large pot.
10
Season with salt, pepper and cumin.
11
Simmer, covered, 1 hour.
12
Remove cover and cook 30 minutes longer.
13
Skim fat off top.
14
NOTE: This chili freezes very well.

929

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 ounces canned kidney beans, ½ cup water, 2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans tomatoes, 1 lb green bell pepper, seeded, chopped, and more.

Yes, Chasen's Famous Chili falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chasen's Famous Chili

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Variations & substitutions

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