Chunky Chili Recipe

Name: Chunky Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 Tbsp. vegetable oil; 2 large onions, chopped; 4 large garlic cloves; 4 lb. beef stew or ground beef; 3 lb. pork sausage; 2 (1 lb. 12 oz.) cans whole tomatoes; 2 (6 oz.) cans tomato paste; 6 Tbsp. chili powder; 3 tsp. cumin; 1 Tbsp. oregano; 2 (1 lb.) cans baked beans; 2 tsp. salt; 2 tsp. sugar; 2 Tbsp. unsweetened cocoa powder; 2 (15 oz.) cans kidney beans, drained; 1 (15 oz.) can pinto beans, drained

Servings: persons

4 Tbsp. vegetable oil
2 large onions, chopped
4 large garlic cloves
4 lb. beef stew or ground beef
3 lb. pork sausage
2 (1 lb. 12 oz.) cans whole tomatoes
2 (6 oz.) cans tomato paste
6 Tbsp. chili powder
3 tsp. cumin
1 Tbsp. oregano
2 (1 lb.) cans baked beans
2 tsp. salt
2 tsp. sugar
2 Tbsp. unsweetened cocoa powder
2 (15 oz.) cans kidney beans, drained
1 (15 oz.) can pinto beans, drained

1
In large heavy saucepan, heat oil.
2
Saute onions and garlic until soft, but not brown.
3
Add beef and sausage.
4
Cook until brown; pour off fat.
5
Add liquid from tomatoes.
6
Chop tomatoes and add to meat mixture with tomato paste, chili powder, cumin, oregano, baked beans, salt, sugar and cocoa powder.
7
Simmer partially covered for 2 hours, stirring often.
8
If too dry, add a little water as it cooks.
9
Stir in kidney beans and pinto beans. Cook 30 minutes longer or until meat is very tender.

2505

kcal

Calories

157

Fat

Carbs

190

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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 Tbsp. vegetable oil, 2 large onions, chopped, 4 large garlic cloves, 4 lb. beef stew or ground beef, and more.

Yes, Chunky 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!

Chunky Chili

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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