Fire-Roasted Tomato, Beef, and Chipotle Chili

Name: Fire-Roasted Tomato, Beef, and Chipotle Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 slices applewood-smoked bacon or black pepper bacon; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (once around the pan); 2 pounds ground sirloin; 2 tablespoons grill seasoning, such as McCormicks Montreal Steak Seasoning; 4 garlic cloves, chopped; 1 medium to large yellow onion, finely chopped; 1 red bell pepper, cored, seeded, and chopped in 1/4-inch dice; 3 tablespoons ground chipotle chili powder (on spice aisle next to dark chili powder) or 1/2 small can chipotle chilies in adobo, chopped; 6 ounces of beer; 1 large can (28 ounces) fire-roasted tomatoes, such as Muir Glen brand; 1 8-ounce brick of smoked white Cheddar or chipotle Cheddar, such as Cabot brand, shredded

Servings: persons

4 slices applewood-smoked bacon or black pepper bacon
1 tablespoon vegetable oil (once around the pan)
2 pounds ground sirloin
2 tablespoons grill seasoning, such as McCormicks Montreal Steak Seasoning
4 garlic cloves, chopped
1 medium to large yellow onion, finely chopped
1 red bell pepper, cored, seeded, and chopped in 1/4-inch dice
3 tablespoons ground chipotle chili powder (on spice aisle next to dark chili powder) or 1/2 small can chipotle chilies in adobo, chopped
6 ounces of beer
1 large can (28 ounces) fire-roasted tomatoes, such as Muir Glen brand
1 8-ounce brick of smoked white Cheddar or chipotle Cheddar, such as Cabot brand, shredded

1
Heat a medium pot over medium-high heat.
2
Chop the bacon into 1-inch pieces.
3
Add vegetable oil to the hot pot with the bacon.
4
Brown the bacon until crisp and reserve on a plate lined with paper towels.
5
To the bacon renderings and oil add the meat and break up with the back of a wooden spoon.
6
Season the meat with grill seasoning.
7
Let the meat brown for 3 minutes, then add the garlic, three-fourths of the onions, bell pepper, and the chipotle powder.
8
The remaining raw chopped onions are for topping the chili.
9
Cook the meat and onions together for 5 or 6 minutes, then deglaze the pan with the beer.
10
Add the tomatoes next and stir them in to combine.
11
Simmer the chili over low heat for 10 minutes.
12
Top bowls of chili with cheese, bacon, and finely chopped raw onion.

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* 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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 slices applewood-smoked bacon or black pepper bacon, 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (once around the pan), 2 pounds ground sirloin, 2 tablespoons grill seasoning, such as McCormicks Montreal Steak Seasoning, and more.

Yes, Fire-Roasted Tomato, Beef, and Chipotle 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!