Smokey Apple Bacon Chili Recipe

Name: Smokey Apple Bacon Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb hickory smoked bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces; 1 1/2 large sweet onions, Diced; 2 jalapeno peppers, De-seeded, De-veined, Diced; 2 lbs ground beef; 1 1/2 cups apple cider; 1 tablespoon liquid smoke; 1/2 teaspoon liquid smoke; 2 teaspoons cumin; 1 bay leaf; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1 teaspoon chili powder; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 15 ounces red kidney beans, drained; 15 ounces diced tomatoes with juice; 15 ounces tomato paste (1 1/2 small cans); 3 medium cortland apples

Servings: persons

1 lb hickory smoked bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 1/2 large sweet onions, Diced
2 jalapeno peppers, De-seeded, De-veined, Diced
2 lbs ground beef
1 1/2 cups apple cider
1 tablespoon liquid smoke
1/2 teaspoon liquid smoke
2 teaspoons cumin
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
15 ounces red kidney beans, drained
15 ounces diced tomatoes with juice
15 ounces tomato paste (1 1/2 small cans)
3 medium cortland apples

1
In a large saucepan, fry Bacon until crispy over medium-high heat. Remove from pan and set aside.
2
Sautee onions and peppers in bacon grease. About 3-5 Minutes.
3
Add beef and cook until brown.
4
Add cider and one tablespoon liquid smoke. Bring to a boil.
5
Add cumin, bay leaf, salt, cayenne, garlic and chili powder and mix.
6
Add beans, tomatoes and tomato paste. Bring to a boil. Simmer for about two and a half hours or until thickened.
7
Remove the core from the apples and cut into a medium to large dice.
8
Add bacon, apples, and the half teaspoon of Liquid Smoke and mix.
9
Serve Hot topped with Shredded Cheese.

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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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb hickory smoked bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces, 1 1/2 large sweet onions, Diced, 2 jalapeno peppers, De-seeded, De-veined, Diced, 2 lbs ground beef, and more.

Yes, Smokey Apple Bacon 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!

Smokey Apple Bacon Chili

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