Soup Night Chipotle Chili Recipe

Name: Soup Night Chipotle Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: FOR THE CHILI:; 4 Tablespoons Canola Oil, Divided; 1 pound Lean Ground Beef; 1 whole Onion, Chopped; 2 whole Chipotle Chiles, Chopped; 2 teaspoons Adobo Sauce From Canned Chipotles; 4 whole Cloves Garlic, Chopped; 1 teaspoon Thyme, Heaping; 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin, Heaping; 1 teaspoon Oregano, Heaping; 2 cans Fire-roasted Tomatoes, Diced And With Juice (14 1/2 Oz Size); 1 can Tomato Sauce (14 1/2 Oz Size); 2 cans Beans, Rinsed And Drained (14 1/2 Oz Size); 1 Tablespoon Molasses; 1 Tablespoon Brown Sugar; 1 Tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce; _____; FOR THE OPTIONAL GARNISHES:; Chopped Cilantro; Grated Cheese; Chopped Green Onions; Chopped Avocado; Sour Cream Or Plain Yogurt; Grated Mexican Chocolate

Servings: persons

FOR THE CHILI:
4 Tablespoons Canola Oil, Divided
1 pound Lean Ground Beef
1 whole Onion, Chopped
2 whole Chipotle Chiles, Chopped
2 teaspoons Adobo Sauce From Canned Chipotles
4 whole Cloves Garlic, Chopped
1 teaspoon Thyme, Heaping
1 teaspoon Ground Cumin, Heaping
1 teaspoon Oregano, Heaping
2 cans Fire-roasted Tomatoes, Diced And With Juice (14 1/2 Oz Size)
1 can Tomato Sauce (14 1/2 Oz Size)
2 cans Beans, Rinsed And Drained (14 1/2 Oz Size)
1 Tablespoon Molasses
1 Tablespoon Brown Sugar
1 Tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce
_____
FOR THE OPTIONAL GARNISHES:
Chopped Cilantro
Grated Cheese
Chopped Green Onions
Chopped Avocado
Sour Cream Or Plain Yogurt
Grated Mexican Chocolate

1
NOTE! If you haven't used chipotle chiles, they pack a punch. Start out slowly with 1 and build till you find your preferred level of heat. Fortunately, the Soupsters are a hearty group so we go full throttle with 2.
2
Preheat 2 Tablespoons canola oil in your chili kettle and brown ground beef till cooked; drain and set aside.
3
In kettle, heat remaining canola oil and saute onions till soft, adding chipotle chiles, adobo sauce, garlic, thyme, cumin and oregano. Simmer 8-10 minutes till well blended.
4
Add the browned beef, tomatoes and tomato sauce. Simmer 5 minutes or so. Add beans, molasses, brown sugar and Worcestershire sauce. Cover and simmer 30-40 minutes or longer.
5
Taste and adjust for sweet/smokiness by adding molasses and/or brown sugar; adjust for salty/smokiness by adding very small amounts of Worcestershire sauce. Adjust other seasonings as needed.
6
Serve with or without garnishes.

914

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Protein

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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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 24 ingredients. The key ingredients include: FOR THE CHILI:, 4 Tablespoons Canola Oil, Divided, 1 pound Lean Ground Beef, 1 whole Onion, Chopped, and more.

Yes, Soup Night 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!

Soup Night Chipotle Chili

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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