Whiskey Chili Recipe

Name: Whiskey Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef; 1 package bacon; 1 28 oz can diced tomatoes; 1 can (regular) red kidney beans; 1 yellow onion, chopped; 1/2 red onion chopped; 1 jalepeno chopped; 1 tsp cumin; 1 tsp chili powder; 1 tbs kosher salt (regular will work too, also can be subbed for seasoning salt); 1 tsp franks hot sauce; 1 tbs liquid smoke; 2 tbs brown sugar; 4 oz whiskey (jack daniels works well)

Servings: persons

1 lb ground beef
1 package bacon
1 28 oz can diced tomatoes
1 can (regular) red kidney beans
1 yellow onion, chopped
1/2 red onion chopped
1 jalepeno chopped
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp chili powder
1 tbs kosher salt (regular will work too, also can be subbed for seasoning salt)
1 tsp franks hot sauce
1 tbs liquid smoke
2 tbs brown sugar
4 oz whiskey (jack daniels works well)

1
Saute onions and jalepeno together in large pot until soft, then turn to low and add the can of tomatoes, beans, liquid smoke, and brown sugar. Let simmer.
2
In fry pan, cook entire package of bacon (4-5 strips at a time, it takes a while). Once cooked crisp, chop/crumble bacon and add to the chili pot.
3
KEEP BACON GREASE. Cook the lb of ground beef in the bacon grease and add cumin and chili powder. Also, add franks hot sauce to the meat. Brown for approx 7-10 minutes depending on the size of the pan. Add this to the chili pot.
4
Final step, add four shots of whiskey to the mix and stir it in. Add a shake of more cumin or chili powder to taste. Season with remaining salt to taste. Simmer on low for one hour.
5
I refrigerated overnight and simmered it for another hour the next day before serving. Letting it sit overnight allowed all the flavors to set in.
6
Any suggestions or additions for next time? I love feedback and opinions!

900

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb ground beef, 1 package bacon, 1 28 oz can diced tomatoes, 1 can (regular) red kidney beans, and more.

Yes, Whiskey 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.

Whiskey Chili

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