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    Home » Roundups

    19 Hearty Chili Recipes For Cold Weather

    Published: Aug 2, 2024 · Modified: Nov 4, 2024 by bobbieblue

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    Chili is not just a recipe but a genre. Most renditions allow you to assemble the ingredients in a pot and simply let those ingredients work their magic over medium heat. And speaking of heat, chili is so easy to customize for anyone, from the picky "no-spice-is-good-spice" to the flamethrower fire-eaters. Change it up with brisket, short rib, or even prime rib. Don't forget the accompaniments, such as crackers, sour cream, shredded cheese and a little sliced onion. Chili is an easy way to please the family while minimizing your actual "kitchen time." Not chili but super cool!

    Beer Braised Short Rib Chili Recipe

    Beer Braised Short Rib Chili Recipe
    Photo Credit: Life As A Strawberry

    This is a wonderful adult recipe that incorporates black beans, crushed tomatoes, and stout. This chili pairs wonderfully with short ribs, rump toast, and chuck roast. Balsamic vinegar, stout, pepper, and chili powder are added to this recipe to make it more decadent.

    Get the recipe: Beer Braised Short Rib Chili Recipe

    Chili Cornbread Casserole

    Photo Credit: Princess Pinky Girl

    This hearty casserole combines two favorite dishes into one amazing dinner casserole. This chili cornbread casserole is perfect for cool nights and is a great way to use leftover chili.

    Get the recipe: Chili Cornbread Casserole

    Easy Chili Mac 

    Photo Credit: Princess Pinky Girl

    This easy meal combines two favorites into one delicious dish. The best part is dinner comes together in just 20 minutes and takes only one pot!

    Get the recipe: One Pot Easy Chili Mac 

    Healthy Turkey Chili

    Photo Credit: Blue's Best Life

    This healthy turkey chili is made with plenty of beans, spices and a tomato based sauce. This chili can be prepared on the stovetop or crockpot and is a great meal to make ahead and freeze for meal prep.

    Get the recipe: Healthy Turkey Chili

    Pumpkin Chili

    Pumpkin Chili
    Photo Credit: Sweetly Splendid

    This soup will certainly keep you warm. It is a great comfort food. The sweet flavor of the pumpkin is countered by the hot spicy flavor of the chili. Other additives and ingredients are added to enhance the flavor of the dish.

    Get the recipe: Pumpkin Chili

    Crock Pot Beer Chili Recipe

    Crock Pot Beer Chili Recipe
    Photo Credit: The Cagle Diaries

    This tailgating recipe is perfect for parties. Everything is thrown together and cooked slow and low for a long time. The beer in this recipe enhances everything and blends perfectly to create a wonderful meal.

    Get the recipe: Crock Pot Beer Chili Recipe

    Green Chicken Chili 

    Green Chicken Chili 
    Photo Credit: Foodess

    This is a one-pot delicacy that pairs well with almost any kind of dish. It is a quick and easy recipe to make at home. Green salsa is the secret ingredient that makes this dish a thick, rich, and deep flavor. Green chilies, tomatillos, and garlic are added to enhance the flavor.

    Get the recipe:  Green Chicken Chili

    Frito Chili Pie

    Frito Chili Pie
    Photo Credit: Busy Family Recipes

    Frito corn chips, ground beef, and kidney beans are mixed and simmered for 40 minutes to deliver a tasty pie that is crunchy, sweet, and spicy. Add chili as you want and jalapenos to taste.

    Get the recipe: Frito Chili Pie

    Best Vegan Chili Recipe

    Best Vegan Chili Recipe
    Photo Credit: Raepublic

    This is another easy one-pot recipe that will keep your family begging for more. The blend of spices and ingredients in this dish makes it a comforting and satisfying meal. Kidney beans, lentils, and vegetables are added to bring a healthy element to this dish.

    Get the recipe: Best Vegan Chili Recipe

    Slow Cooker No Bean Chili

    Slow Cooker No Bean Chili
    Photo Credit: Pumpkin n Spice

    Two different types of ground beef and a lot of seasoning and chili in a slow cooker make one sumptuous chili dish. You can serve it with whatever toppings you desire.

    Get the recipe: Slow Cooker No Bean Chili

    Brisket Chili

    Brisket Chili
    Photo Credit: Out Grilling

    Do not throw away leftover brisket after the party ends. You can make this chili recipe with or without beans. The smoky chunks of brisket add amazing flavor to the hot and spicy chilly mix and blend nicely to create a meal everyone will love.

    Get the recipe: Brisket Chili

    Slow Cooker Jalapeno Popper Chicken Chili

    Slow Cooker Jalapeno Popper Chicken Chili
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker

    The combination of fire-roasted tomatoes, ground chicken, bacon, and other simple ingredients make a chili recipe your family will enjoy. Jalapeno and chili are included to deliver the perfect kick with every taste.

    Get the recipe: Slow Cooker Jalapeno Popper Chicken Chili

    Slow Cooker Prime Rib Chili

    Slow Cooker Prime Rib Chili
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker

    Leftover prime rib, roasted tomatoes, chili, and your favorite additives combine in this recipe to create a finger-licking dish. This is a slow cooker recipe with lots of seasonings and beef broth to add flavor.

    Get the recipe: Slow Cooker Prime Rib Chili

    Spicy Harissa Turkey Chili

    Spicy Harissa Turkey Chili
    Photo Credit: Peas and Crayons

    This one-pot meal is an easy-to-make meal for busy weeknights. Chile sauce spiked with coriander, caraway, garlic, or other herbs and seasoning creamy a frothy and spicy grounded turkey chili that pairs well with many meals.

    Get the recipe: Spicy Harissa Turkey Chili

    Instant Pot Wendy's Chili Copycat Recipe

    Instant Pot Wendy's Chili Copycat Recipe
    Photo Credit: Eating In An Instant

    You can also prepare this wonderful Wendy's Chili copycat recipe at home in a few minutes and with simple pantry ingredients. Ground beef, celery, onions, kidney beans, ground cumin, garlic, and chili powder are the ingredients you need to prepare this delicacy.

    Get the recipe: Instant Pot Wendy's Chili Copycat Recipe

    Hatch Pork Green Chili

    Hatch Pork Green Chili
    Photo Credit: Three Olives Branch

    When you prepare this recipe at home and taste it you will understand why it is an award-winning recipe. It is prepared with savory pork and hatch green chile peppers. It is also a low-carb delicacy that pairs well with any Mexican food.

    Get the recipe: Hatch Pork Green Chili

    Panera Bread Turkey Chili Recipe

    Panera Bread Turkey Chili Recipe
    Photo Credit: Mamas On A Budget

    This recipe is loaded with chickpeas, ground turkey meat, edamame, kidney beans, salsa verde, tomatoes, and a variety of your favorite herbs and spices. It is flavorful and works great with tortilla chips, fresh cilantro, and sour cream.

    Get the recipes: Panera Bread Turkey Chili Recipe

    Hearty Homemade Chili Con Carne

    Hearty Homemade Chili Con Carne
    Photo Credit: Foodess

    Grounded beef is simmered over the stove and chili is added to create a thick, rich, flavorful, and award-winning con carne delicacy. Garlic cloves and jalapenos are added to enhance the flavor and deliver a 'kick' when you taste this chili dish.

    Get the recipe: Hearty Homemade Chili Con Carne

    Mexican Chorizo Chili con Carne (Frijoles Enchilados)

    Mexican Chorizo Chili con Carne (Frijoles Enchilados)
    Photo Credit: Muy Bueno Blog

    When you want to prepare a Mexican-inspired recipe you know it will be sweet, spicy, and decadent. The Mexican Chorizo Chili con Carne (Frijoles Enchilados) is this and more. Ground beef, chorizos, and black beans in this meal deliver a wonderful flavor that makes this meal quite comforting.

    Get the recipe: Mexican Chorizo Chili con Carne (Frijoles Enchilados)

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