Chipotle Chili
A warm, smoky, and hearty Chipotle Chili packed with rich flavor from slow-simmered spices, chipotle peppers in adobo, and tender beans. This easy one-pot recipe delivers the perfect balance of heat and comfort - ideal for cozy weeknights, meal prep, or game day gatherings.
Ingredients
- 2.5 lbs ground beef (or turkey)
- 1 onion diced
- 1 green bell pepper diced
- ½ poblano pepper diced
- 1 tablespoon garlic minced or paste
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 29 oz Tomato Sauce can
- ½ can chipotle peppers in adobo sauce you'll use about ½ of the 7oz can
- 1 can chili beans
- 1 can beef broth
- 3 tablespoon chili powder
- 2 tablespoon all purpose seasoning
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon beef bouillon powder optional
- 2 tablespoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon oregano
- 1 tablespoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- salt to taste
Instructions
- Blend up your chipotle peppers with adobo sauce. Use about ½ the 7oz can. Also add in few tablespoon of beef broth to thin it out just a bit while blending.
- In a large pot, add some oil/butter and sauté 1 small diced onion, 1 small diced green bell pepper, poblano pepper, and a few cloves of minced garlic until softened. Remove and set aside.
- Add in 2-3 lbs ground beef/turkey into a large pot or dutch oven and cook until done (browned)
- Make a well in the center of your meat and add in tomato paste. Let tomato paste cook for 1-2 minutes
- Add in tomato sauce, chipotle peppers (blended), and chili beans
- Add in some beef broth until your chili reaches your desired consistency. I used about ½ the can of beef broth.
- Add in your seasonings: Chili powder, all purpose seasoning, onion powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, oregano, cumin, salt, sugar, beef bouillon (optional), and cinnamon (optional)
- Give everything a good mix and simmer on low for 2+ hours if you have time. Stir every 15-20 minutes.
- Serve and add your favorite toppings like cheese & sour cream