Tex Mex Chipotle Chili: A Hearty Stew with Ground Meat, Beans, Tomatoes, and Spices
Tex Mex Chipotle Chili is a delicious and flavorful recipe that is perfect for feeding a crowd, enjoying at a tailgate, or serving at a family get-together. This thick and chunky chili is made with a combination of peppers, spicy chili seasonings, and a generous amount of chipotles, giving it a rich and smoky taste that is sure to please your taste buds.
Ingredients for Tex Mex Chipotle Chili:
– 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
– 2 ½ pounds Fresh 90% Lean Premium Ground Beef
– 2 cups small diced onions
– 4 garlic cloves, minced
– 1 tablespoon Ground Chipotle Chile Pepper
– Kosher salt, to taste
– Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
– 1 cup Pork Marinade (see recipe below)
– 1 (28 ounce) can diced fire roasted tomatoes, drained
– 2 Chipotle peppers in Adobo sauce, chopped
– 2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, drained
Directions:
1. Heat vegetable oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
2. Add the ground beef, onions, garlic, ground chipotle chile pepper, salt, and black pepper. Cook until the beef browns and the onions soften.
3. Transfer the beef and vegetables to a slow cooker. Add the Pork Marinade, tomatoes, Chipotle peppers, and black beans.
4. Cook on low heat for 2 to 3 hours or until heated through. Enjoy!
Toppings for the Chili:
– Low-fat sour cream (optional garnish)
– Low-fat Mexican cheese (optional garnish)
– Jalapenos (optional garnish)
– Chopped fresh cilantro (optional garnish)
– 1 large avocado, sliced thin (optional garnish)
Notes:
– Leftover chili can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
– To thicken the chili, mix a tablespoon of flour with some of the chili liquid and whisk together before adding back into the chili.
– If the chili is too spicy, adding a little honey can help to balance the flavors.
Pork Marinade Recipe:
Ingredients:
– ½ cup soy sauce
– ¼ cup brown sugar
– ¼ cup Worcestershire sauce
– 1 tbsp dijon mustard
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tsp pepper
Directions:
1. Combine soy sauce, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, dijon mustard, garlic, and pepper in a bowl and whisk until combined.
With its bold flavors and easy preparation, Tex Mex Chipotle Chili is sure to become a favorite in your recipe collection. Serve it up with your favorite toppings and enjoy a hearty and satisfying meal with friends and family.