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Chili Gourmet Style

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This gourmet-style chili combines boneless beef chuck and ground turkey with a rich blend of spices, cocoa, and tomato. Simmered for over an hour, it develops deep, savory flavors perfect for a satisfying family dinner. Serve with sour cream and scallions for a classic touch.
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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 12
Calories: 165
Dietary: Gluten-free
Description
This gourmet-style chili combines boneless beef chuck and ground turkey with a rich blend of spices, cocoa, and tomato. Simmered for over an hour, it develops deep, savory flavors perfect for a satisfying family dinner. Serve with sour cream and scallions for a classic touch.
Ingredients
  • 3 cups Chopped onions
  • 1/4 cup Vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoons Minced garlic
  • 3 pounds Boneless beef chuck, ground
  • 2 pounds Ground turkey
  • 1/4 cup Chili powder
  • 1/4 cup Ground cumin
  • 2 tablespoons Unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 tablespoons Paprika
  • 1 tablespoon Oregano
  • 4 teaspoons Dried hot pepper flakes
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 2 15-oz cans Tomato sauce
  • 1 cup Chicken broth
  • 3 tablespoons Cider vinegar
  • 1 15-oz can Kidney beans, drained
  • 3 green peppers Cut into 1/2-inch pieces
  • 6 tablespoons Sour cream
  • 1 bunch Scallions, sliced (for garnish)
  • To taste Salt and pepper
Directions
  1. 1
    In a large pot, cook the onions in oil, covered over moderately low heat, stirring occasionally, until onions are soft.
  2. 2
    Add the garlic, cook for one minute.
  3. 3
    Add the ground beef and turkey, cook over moderate heat, stirring to break up the lumps.
  4. 4
    Cook until no longer pink.
  5. 5
    Add chili powder, cumin, cocoa, paprika, oregano, red pepper flakes, and the bay leaves.
  6. 6
    Cook the mixture, stirring, for one minute.
  7. 7
    Add the tomato sauce, broth, and vinegar, bring the mixture to a boil.
  8. 8
    Simmer covered, stirring occasionally, for 75 minutes or until the meat is tender.
  9. 9
    Add the kidney beans, green pepper, and salt and pepper to taste.
  10. 10
    Simmer 15 minutes or until bell peppers are tender.
  11. 11
    Discard the bay leaves.
  12. 12
    Ladle the chili into mugs and garnish with the scallions and sour cream.
  13. 13
    Chili may be made 3 days in advance. Chili will improve in flavor if cooled completely uncovered and then chilled covered overnight.
  14. 14
    Note: Use either turkey or ground beef. Add spices gradually until the desired level of spiceness is reached.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

Amount Per Serving
Calories 165kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 8g13%
Saturated Fat 3g15%
Cholesterol 42mg15%
Sodium 585mg25%
Total Carbohydrate 8g3%
Dietary Fiber 2.5g10%
Sugars 2.4g
Protein 15g30%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: chili, beef, turkey, american, comfort food, dinner, spicy, hearty, beans, cumin, cocoa, tomato, gluten free, simmered
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