This Pioneer Woman chili recipe comes to us from the Food Network star herself. Whip up a hearty batch tonight!
There are so many reasons to love chili!
Need something rich, comforting and satisfying? Chili!
Need something easy to make, but packed with hearty flavor? Chili!
Need something to cook for a crowd, that’s guaranteed to please? Chili!
This Pioneer Woman chili recipe requires very little hands-on cooking time, so you can virtually fix it and forget it. The blend of spices produces just the right amount of heat, with the flavors developing and intensifying just enough as it simmers away.
Pioneer Woman Chili Ingredients
- Ground beef
- Fresh garlic cloves
- Tomato sauce
- Red chili powder
- Ground cumin
- Oregano
- Salt
- Ground cayenne pepper
- Masa harina (corn flour)
- Red kidney beans
- Dried pinto beans
What Type of Meat Should I Use to Make Chili?
A classic chili (like this one) is made with flavorful beef, usually ground, although you can make a double beef chili by adding some stew meat, too.
But this recipe works well with other meats instead – you could try ground turkey, chicken or even pork! Another option is to make a White Chicken Chili – it’s a creamy and totally delicious take on the classic dish!
And if you prefer to avoid meat, the good news is that you can still enjoy the wonderful flavor of homemade chili with the Pioneer Woman Veggie Chili Recipe.
Save Time and Cook Ahead
Chili is one of those meals that stores really well and is just as good – if not better! – the second time around.
Provided it’s cooled quickly (in under 2 hours), chili can be kept in the fridge for up to 3 to 4 days. If you like to batch cook in advance, you can store chili in the freezer for up to 6 months (any longer than that and it starts to lose its flavor).
How to Make Your Own Chili Seasoning
Another time-saver is to pre-mix your own chili seasoning. You can make it just the way you like it, and you’ll have just the right spice blend on hand to toss into the pot.
Homemade chili seasoning is cheaper than the store-bought varities too!
Homemade Chili Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup chili powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 2 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or to taste)
Simply mix all the ingredients together and store them in an airtight container. The mixture will last for up to a year, although it will have the best flavor in the first 6 months.
What to Serve with Chili
There are just so many things to searve with chili. Here are a few of our favorite ways to serve chili:
- Make chili dogs by pouring it over hot dogs or sausages.
- Serve it with tasty skillet cornbread.
- Lighten things up by eating it with a wonderful Mexican Coleslaw.
- Top it with sour cream and homemade guacamole.
- Make some cheesy potato skins to serve on the side – a killer combination!
- Pile it into roasted sweet potatoes.
- Prepare a side dish of sweet potato fries.
- Enjoy it with white or brown rice.
- Serve it in a sourdough bread bowl – a real show-stopper at parties!
Pioneer Woman Chili Recipe
This Pioneer Woman chili recipe comes to us from the Food Network star herself. Whip up a hearty batch tonight!
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Ground Beef
- 2 cloves Garlic chopped
- 8 ounces Tomato Sauce
- 2 tablespoons Red Chili Powder
- 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
- 1 teaspoon Oregano
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1/4 teaspoon Ground Cayenne Pepper
- 1/4 cup Masa Harina
- 15 ounces Red Kidney Beans drained and rinsed
- 15 ounces Dried Pinto Beans drained and rinsed
Instructions
- Place ground beef in a pot and toss in the garlic.
- Cook over medium heat until browned.
- Drain the excess fat.
- Pour in the tomato sauce, chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt and cayenne.
- Mix well, cover and then reduce the heat to low.
- Simmer for about 60 minutes, stirring here and there.
- After an hour, place the masa harina in a small bowl.
- Add a half cup water and stir with a fork.
- Dump the masa mixture into the chili.
- Mix together well and taste/adjust the seasonings.
- Add more masa paste and /or water to ensure the chili is your preferred consistency.
- Add the beans and simmer for 10 more minutes.
Notes
Masa Harina is comprised of corn flour and found in the Mexican food section of most supermarkets.
Nutrition
Calories: 460kcalCarbohydrates: 47gProtein: 38gFat: 12gSodium: 500mgFiber: 12gSugar: 1g
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