Bison Chili
- 🐂 1 pound ground bison
- 🧅 1 large onion, diced
- 🫑 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 🍅 2 cups crushed tomatoes
- 🧄 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 🌶️ 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 🧂 1 teaspoon cumin
- 🌶️ 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 🌶️ 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 🫘 1 can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 🫘 1 can pinto beans, drained and rinsed
- 🧂 Salt to taste
- 🫒 1 tablespoon olive oil
Bison Chili is a hearty and flavorful dish that reimagines the classic chili recipe by using lean bison meat. Known for its rich taste and lower fat content compared to traditional beef, bison provides a unique twist to this crowd-favorite comfort food. The chili is simmered to perfection with tomatoes, bell peppers, onions, garlic, and a blend of savory spices, including cumin and chili powder, to enhance its robust flavor. Kidney beans or pinto beans are often added to create a fulfilling and nourishing meal. Bison Chili is perfect for a chilly day as a satisfying main dish, and it pairs well with cornbread or over rice for a complete meal. Garnish with fresh cilantro, a dollop of sour cream, or shredded cheese for extra flair.
Quick & Easy Bison Chili
Delight in a warm, comforting bowl of bison chili that is as healthy as it is delicious. This recipe, a quick and easy take on a classic American dish, uses lean ground bison for a nutritious twist. Perfect for a cozy night in, this chili is brimming with flavor and can be customized with your favorite toppings.
Ingredients
🫒 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
🧅 1 Medium Onion, chopped
🥩 16 oz Ground Bison Meat, Tender Bison
🧄 Garlic Salt, precise amount for taste
🌶️ Black Pepper, freshly ground
🌶️ Chili Powder, precise amount for taste
🌿 Cumin, precise amount for taste
🍅 28 oz Can Diced Tomatoes
🥫 15 oz Can Tomato Sauce
🥫 15 oz Can Dark Red Kidney Beans, drained
🧅 Red Onion, chopped, for garnish
🧀 Cheddar Cheese, shredded, for garnish
Instructions
1- Sauté Onion:
- Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a Dutch oven or large pot over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and sauté until softened and translucent.
2- Cook Bison:
- Add the ground bison meat to the pot.
- Season generously with garlic salt, freshly ground black pepper, chili powder, and cumin.
3- Brown the Meat:
- Using a wooden spoon, break up the bison meat as it cooks.
- Continue to sauté until the meat is fully browned with no pink remaining.
4- Add Tomatoes:
- Pour in the can of diced tomatoes and tomato sauce.
- Re-season with additional garlic salt, black pepper, chili powder, and cumin.
5- Simmer the Mixture:
- Stir thoroughly to combine all ingredients.
- Cover the pot with the lid partially open to allow steam to escape. Simmer for approximately 10 minutes.
6- Incorporate Beans:
- Add the drained can of dark red kidney beans to the pot.
- Stir well and continue to cook for another 10 minutes until the beans are thoroughly heated.
7- Adjust Seasoning:
- Conduct a taste test, adjusting the seasonings if necessary to suit your preference.
8- Serve and Garnish:
- Serve the chili hot in a bowl.
- Garnish with chopped red onion and top with shredded cheddar cheese before serving.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: Approximately 300 per serving
Proteins: 28g
Fats: 12g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Equipment: Dutch Oven / Large Pot (Generic, black non-stick), Wooden Spoon (Generic), Stovetop/Range (Generic), Cutting Board (BKLYN Steel Co.), Nakano Knives
Cooking Tips
- Allowing the lid to remain partially open during simmering helps thicken the chili by releasing steam.
- Consider substituting the kidney beans with black or pinto beans based on personal taste preference.
- Bison, being leaner than most beef, provides a healthier protein option in this dish.
- Using freshly ground spices enhances the overall flavor of the chili.
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Quick & Easy Bison Chili
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