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Ground Turkey Chili Kelly's Chili with Mushrooms Chili Con Carne With Beans The Best White Chicken Chili Skyline Chili Dip Easy Slow-Cooker Turkey Chili Yankee Chili Award Winning Chili Cowboy Steak Chili in a Slow Cooker Slow-Cooked Chicken Chili Firehouse Chili Debbie's Slow-Cooker Chili Hormel Chili Dip Beefy Baked Beans Hearty Vegetarian Tofu Chili Tasty Low-Sodium Chili Hearty Chili for a Crowd Leftover Turkey or Chicken Chili Our Family Favorite Slow-Cooker Chili Simple Chili Chili Colorado Chili Con Carne With Beans The Best Chili You Will Ever Taste Tomatillo Chili Verde Easy-to-Make Homemade Chili White Chicken Chili Venison Chili Smoky Slow-Cooker Chili 15-Minute Chili Buffalo Chicken Chili White Chili Red Hot Chili Low Carb Chili Healthy Turkey Chili Spicy Turkey Chili My Favorite Chili Copycat Wendy's Chili Three-Bean Vegetarian Chili Vegetarian Chili Real Texas Chili Vegan Chili Boston Black Bean Chili Homemade Bread Bowls The Best Bowl of Chili I've Ever Had... Granny's Slow-Cooker Vegetarian Chili Slow-Cooker Two-Alarm Chili Tim Hortons Chili No-Bean Chili Grand Prize Chili Weight Watchers Slow-Cooker Chicken Chili Spicy Sweet Honey Chili Sweet Italian Chili Chili Blanco Spicy Pork and Black Bean Chili Nice, Simple Chili Slow-Cooker Chili con Carne y Beans Hawaiian Chicken Chili Lentil Chili Chasen's Chili White Bean Chicken Chili Green Tortilla Chili Chile Verde Con Cerdo (Green Chili With Pork) Coney Island Chili Dog Sauce Ed's Chicago Cocoa Chili Wienerschnitzel-Style Chili Pumpkin Chili Mexicana FAQs References

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Ground Turkey Chili

"This was simple and delicious. I doubled the spices and beans!"

-stacya100

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Kelly's Chili with Mushrooms

"By far the best chili recipe on the internet, and the internet is vast. I've won the Super Bowl chili contest two years in a row with this."

-TyTy007

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Chili Con Carne With Beans

“Superb recipe. So easy, and tastes brilliant!”

-Katticus

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The Best White Chicken Chili

"I love this! I had it at a friend's house, and had to make it at home. Such a good, healthy recipe!"

-lolablitz

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Skyline Chili Dip

"You can't find an easier dip recipe out there. Just four ingredients is all it takes and honestly it'll be one of the best things you'll make. Trust me. I served it with jalapeño Frito scoops and it was a hit!"

-Jonathan Melendez

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"Best chili ever! I simply adore this recipe, it has definitely become a staple in our house!"

-Miseraya

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Easy Slow-Cooker Turkey Chili

"I am rating this five stars because it is fast, easy, healthy and economical.”

-Gina Farina

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Yankee Chili

"Great chili! It has a nice bit of kick from the chili powder. Served with sour cream, scallions and some Fritos, which is the best way to eat chili."

-Jonathan Melendez

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Award Winning Chili

"Don't let the grease from the meat go to waste! Drain it off into a saute pan and add some cornmeal. Brown the cornmeal in the grease and then add it back into your chili. It will thicken your chili as it cooks and will add a hint of corn flavor."

-jstaylor62

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Cowboy Steak Chili in a Slow Cooker

"We are avid campers and this chili recipe is now a staple of our camping trips. We make this in advance along with some jalapeño and cheese cornbread.”

-Scott L.

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Slow-Cooked Chicken Chili

“This was the first time I've tried a chili that involved layering the ingredients instead of mixing them. So when I opened the pot and everything was cooked but sitting there I was worried. Began to mix and slowly, I had this beautiful, thick rich chili that was studded with corn and lovely chunks of peppers. The dish is well seasoned without being spicy-hot, which won it many stars with my neighbor and lunch companion.”

-justcallmetoni

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Firehouse Chili

"This is a great recipe. It was extremely easy to make. Both of my picky eaters ate it. My husband liked it so much, he told me that I need to use this recipe from now on when making chili."

-S. McCormick

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"Very good chili. We did not garnish with sour cream but did serve the chili with corn bread. Very easy and wonderful flavor."

-Ms B.

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Debbie's Slow-Cooker Chili

"This was super great chili! I have my own tried and true recipe, but I figured I would try this since I needed to use the crock-pot. Well, my family flipped over it and my husband said I outdid myself!”

-Karen..

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Hormel Chili Dip

"I made this for the basketball game Saturday afternoon. It was supposed to be a snack, but my husband and I ended up eating the whole pie pan full for lunch!"

-jennifer.blake-some

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Beefy Baked Beans

“These baked beans were amazing! They’re super easy to make and feed a crowd. I made them in a cast iron dutch oven and just transferred the whole dish to the oven so that I didn’t have to dirty so many dishes.”

-Jonathan Melendez

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Hearty Vegetarian Tofu Chili

“I made this exactly as stated except I used a red bell pepper for more antioxidants. The flavor and texture was perfect!”

-Carol G.

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Tasty Low-Sodium Chili

"This is perhaps the biggest life saver I have ever come across. Good, low-sodium food is very hard to come by. This recipe takes the cake! Be sure to stick to the measurements, as adding too much gives the chili a rather large kick. If you stick to the recipe, though, it should come out sweet, with just a bit of a nip to it.”

-krackah

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Hearty Chili for a Crowd

"Made this for a chili cook-off. Won first prize. Although I haven't tried any yet because it was gone by the time we got home."

-simplesummer

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Leftover Turkey or Chicken Chili

"Had this for lunch today using leftover chicken breast. We liked it. However, the consistency was more like soup, so we added a cornstarch slurry to thicken it up a bit.”

-Dr. Jenny

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Our Family Favorite Slow-Cooker Chili

"Worthy of ten stars! I have made this so many times, I've lost count. Couldn't be easier, and everyone loves it."

-Bunny Slippers

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Simple Chili

“I added a quarter teaspoon of crushed red pepper flakes. Wow! That slight tweak pepped up this dish for the two of us, allowing all the complex flavors to burst out. We ate the whole thing in one sitting with bread and butter! Definitely a recipe to hold onto and repeat often.”

-aitacohen

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Chili Colorado

"This recipe for Chili Colorado is right on the nose. Just like you might find in Mexico."

-jimpeterson

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Chili Con Carne With Beans

"This recipe was great and so easy to make. We added some jalapenos to give it more of a bite."

-Geocasper

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The Best Chili You Will Ever Taste

"My husband fixed this for us and it was the best chili I've ever had! The beer, coffee, and cocoa gave it a unique flavor!”

-Lucky Clover

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Tomatillo Chili Verde

A delicious, tangy, brothy-chili that brings umami to the next level.

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Easy-to-Make Homemade Chili

"This is the one of the best chilis I've ever made. The three-hour simmer is key."

-Coffy

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White Chicken Chili

"Oh did this ever hit the spot! We had a cold, rainy day and made it exactly as the recipe stated. It was tummy-patting good. I recommend this to everyone."

-Merlot

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Venison Chili

"Absolutely amazing! I can't wait for leftovers. I will definitely make this again."

-Nancy C.

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"My dad said that this was to die for, my mom called it the best chili she's ever had and my husband had piping-hot bowls of it for dinner three nights in a row!"

-Chef 608905

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Smoky Slow-Cooker Chili

"Delicious! We really loved this spicy, flavorful chili. My family raved over this and gave it two thumbs up. It is definitely a keeper!"

-Bayhill

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15-Minute Chili

"This is so quick to make, yet healthy, tasty and filling! This is a great 'emergency meal' recipe when you need something quick."

-*Parsley*

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Buffalo Chicken Chili

Now here's a spin on your traditional chili recipe! Buffalo sauce is key for this dish, which also features chicken, beans and a bit of beer.

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White Chili

"This has been a regular in our dinner rotation since I first tried the recipe a couple of years ago. It is delicious, filling and very easy. It freezes nicely too, but there are rarely any leftovers!"

-CarlaP

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Red Hot Chili

"This is a really powerful chili, so tailor the spices to your liking!"

-shannoncooks

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Low Carb Chili

"The spices in this are spot on. I simmered the chili for two hours and it turned out great!"

-Mr. Sandman

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Healthy Turkey Chili

"This is a great chili. We enjoyed it with shredded cheddar and sour cream."

-Delicious as it Looks

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Spicy Turkey Chili

"Wow was this spicy and I didn't even have any hot chili sauce. It was great!"

-nemokitty

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My Favorite Chili

"Made this chili last night and omg, it is so good! This was one of the best chili's I've had, and will be definitely be used from now on. My boyfriend had two huge helpings at dinner and had another helping in the middle of the night!"

-Debala

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Copycat Wendy's Chili

"'Perfect' is the word my husband used to describe this chili. We've been married for almost 17 years, and I don't recall him ever using that term for anything I've made!"

-Joy in Iowa

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Three-Bean Vegetarian Chili

"Besides being dead-easy to make because of the excellent instructions, I got to use my Crock-Pot to make a terrific-tasting, healthy meal for my family, that we all enjoyed."

-evelyn/athens

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"The milk and the two types of beans gave it a nice creamy, chowder-like texture. The avocado made a perfect topping. I will enjoy making this again!"

-Roxygirl in Colorado

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Vegetarian Chili

"This hit the spot for my craving for a good vegetarian chili. It was delicious."

-Sharon 123

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Real Texas Chili

"This chili is real authentic Texan chili. It's extra hot with cayenne pepper."

-alli_cat62

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Vegan Chili

"This is an exceptional recipe. It's so easy, flavorful, and a real crowd-pleaser."

-Ferrety

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Boston Black Bean Chili

"This was an excellent, rich, and flavorful chili for a dreary day. It's almost like a black bean soup."

-Mama's Kitchen (Hope)

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Homemade Bread Bowls

"It's harder than you'd think to find a bread bowl recipe that looks good and stands up to the soup inside while also tasting good. This is the perfect recipe!"

-Bonnie G #2

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The Best Bowl of Chili I've Ever Had...

"Wow, this is absolutely delicious! Great flavor and just the right amount of heat."

-Papa D 1946-2012

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Granny's Slow-Cooker Vegetarian Chili

"I'm not vegetarian but have been trying to cut down on meat consumption; I've found that all the vegetarian chilis I've tried taste like they're lacking something. Not this one.”

-meridangola

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Slow-Cooker

“I put everything in the slow cooker last night and just shredded the chicken this morning. It is so good, we are having a hard time waiting to get into it before the football game today! I will serve the sour cream separately.”

-bridget.hinegardner

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Two-Alarm Chili

"Simple, straight-forward Texas chili. Perfect seasoning combination."

-ctgng

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Tim Hortons Chili

"I made a batch of this chili to freeze dinners for my father-in-law. It's delicious! It turned out great! Tim's would be proud!"

-Nif_H

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“This was very, very good chili. I’ve made it twice now, and both times the flavor was exceptional!”

-sallee in Kingsville

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No-Bean Chili

"Love this recipe! My husband and I swear by it."

-kcicc919

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Grand Prize Chili

"This is the best chili! I made it twice, the second time I substituted beer for the water and added some pureed chipotle peppers - it was even more awesome!"

-Mysterygirl

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Weight Watchers Slow-Cooker Chicken Chili

"Absolutely delicious and so easy! I use a 28-ounce can of tomatoes, plus one can of Rotel tomatoes. Wonderful!"

-ellie_

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Spicy Sweet Honey Chili

“Loved it! Palate explosion! I halved the cinnamon and added a few sprinkles of ginger!”

-hassebl

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Sweet Italian Chili

"I'm making this for the fourth time in two months. I tripled the recipe for a small party and there were no leftovers!”

-HJMcChristian

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Chili Blanco

"This tasted so good to me. I served this hot over tortilla chips. A great hearty recipe!”

-FruitLoop

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Spicy Pork and Black Bean Chili

"Best chili I've made. This will become a regular."

-Aaron Bauer

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Nice, Simple Chili

"I really enjoyed this nice chili. It was simple to make and had a lot of flavor."

-lazyme

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Slow-Cooker Chili con Carne y Beans

"Almost as hot as the title claims, but with a rich flavor. Made a big hit at a recent picnic. This is a keeper!"

-James Taylor

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Hawaiian Chicken Chili

"This was a nice change from the usual beef chili that we make. I loved the idea of the pineapple, chicken, and chili combined. I topped it with tortilla chips, shredded cheddar, sour cream, and green onions."

-Lucky Clover

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Lentil Chili

"This was a great lentil chili! I added in carrots and a little green onion. I also used cayenne pepper instead of the chili powder. Loved the recipe and will make this again!"

-Meowmix318

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Chasen's Chili

“This chili is fantastic! Texture is perfect and the flavor has wonderful depth!”

-Katekreitzer

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White Bean Chicken Chili

"Excellent! It was very good."

-Omniveg

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Green Tortilla Chili

"It is delish. It is so tasty due to the cilantro, salsa and garlic!"

-Laurie519

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Chile Verde Con Cerdo (Green Chili With Pork)

“My husband, who has been eating Mexican food his entire life, really enjoyed it. I actually made burritos out of this. Just used a slotted spoon, spooned the mixture into the tortilla, rolled it up and it was delicious.”

-JoAnn

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Coney Island Chili Dog Sauce

“This was awesome coney sauce! We added a can of kidney beans because my spouse loves beans in coney sauce. This went really well with the hotdogs and Fritos!”

-Amy F.

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Ed's Chicago Cocoa Chili

"I made this last night for an event. It was a huge success. Every bite was eaten.”

-Kelly H

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"This was one of the best, if not the best chilis we've ever had! Cooked it in the crockpot for about seven hours instead of on the stovetop, but it turned out perfectly! The filet and ground sirloin together were fab!"

-Kirstin in the Couv

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Wienerschnitzel-Style Chili

“It's really fabulous! Where I live the closest Wienerschnitzel is 4 hours away. I made so much of this yummy stuff last night that we were able to have it for lunch today, too. This time I poured it over tortilla chips and topped it with shredded cheese and they made the best nachos! I'm afraid I'm in love with this recipe!"

-Piper Lee

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Pumpkin Chili Mexicana

“I have one suggestion that I think made this chili everyone’s favorite. My one suggestion that was a big hit is to serve the warm chili over a large baked potato and top with sour cream and chives. This will be our annual Halloween chili for years to come.”

-Long legged mama

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FAQs

What is the secret to really good chili? ›

Season Early and Often. Herbs and spice blends are all key to flavoring chili, but many cooks wait until the very end to add in their spices. Instead, season early and often so flavors mix and mingle to develop an even richer taste.

What is the most important spice in chili? ›

Most Common Chili Spices. Cumin, Chile Powders, and Paprika are the most common spices in chili followed by garlic, onion, coriander, Mexican oregano, and bay leaves. These ingredients can be combined to create a savory and well-balanced pot of top notch comfort food.

What adds the most flavor to chili? ›

If you want more of a smoky flavor, add cumin, Spanish paprika, ancho chili powder, or a combination. If you are looking for more heat, add cayenne, crushed red pepper, or Hungarian paprika. If it's too spicy add a little brown sugar and some sweet paprika.

What is the best meat for chili? ›

What is the best meat for chili? The best meat for chili depends on the type you're making, but professionals generally use a combination of ground chuck, brisket, short ribs, or diced tri-tip sirloin mixed with bacon and sausage to layer multiple textures and flavors.

What not to put in chili? ›

Beans and non-vegetable fillers such as rice and pasta are not allowed." If that sounds a bit uptight, the ICS's Homestyle Chili competition defines chili as: "any kind of meat, or combination of meats, and/or vegetables cooked with beans, chili peppers, various spices, and other ingredients.

Why do you put vinegar in chili? ›

With only about 1 tablespoon per pot added toward the end of the cooking process, the vinegar will make the flavors more vibrant without overwhelming the dish with its biting tang. Through just a splash, everything becomes a little brighter, and the chili's flavors are more balanced.

What makes chili taste better? ›

Cocoa powder, bacon, cinnamon, ground coffee and tomato paste will all add a rich sweet & salty flavors that are sure to surprise and delight. Warming spice blends, like Garam Masala, Ras el Hanout or Baharat are another simple and delicious way to add layered flavors to this simple one-pot meal.

What does cinnamon do for chili? ›

Cinnamon adds a different spice profile than chili powder or red or cayenne pepper would. It is a common savory spice in Indian food and I believe it's also used in savory dishes in Chinese cooking. It's a very versatile spice :).

Does chili need tomato paste? ›

Tomato sauce is not a strong a taste as tomato paste. Also, sauce will increase the liquid content of your chili ever so slightly. Tomato paste has a more full, rich, tomato taste and smell. Using either one is appropriate, but you will need to tweak your seasonings to suit your personal tastes, anyway.

What are the best beans to use for homemade chili? ›

The best beans for chili are pinto, kidney, and black beans, like in this easy and tasty recipe. This 3-bean chili freezes great for meals later in the week. If you prefer thinner chili, add an extra can of tomato sauce. The green chiles are not hot and add a wonderful flavor, so don't be afraid to use them.

What liquid to add to chili? ›

Chili cooks low and slow, so you need enough liquid to tenderize the meat and keep everything from drying out. That liquid should also add flavor to the chili, so use chicken, beef, or vegetable stock, or beer.

Which onion is best for chili? ›

Yellow Onions: These are the most versatile and widely available type of onion, and are a good choice for chili con carne. They have a slightly sweet, sharp, and tangy flavor that adds depth and complexity to the dish.

Do you drain meat when making chili? ›

Brown the beef in a large saucepan or stock pot over medium-high heat, breaking up the meat as it cooks. Don't drain the fat.

Why do you put coffee in chili? ›

Though it may be an unusual choice, coffee adds an earthy richness to the existing flavors and plays well with spices like cumin and cayenne pepper. Plus, it's a flexible ingredient – while we typically reach for instant espresso powder, you can also add in brewed coffee, making this dish the perfect use for leftovers.

Why is my chili not flavorful? ›

Change up the beans. Use black beans, pintos, or a combination of beans to give more flavor. Cook the chili! If you don't cook it long enough (or put in a pressure cooker to speed up the process), it won't taste quite right.

Does sugar make chili taste better? ›

Now for the piece de resistance: 1-2 heaping Tablespoons brown sugar. The chili tastes completely different without the brown sugar so if you like a subtle sweetness in your chili then you've just got to go for it! Trust me, it will not make your chili taste like candy.

How do you make chili taste more meaty? ›

In a pot of chili, just a few strips of bacon add a smoky, meaty depth. And it's not just the bacon itself that adds flavor, it's the bacon fat, too. Before you start your recipe, cook 3 to 4 strips of thick-cut bacon until they're as crispy as you like.

Is chili better the longer it cooks? ›

Not Cooking It Long Enough

A low and slow cook time—at least an hour total—is key for drawing out the most flavor in a pot of chili.

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