Description
This Easy Chipotle Cheddar Beef Chili is a flavorful and hearty comfort food, combining smoky chipotle, creamy cheddar and cream cheese, and tender beef. A perfect meal for chilly evenings, it’s easy to make and even better when topped with your favorite garnishes like avocado, cilantro, and Greek yogurt.
Ingredients
Ingredients:
2 pounds ground beef
2 yellow onions, chopped
2 poblano peppers, seeded and chopped
1 tablespoon chili powder
2 teaspoons chipotle chile powder
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon smoked paprika
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 can (28 ounce) crushed fire roasted tomatoes
1 can (8 ounce) tomato paste
1 can (4 ounce) diced green chilies
2-3 tablespoons Gochujang chili paste, to taste
3 tablespoons salted butter
3 tablespoons tamari/soy sauce
2-3 cups chicken or beef broth
6 ounces cream cheese (at room temperature)
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 can mixed chili beans, drained
Cilantro, green onion, avocado, and Greek yogurt for serving
Instructions
Instructions:
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In a large Dutch oven, heat the ground beef over medium-high heat. Break it up as it cooks until browned. Once browned, add the chopped onions and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Add the chopped poblano peppers, chili powder, chipotle chile powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and cumin. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, or until fragrant.
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Stir in the crushed fire-roasted tomatoes, tomato paste, Gochujang chili paste, butter, and diced green chilies. Add 2 cups of broth and tamari (or soy sauce) to the mixture. Stir everything together until well combined.
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Partially cover the pot, reduce the heat to low, and let the chili simmer for 1-2 hours, stirring occasionally. For deeper flavor, simmer longer.
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Towards the end of cooking, stir in the cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, and chili beans. Continue cooking for about 5 more minutes until the cheese is fully melted and incorporated into the chili.
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Ladle the chili into bowls and top with desired garnishes like Greek yogurt, cheese, avocado, cilantro, and green onions. Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- Spicy Options: Add more Gochujang or chipotle chile powder for an extra kick.
- Vegetarian Version: Substitute the ground beef with plant-based proteins like lentils or tempeh.
- Cheese Variations: Experiment with pepper jack or Monterey Jack for extra creaminess and spice.
- Bean Substitutes: Swap mixed chili beans for black beans, kidney beans, or white beans based on preference.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
