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Appalachian Chili Recipe

This hearty Appalachian Chili recipe is a budget-friendly feast! Made with simple ingredients, it delivers a depth of flavor that will impress. Perfect for a crowd, this easy chili simmers to perfection and can be served classic style or over spaghetti for a fun twist. Get ready for a taste of the mountains!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 140 mins
Calories 364.8 kcal
Protein 46g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Appalachian Chili

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How to Make Appalachian Chili

  1. In a large (6-quart) pot, combine 1.5 lbs ground beef, 1 lb ground chicken, and 12 cups beef broth. Crumble the ground meats while stirring.
  2. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
  3. Reduce heat to medium-low. Add 1 large onion (chopped), 2 green bell peppers (chopped), 2 (15-ounce) cans diced tomatoes (undrained), 2 (15-ounce) cans tomato sauce, 2 tablespoons chili powder, 1 tablespoon cumin, 1 tablespoon paprika, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon oregano, 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional), 2 teaspoons salt, and 1 teaspoon black pepper. Stir well after each addition.
  4. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 90 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Add 2 (15-ounce) cans kidney beans (drained and rinsed) and 2 (15-ounce) cans pinto beans (drained and rinsed). Continue to simmer for another 30 minutes.
  6. If serving over spaghetti, cook 1 lb of spaghetti according to package directions. Drain and keep warm.
  7. Serve the chili hot in bowls, topped with saltines or oyster crackers. Alternatively, serve the chili over the cooked spaghetti on plates.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

48 g

Sugar

40g

Fat

20g

Carbs

14g

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