Baked Chili Recipe

Elevate your chili game with this incredible Baked Chili recipe! Inspired by a treasured magazine find, this recipe transforms classic chili into a bubbly, cheesy casserole topped with fluffy cornmeal biscuits. The flavors deepen overnight, making it even better the next day! Get ready for a hearty and satisfying meal the whole family will crave.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 429.2 kcal
Protein 42g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Baked Chili

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

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Ingredients for Baked Chili

  • Ground Beef
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans (drained and rinsed)
  • Whole Kernel Corn
  • Tomato Sauce
  • Diced Tomatoes
  • Green Chilies
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • Ground Cumin
  • Sugar
  • Garlic Powder
  • All Purpose Flour
  • 1/2 cup cornmeal
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup sour cream

How to Make Baked Chili

  1. In a large Dutch oven or soup kettle, brown 1 lb ground beef over medium heat. Add 1 medium onion, chopped, and 1 green bell pepper, chopped, and cook until the beef is no longer pink.
  2. Drain off any excess grease.
  3. Stir in 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes, 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans (drained and rinsed), 1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans (drained and rinsed), 1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes and green chilies (undrained), 1 cup beef broth, 2 tablespoons chili powder, 1 tablespoon cumin, 1 teaspoon oregano, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
  4. Bring the chili to a boil, stirring occasionally.
  5. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes.
  6. While the chili simmers, prepare the biscuits: In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup cornmeal, 2 teaspoons baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  7. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 large egg, 1/2 cup milk, and 1/4 cup sour cream until smooth.
  8. Gently stir the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients just until moistened. Do not overmix.
  9. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Pour the chili into an ungreased 13x9x2 inch baking dish.
  10. Drop the biscuit batter by heaping teaspoonfuls onto the hot chili.
  11. Bake uncovered for 15-17 minutes, or until the biscuits are golden brown and the chili is bubbly.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

51 g

Sugar

36g

Fat

30g

Carbs

18g