Chili With A Kiss Recipe

Experience a chili unlike any other! This unique recipe, inspired by Tom Haye's chili with chocolate, takes a delicious detour with the addition of Hershey's Kisses for an unbelievably smooth and rich texture. The unexpected sweetness perfectly complements the savory chili spices, creating a flavor explosion that will leave you wanting more. Get ready to impress your friends and family with this unforgettable chili recipe!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 563.2 kcal
Protein 89g
Rating 2.5 (2 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Chili With A Kiss

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How to Make Chili With A Kiss

  1. In a large Dutch oven, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add 1 lb stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes, and 1 lb ground beef. Brown the beef, breaking it up with a spoon, for about 8-10 minutes. Add 1 large onion, chopped, and 4 cloves garlic, minced, and cook until softened, about 5 minutes more. Drain off any excess grease.
  2. Return the beef mixture to the Dutch oven. Add 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes, 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce, 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed, 1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans, drained and rinsed, 1 cup beef broth, 2 tablespoons chili powder, 1 tablespoon cumin, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon oregano, 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional), 1 (3 ounce) package semi-sweet chocolate chips, and 1 cup Hershey's Kisses.
  3. Stir well to combine all ingredients. Bring the chili to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for at least 30 minutes, or up to 1 hour, stirring occasionally, until the flavors have melded and the chili has thickened to your desired consistency. The longer it simmers, the richer the flavor will become.
  4. Before serving, remove a few Hershey's Kisses and roughly chop them. Sprinkle the chopped Kisses over the chili for added texture and visual appeal.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

45 g

Sugar

51g

Fat

35g

Carbs

15g