Best Hearty Taco Chili Recipes

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TACO CHILI



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Taco chili is perfect for nights when you're craving tacos but need something warm and hearty.

Provided by Karly Campbell

Categories     Main Course

Time 2h25m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 package Hurst's 15 Bean Soup
10 cups water
1 pound ground beef
2 packets taco seasoning
14 ounce can diced tomatoes
10 ounce can enchilada sauce
4 ounce can diced green chiles
1 sweet onion (chopped)
2 cloves garlic (minced)
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Rinse and sort through the dried beans, removing any debris. Add beans to a large stock pot over high heat and pour in the water.
  • Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer, and cover the pot.
  • Let cook for 1 hour and 30 minutes, stirring every 30 minutes.
  • When beans are tender, brown the beef until cooked through and drain the fat. Add one packet of taco seasoning to the meat and stir to coat.
  • Add the meat to the pot of beans, along with the second packet of taco seasoning, diced tomatoes, enchilada sauce, green chiles, onion, garlic, and salt. Add the packet of Ham Flavoring from the bag of beans to the pot. Stir well.
  • Cover and continue cooking on low for 45 minutes.
  • Serve with your favorite taco toppings, such as grated cheddar, avocado, sour cream, and tortilla chips.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 bowl, Calories 184 kcal, Carbohydrate 9 g, Protein 11 g, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Sodium 802 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 5 g

BEEF TACO CHILI



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This one of my husband's absolute favorite dishes. It was also voted Best Chili in our county's autumn Harvest Festival. If you like less broth, use just 1-3/4 cups water and 1-1/2 tsp. bouillon. -Dana Beery, Ione, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 7h25m

Yield 6 servings (2-1/4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 pound ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
2-1/2 cups water
2 cans (15 ounces each) pinto beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
2 cans (8 ounces each) tomato sauce
2-1/2 teaspoons beef bouillon granules
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 envelope taco seasoning
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 teaspoons dried oregano
2 teaspoons baking cocoa
1-1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon Louisiana-style hot sauce
1/2 teaspoon pepper
Optional toppings: Sour cream, tortilla strips and sliced jalapenos

Steps:

  • Cook beef and onion in a large skillet over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Transfer to a 4-qt. slow cooker. Stir in the remaining ingredients., Cover and cook on low for 7-9 hours or until heated through. Serve with toppings if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 337 calories, Fat 11g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 47mg cholesterol, Sodium 1657mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 10g fiber), Protein 23g protein.

ONE-POT CHEESY CHILI-MAC



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Hearty chili with creamy macaroni and cheese is an unbeatable comfort, and this 100-percent scratch version is the ultimate! Zesty Tex-Mex flavoring, cheddar cheese, green chiles and an extra boost of both chili and garlic powder give this dish deep savory flavor that's hard to resist. So, put it to the test and see what your family says. If you find it deserves a spot in your permanent dinner rotation, you'll be glad to know this recipe freezes beautifully!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 lb ground beef (at least 90% lean)
2 cups diced onions
1 cup diced red bell peppers
1 package (1 oz) Old El Paso™ original taco seasoning mix
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups water
1 can (28 oz) Muir Glen™ organic fire roasted crushed tomatoes, undrained
1 can (19 oz) Progresso™ red kidney beans, drained, rinsed
1 can (4.5 oz) Old El Paso™ diced green chiles
1/2 lb uncooked elbow macaroni (1 3/4 cups)
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese (8 oz)
Chopped fresh cilantro leaves, if desired
Sliced green onions, if desired
Hot sauce, if desired

Steps:

  • In 5-quart Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add beef, onions and bell peppers; cook 6 to 8 minutes, stirring frequently, until beef is cooked through and onions are tender. Stir in taco seasoning mix, chili powder, garlic powder and salt. Stir 30 seconds.
  • Stir in water, tomatoes, beans and chiles. Stir in macaroni; heat to boiling over high heat. Reduce heat to medium; cook 10 to 12 minutes, stirring frequently, until macaroni is cooked through. Do not drain.
  • Stir in 1 cup of the Cheddar cheese. Serve with remaining cheese, cilantro, green onions and hot sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 470, Carbohydrate 51 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 7 g, Protein 27 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 1/3 Cups, Sodium 1170 mg, Sugar 9 g, TransFat 0 g

HEARTY POTLUCK CHILI



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A co-worker made this hearty and well-seasoned chili for a potluck at work, and I just had to have the recipe. It freezes nicely, too. -Linda Boehme, Fairmont, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h35m

Yield 24 servings (1 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 16

5 pounds ground beef
3 large onions, chopped
5 celery ribs, chopped
2 cans (28 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained
2 cans (16 ounces each) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (28 ounces) pork and beans
2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed tomato soup, undiluted
2-2/3 cups water
1/4 cup chili powder
3 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons garlic powder
2 teaspoons seasoned salt
2 teaspoons pepper
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon each dried thyme, oregano and rosemary, crushed
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • In a large stockpot, cook the beef, onions and celery over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 1 hour or until desired thickness is achieved.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 255 calories, Fat 9g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 46mg cholesterol, Sodium 904mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

HEARTY SPLIT PEA SOUP



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For a different spin on traditional pea soup, try this split pea soup recipe with corned beef. The flavor is peppery rather than smoky, and a tasty change of pace. -Barbara Link, Alta Loma, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 1h45m

Yield 12 servings (3 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 package (16 ounces) dried split peas
8 cups water
2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
2 large onions, chopped
2 medium carrots, chopped
2 cups cubed cooked corned beef or ham
1/2 cup chopped celery
5 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules
1 teaspoon dried marjoram
1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
1 teaspoon rubbed sage
1/2 to 1 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon salt, optional

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, combine all ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 hours or until peas and vegetables are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 199 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 352mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 15g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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