Jay's Chili
Submitted by V2830734
This hearty, slow-simmered ground beef chili is loaded with green chilies, jalapenos, and a bold hit of chili powder. A Dutch oven favorite that feeds a crowd with rich, spicy depth in every bowl.
YIELD
12 servingsPREP
10 minCOOK
3 hrsREADY
3 hrsIf you want a chili that fills the house with the kind of smoky, peppery aroma that pulls people in from the other room, this is it.
Jay’s Chili is a no-frills, big-batch recipe built on 4 pounds of lean ground beef, sauteed aromatics, and a triple threat of green chili salsa, jalapenos, and diced green chilies.
It simmers low and slow for nearly 3 hours, giving every ingredient time to meld into something seriously satisfying.
This is the kind of pot you want bubbling away on a football Sunday or a cold weeknight when nothing else will do.
Chef Tips
- Brown the meat in batches so it actually sears instead of steaming in its own liquid
- A 6-quart Dutch oven works best here to give everything room to simmer without crowding
- Stir frequently in the last hour to prevent sticking as the chili thickens
- Serve topped with shredded cheddar, sour cream, and sliced scallions for the full experience
Ingredients
Directions
In Dutch oven, sauté first four starred ingredients in hot oil until tender.
Add meat, 1 pound at a time, stirring until meat loses redness.
Drain; add water.
Add remaining ingredients, stirring after each addition.
Simmer 2½ to 3 hours, stirring frequently.
Season to taste with garlic salt and pepper, if desired.
Comments
I have been making this recipe for years as my husband refuses to eat beans of any kind. It is delicious and always a hit. Serve with corn bread...yum!