Description
Get ready to spice up your game day with this Boilermaker Tailgate Chili! It’s the perfect crowd-pleaser with a robust flavor kick that’ll have everyone cheering for more. Whether you’re tailgating at the stadium or hosting a watch party at home, this chili is sure to warm your hearts and fill your bellies.
Ingredients
- Meaty Magic:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 pound ground pork
- 1 pound beef chuck, cubed
- Flavor Boosters:
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Spicy Mix:
- 1 can crushed tomatoes (28 oz)
- 1 can diced tomatoes with green chilies (10 oz)
- 1 can tomato paste (6 oz)
- 1 can kidney beans, drained and rinsed (15 oz)
- 1 can pinto beans, drained and rinsed (15 oz)
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed (15 oz)
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1/4 cup chili powder
- 1 tablespoon cumin
- 1 tablespoon oregano
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or to taste)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Toppers Galore:
- Grated cheddar cheese
- Sour cream
- Chopped green onions
- Sliced jalapeños
Instructions
Step 1
In a large pot over medium heat, brown up the ground beef and ground pork. Toss in those savory beef chuck cubes and let ‘em get a nice sear.
Step 2
Add the diced onion, bell pepper, and garlic. Sauté until they’re soft and fragrant, making your kitchen smell like chili heaven.
Step 3
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes with green chilies, and tomato paste. Let those flavors mingle for a minute.
Step 4
Mix in the kidney beans, pinto beans, black beans, and beef broth. Time to get this chili bubbling and bursting with heartiness!
Step 5
Sprinkle in the chili powder, cumin, oregano, smoked paprika, and a spicy kiss of cayenne pepper. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Give it a good stir.
Step 6
Lower the heat and let your chili simmer for at least an hour. Perfect time to grab a cold drink and chat with your tailgate buddies.
Step 7
Once it’s done, serve up the chili in bowls and top with cheddar cheese, a dollop of sour cream, green onions, and jalapeños for an epic finish.
Notes
Tip 1
Adjust the level of cayenne pepper according to your spice preference.
Tip 2
Feel free to add additional toppings based on your crowd’s preferences.
Tip 3
This chili can be made a day in advance for even better flavor—it also reheats wonderfully!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour