Description
A unique and flavorful chili recipe combining traditional chili ingredients with a surprising twist of Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup for a rich, subtly sweet depth. This hearty dish features ground beef, turkey bacon, beans, and a blend of smoky chili powders, simmered to perfection for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Proteins
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 cup turkey bacon, cut into pieces
Vegetables and Aromatics
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 whole onion, diced
Canned Goods
- 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
- 15.5 ounces chili beans
Spices and Seasonings
- 2 teaspoons Chipotle chili powder
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 2 tablespoons Better than Bouillon, Beef Flavored
- 2 teaspoons salt
Special Ingredients
- 1 Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup, chopped
Instructions
- Cook Turkey Bacon and Ground Beef: In a Dutch oven over medium heat, cook the turkey bacon until it is halfway done. Add the ground beef to the pot, breaking it apart with a spatula as it cooks.
- Sauté Aromatics and Add Spices: Stir in the diced onion and minced garlic along with half of the chipotle chili powder, chili powder, and Better than Bouillon. Continue cooking until the meat is fully browned and the onions are softened.
- Add Tomatoes and Beans: Mix in the crushed tomatoes and chili beans, then add the salt. Stir thoroughly to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Melt Peanut Butter Cup into Chili: Incorporate the chopped Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup into the chili, allowing the chocolate and peanut butter to melt into the mixture creating a rich, unique flavor layer.
- Simmer: Reduce the heat to low and let the chili simmer for at least 30 minutes to allow all the flavors to blend beautifully before serving.
Notes
- Using turkey bacon adds a leaner option without sacrificing flavor.
- Allowing the Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup to melt fully is key to infusing the chili with its nutty, sweet notes.
- Simmering the chili for at least 30 minutes enhances the depth of flavor and tenderizes the meat.
- You can adjust the level of spice by modifying the amount of chili powders according to your heat preference.
- This chili pairs well with cornbread or over rice for a complete meal.
