Jalapeño Popper Chili
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 4 slices turkey bacon cooked and crumbled
- 2 jalapeños diced
- 1 onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 can 15 oz diced tomatoes
- 1 can 15 oz black beans, drained and rinsed
- 4 oz cream cheese
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 4 cups chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Step 1: Brown the Ground Beef
- In a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain any excess fat and set the beef aside.
Step 2: Sauté the Vegetables
- In the same pot, add the diced onion, garlic, and jalapeños. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until the vegetables are softened and fragrant.
Step 3: Add the Tomatoes, Beans, and Spices
- Return the browned beef to the pot. Add the diced tomatoes, black beans, chili powder, cumin, and chicken broth. Stir well to combine.
Step 4: Simmer the Chili
- Bring the chili to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Step 5: Add the Cream Cheese and Turkey Bacon
- Stir in the cream cheese until fully melted and incorporated into the chili. Add the crumbled turkey bacon and continue to stir until the mixture is creamy.
Step 6: Garnish and Serve
- Ladle the chili into bowls, top with shredded cheddar cheese, and enjoy this deliciously creamy, spicy bowl of Jalapeño Popper Chili!
Notes
- Adjust Heat Level: Use more or fewer jalapeños to control the spice. For a milder option, remove the seeds from the jalapeños.
- Thicker Chili: For a thicker chili, simmer longer to reduce the liquid, or add more beans.
- Substitute Proteins: Ground turkey or chicken can be used instead of ground beef if preferred.