4-Bean Bison Chili
Jan 16, 2023
4-Bean Bison Chili
If you are looking for a great chili to bring to your next chili cook-off or football game, then try this recipe and let the compliments roll in. Even better the second (or third) day - if there’s leftovers.
- Author
- Jill O’Brien
- Servings
- 10
Ingredients
- 2 - pounds Wild Idea Ground Buffalo
- 2 – tablespoons olive oil
- 1 – onion, chopped
- 2 – tablespoons fresh garlic, chopped
- 2 – tablespoons cumin
- 2½ – tablespoons chili powder
- ½ – tablespoon oregano
- ½ – tablespoon thyme
- 2 – teaspoons coriander
- ½ – teaspoon each smoked paprika and cayenne
- 1 – tablespoon black pepper
- 2 – teaspoons salt
- 1 – quart stewed tomatoes
- 1 – quart tomato sauce
- 8 – golden pepperoncini, diced + juices
- 1 – 15oz can each: butter beans, black beans, kidney beans, and pinto beans, (drained - but not rinsed)
- 1 – lemon, juiced
- 2 – cups water
Directions
- Mix all of the dry spices together.
- In heavy stew pot, over medium high heat, heat the olive oil.
- Add the Wild Idea ground bison meat, crumbling into small pieces. Lightly brown, stirring constantly for 4 minutes.
- Add the onion, garlic, and seasonings. Continue to brown, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes.
- Add the remaining ingredients and bring to a full boil. Reduce the heat and simmer uncovered for ½ to 1 hour, or until desired thickness is achieved.
- Adjust the seasoning to your taste. Garnish with fresh lime or lemon wedges, fresh chopped cilantro, sour cream, or grated cheddar cheese.
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22 comments
Hi Harold. I would puree or flash process jared roasted red peppers & hatch roasted green chilies as a substitute for the tomatoes. It will give you great flavor too! Thank you! jill
I made this the other day and it was wonderful! My family loved it! Since then, my husband has learned he is allergic to tomatoes. I wondered if you might have any suggestions for a good substitute? I’m thinking of maybe adding some beef or veggie broth for the liquid, and maybe some black beans for substance? Just wondering if I should add some extra seasonings too, and/or if there are some other things you might recommend. Thank you!?
Harold Burton
JUST defrosted the packaged 4 Bean Chili I bought probably 2 years or so ago. All I have to say is WOW!!! Tastes like it was made FRESH. I look forward to my next purchase, maybe a Quarter . . .