10 Cozy Chili Recipes To Warm Up With Tonight
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There are few things more effective at warming you up in the cold weather months than a hearty bowl of chili. But if you thought this stew had to be made with tomato sauce and ground beef, we've got a surprise for you! Here are ten variations on one of our favourite fall and winter meals:
10 Hearty Chili Recipes
Beef Chili With Mole Sauce
This chili has a surprise ingredient: chocolate! Taking inspiration from the iconic Mexican mole sauce, this rich dish is a must-try when the mercury plunges. Get this beef chili with mole sauce recipe.
Chicken Chili Verde
This might not look like your typical chili, but our verde (green) version will still keep you cozy and warm this winter season. Get this chicken chili verde recipe.
Turkey Chili With Cheddar Cornbread
An all-in-one-pan meal that includes cornbread! Smoked paprika adds depth of flavour and differentiates this from everyday chili (buy either mild or spicy, depending on your preference). Get this turkey chili with cheddar cornbread recipe.
Big Batch Moroccan Chili
Two recipes in one, this 45-minute chili is a speedy weeknight dish that doubles as a comforting Moroccan shepherd’s pie with just two extra ingredients. Get this big batch Moroccan chili recipe.
Super-Fast Chili
A traditional pot of chili made just the way you like it, with beans, tomatoes and cheddar cheese. Get this super-fast chili recipe.
White Chicken Chili
Add this hearty white chicken chili to your weeknight rotation. Get this white chicken chili recipe.
Vegetarian Chili
Ready in 35 minutes, this recipe delivers all the things you're looking for in a warming bowl of chili: it's filling, saucy and spicy. Get this vegetarian chili recipe.
Chunky Roasted Vegetable And Chicken Chili
This chili is loaded with giant chunks of zucchini and colourful peppers. Oven-roasted first to bring out their full flavour, they’re stirred in at the last minute to keep them bright. Get this chunky roasted vegetable and chicken chili recipe.
Beat-The-Clock Chili
If there were a race for chili-making, this recipe would win gold. Our secret? Spicy sausages, which give this hearty entrée major flavour in a flash. Get this beat-the-clock chili recipe.
Slow Cooker Hearty Vegetarian Chili
This vegan-friendly chili recipe is just right for staying warm through the frigid winter months. Get this slow cooker hearty vegetarian chili recipe.
Classic Cornbread
Nothing says cozy comfort food like the duo of chili and cornbread. Try our classic and Tex-Mex version, or lace it with some southern spice for a little extra kick. Get this classic cornbread recipe.
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