Bison Chili with a Kick

A hearty and flavorful chili featuring lean bison ground meat, simmered with a blend of spices, beans, and vegetables. This bison chili recipe brings a delicious twist to your usual ground meat dishes, perfect for warming up on chilly evenings.
ingredients
- 1 lb bison ground meat
- 1 can (28 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
steps
- 1.
In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic, chopped onion, and diced bell pepper. Sauté until vegetables are soft and fragrant.
- 2.
Push the vegetables to one side of the pot and add bison ground meat. Cook until browned, breaking it into crumbles.
- 3.
Stir in tomato paste, chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, and brown sugar. Cook for a minute to enhance the flavors.
- 4.
Pour in diced tomatoes (with juice) and drained kidney beans. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Bring the chili to a boil.
- 5.
Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 6.
Taste and adjust seasonings if needed.
- 7.
Serve the hot and flavorful bison chili with your favorite toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped green onions, or a dash of hot sauce.