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Venison Chili Recipe

Hearty Venison Chili

A rich, hearty venison chili made with beans, tomatoes, and warm spices. Balanced flavors remove any gamey taste for a comforting, crowd-pleasing meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lb ground venison
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tbsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 2 cans kidney beans (15 oz), drained
  • 2 cans black beans (15 oz), drained
  • 2 cans diced tomatoes (14.5 oz)
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp lime juice or apple cider vinegar
  • salt and pepper, to taste

Method
 

  1. Heat oil in a Dutch oven. Brown venison with onion and garlic, 8–10 minutes.
  2. Stir in chili powder, cumin, and paprika; cook 1 minute.
  3. Add tomatoes, beans, and broth. Stir well.
  4. Bring to boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer 45 minutes.
  5. Finish with lime juice or vinegar. Season and serve.

Notes

Simmer up to 2 hours for deeper flavor. Slow cooker friendly. Freezes well for 3 months. Optional additions: dark chocolate or coffee for depth.