Bacon Bison Beer Chili
Bacon Bison Beer Chili the perfect cool weather food recipe. Layers of ingredients using bacon, bison, salsa, and beer, leaves you with a big flavor, low calorie, high protein recipe. Easy to prepare makes this the perfect family recipe, or for watching the big game. Gluten free, Grain free, and Dairy free.
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3
slices
thick-cut bacon
finely chopped
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1
large yellow onion
finely chopped
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1
large garlic clove
minced
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1 1/2
pounds
lean ground bison
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1
tablespoon
chili powder
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1 1/2
teaspoons
ground cumin
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1 1/2
teaspoons
sweet smoked paprika
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1/2
teaspoon
cayenne pepper
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About 1 tsp. salt
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1
can
14.5 oz. crushed fire-roasted tomatoes or regular crushed tomatoes
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1
can
8 oz. salsa
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1
cup
flavorful
medium-bodied beer, I used Green's
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1
can
14.5 oz. mixed beans, drained {or use black beans}{check label for gluten free}
Toppings:
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Chopped cilantro
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Sliced jalapeno
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In a large, heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat, cook bacon, stirring until it just begins to brown, about 4 minutes.
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Add bison, breaking up and string until slightly cooked through, about 5-6 minutes.
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Sprinkle chili powder, cumin, paprika, cayenne and salt, stir to combine.
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Push bison to the perimeter of pan making a clear spot in the center.
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Add the onion and garlic to the center and stir cooking until translucent, about 4-5 minutes.
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Add tomatoes, salsa, and beer and bring to a boil.
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Reduce heat to medium-low, cover partially, and cook 30 minutes.
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Add beans and cook 10 minutes, uncovered. Season to taste with salt. Serve warm, with toppings on the side.