Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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8
servings
1 lb

ground chicken

0.5 lb

ground pork

6 unit

garlic cloves

minced

1 unit

bell pepper

chopped into bite size pieces

2 cup

white corn

2 cup

onions

largely chopped

6 unit

tomatillos

diced

19 ounce

white kidney beans

19 ounce

navy beans

19 ounce

chickpeas

127 ml

green chilies

4 cup

chicken broth

4 tbsp

chili powder

1 dash

green hot pepper sauce

to taste

0.5 cup

tapioca flour

0.5 cup

chicken broth

Step 1
~80 min

Lightly brown the ground meats in a frying pan.

Step 2
~80 min

Combine the cooked meat, garlic, bell pepper, white corn, onions, diced tomatillos, white kidney beans, navy beans, chickpeas, green chilies, chicken broth, and chili powder in a crock pot or dutch oven.

Step 3
~80 min

Cook on low in a Crock pot for 7 - 8 hours or on very low heat for 3 - 4 hours in a dutch oven.

Step 4
~80 min

Approximately 20 - 30 minutes before serving, mix the tapioca powder and chicken broth until combined.

Step 5
~80 min

Pour the tapioca mixture into the chili and stir to thicken.

Step 6
~80 min

Serve hot.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt for extra creaminess.

Garnish with shredded cheese and chopped cilantro.

Adjust the amount of chili powder and hot sauce to your liking.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with tortilla chips or cornbread.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Cornbread
Tortilla Chips
Coleslaw

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Southwestern United States

Cultural Significance

A popular variation of traditional chili.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Super Bowl Parties
Tailgating

Occasion Tags

Game Day
Weeknight Dinner
Potluck

Popularity Score

65/100

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