Bison Chili

• By Dan Doughkneeder

• Tags:
• #comfort
• #southwestern

Prep:

20 min

Cook:

120 min

Total:

140 min

Yield:

6 servings

Bison Chili is a robust stew of lean ground bison simmered with tomatoes, beans, and warming spices for a deep, savory flavor. Featuring bell peppers, onions, and garlic, it brings earthy, hearty notes that celebrate the protein’s Plains heritage. Perfect for cold evenings or community gatherings, it’s a nourishing, make-ahead classic.

Ingredients

• 2 tbsps oil
• 1 cup onion, chopped
• 1 cup bell pepper, diced
• 1.50 pounds ground bison
• 2 clovess garlic, minced
• 2 tbsps chili powder
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 0.50 tsps smoked paprika
• 0.50 tsps salt
• 0.25 tsps black pepper
• 2 cans diced tomatoes, undrained
• 2 cups beef broth
• 2 cans kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 0.50 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
• 0.25 cups cilantro, chopped

Steps

1. Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat; sauté onion and bell pepper until softened.
2. Add ground bison and cook until browned, breaking up chunks.
3. Stir in garlic and spices; cook 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Pour in diced tomatoes, beef broth, and kidney beans; bring to a boil.
5. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 90 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6. Garnish with cheddar and cilantro before serving.