Ingredients
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3 lbs John Henry’s Bacon Burger
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4 cups beef bone broth (prepared)
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3 medium onions
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3 bell peppers
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 (15 oz) can tomato sauce
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3 cans medium chili beans
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1 can dark kidney beans
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1 box red pepper & tomato soup
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2 tsp chili powder
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1/2 tsp salt
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1/2 tsp pepper
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Shredded cheese (optional garnish)
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Sour cream (optional garnish)
Instructions
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In a large stock pot, combine 2 cups beef broth and the bacon burger. Cook on medium, breaking apart the meat as it browns.
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Dice onions and peppers, mince garlic (or pulse in a food processor), and add to the pot.
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Pour in the remaining 2 cups of broth. Turn heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Add tomato sauce, chili beans, kidney beans, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
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Simmer uncovered on low for 45 minutes, stirring now and then to avoid sticking. Let the mixture reduce slightly.
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Stir in 3/4 of the box of red pepper & tomato soup. Simmer for another 30–60 minutes, uncovered.
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Remove from heat and let chili rest for 1 hour before serving — this helps the flavors come together.
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Garnish with shredded cheese and sour cream, if desired.
🔥 Pro Tips
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Use a mix of colored bell peppers for extra flavor.
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Add heat with crushed red pepper or diced jalapeños.
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This chili freezes beautifully — double the batch and store half!