When the weather cools down, there’s nothing better than a bowl of hearty chili that balances rich, savory flavor with a touch of sweetness and heat. This Sweet Heat Jalapeño Chili does exactly that — with layers of smoky spice from Cloud23 Sweet Jalapeño Hot Sauce, fire-roasted tomatoes, and just enough brown sugar to bring it all together. Paired with a side of warm, buttery cornbread kicked up with a few splashes of Cloud23, it’s comfort food with a bold twist.
Sweet Heat Jalapeño Chili with Spicy Cornbread
Cuisine
American
Author:
Dana Plucinski aka @baydish
Servings
6-8
Prep Time
15 minutes
Cook Time
70 minutes
When the weather cools down, there’s nothing better than a bowl of hearty chili that balances rich, savory flavor with a touch of sweetness and heat. This Sweet Heat Jalapeño Chili does exactly that — with layers of smoky spice from Cloud23 Sweet Jalapeño Hot Sauce, fire-roasted tomatoes, and just enough brown sugar to bring it all together. Paired with a side of warm, buttery cornbread kicked up with a few splashes of Cloud23, it’s comfort food with a bold twist.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 2 lbs. ground beef, 90% lean
- Salt + pepper
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 green bell pepper, seeded and diced
-
3 tbsp Cloud23 Sweet Jalapeño Hot Sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 28 oz. fire roasted crushed tomatoes
- 14.5 oz. fire roasted diced tomatoes, undrained
- 2 16 oz. cans Kidney Beans, drained
Spice Mix
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp dried basil
- ½ tsp dried lemongrass
For Garnish
- Sour cream
- Additional Cloud23 Sweet Jalapeño Hot Sauce
- Scallions
- Cheesy cornbread
Directions
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and cook for 5–6 minutes, until soft and translucent.
Season the ground beef with salt and pepper. Increase heat to medium-high. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon as you go, for 5 minutes. Add the garlic and bell/jalapeño peppers and cook for 3 more minutes.
Drain excess grease. Add the seasonings in the spice mix section and the Cloud23 Sweet Jalapeño Hot Sauce. Add the brown sugar, green pepper, and garlic, mixing well to coat thoroughly.
Add the chicken broth, crushed tomatoes, and diced tomatoes. Stir with a rubber spatula and scrape the bottom of the pan to prevent sticking. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.
Cover partially and simmer for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally to lift any meat that has settled to the bottom. Stir in the drained kidney beans and simmer for 15 more minutes or until desired consistency is obtained. Serve warm with garnishes and enjoy.
Tip: Upgrade any cornbread mix (or your favorite homemade recipe) with a few splashes of Cloud23 Sweet Jalapeño Hot Sauce before baking. It adds a touch of heat and tang that takes every bite to the next level.
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