Bison Chili with Black Beans and Lime Crema
Bison Chili with Black Beans and Lime Crema is a hearty, flavorful dish that promises to warm you from the inside out. This unique chili combines the rich taste of bison with smoky chipotle peppers, creating a delightful balance of spices and textures. The addition of creamy lime crema elevates each spoonful, making this chili a perfect centerpiece for gatherings or cozy family dinners. With its straightforward preparation, you’ll impress your guests while enjoying quality time together. Ideal for both casual meals and festive occasions, this dish will become a fast favorite at your table.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing/Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds ground bison
- 3 cups chopped onions
- 6 garlic cloves (finely chopped)
- 1/4 cup chili powder
- 32 ounces beef broth
- 28 ounces fire-roasted diced tomatoes (canned, undrained)
- 4 canned chipotle chiles (veins and seeds removed, chopped)
- 3 tablespoons yellow cornmeal
- 30 ounces black beans (canned, rinsed and drained)
- 1 tablespoon cider vinegar
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 lime (zested and juiced)
- Avocado (chopped for garnish)
- Cilantro (chopped for garnish)
- Green onion (sliced for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large stock pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat, sauté the ground bison in olive oil until nearly browned.
- Add onions and cook until tender, then stir in garlic.
- Mix in chili powder, beef broth, diced tomatoes, and chipotle chiles; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer for one hour, partially covered.
- Stir in cornmeal and black beans; simmer uncovered for another 30 minutes before adding cider vinegar.
- For the lime crema, combine sour cream with lime zest and juice.
- Serve chili topped with lime crema and garnished with chopped cilantro, avocado, and green onion.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg