The 6 Best Venison Chili Recipes

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There is nothing better than a warm bowl of chili on a cold winter day. These protein-packed chili recipes are the perfect meals to serve after a long days work.

Venison Green Chili Recipe

Venison, green chillies, jalepeños and more are found in this delicious green chili.

Ingredients:

• 1 deer, elk, or antelope shank, bone-in
• 1-2 cups seasoned flour
• ¼ cup canola or vegetable oil
• 2 medium onions, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 5 Hatch green chilies, roasted, skinned, and chopped
• 2-4 jalapeños, seeded and diced
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 2 teaspoons dried oregano
• 1 ounce gin
• 4-6 cups of game stock (chicken or vegetable stock also works)
• 1 can white hominy, drained
• 1 can yellow hominy, drained
• Salt and pepper
• ½ cup packed cilantro, finely chopped

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Great Northern Venison Chili Recipe

The bold flavors in this recipe blend together perfectly to deliver a sweet and spicy taste.

Ingredients:

• 2 ½ pounds ground venison
• ¼ cup vegetable oil
• 2 cups diced onions
• Fresh garlic, chopped fine
• 4 cups water
• 2 cups red wine
• 3 tablespoons beef base paste
• 1 cup tomato paste
• 1 ½ teaspoons salt
• 2 teaspoons oregano
• 1 teaspoon thyme
• ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 3 tablespoons dark brown sugar
• 3 tablespoons molasses
• 1 tablespoon cumin
• ¼ cup dark chili powder
• 1 cup stewed tomatoes
• 1 cup tomato sauce
• 1 (16- to 20-ounce) can ranch style baked beans

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Dutch Oven Elk Venison Chili Recipe

Embrace the diversity between chili recipes across the country and try this one next time you're craving the meat dish.

Ingredients:

• Bacon grease
• 1 lb. ground elk
• 1 lb. elk stew meat (cut into ½-inch chunks)
• ¼ cup flour, seasoned with salt and pepper
• 1 medium onion, grated
• 1 4-ounce can diced green chilies
• 1 packet Little's Specialty Foods Chili Seasoning (Hot or Mild)
• 1 bottle of dark beer
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 ounce baker's chocolate
• 1-2 15.5 ounce cans kidney beans, drained
• 1-2 15.5 ounce cans black beans, drained
• Garnish: Diced onions, jalapeño rings, grated cheddar cheese

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Elk Venison Chili Recipe

With deer season comes colder weather – the perfect time for a bowl of elk venison chili!

Ingredients:

• 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 3 pounds elk venison stew meat, cut into ½-inch cubes
• 3 cloves garlic, minced or pressed
• 3 teaspoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 3 tablespoons flour
• 1 tablespoon dry oregano
• 2 teaspoons salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 1 (13-ounce) can beef broth
• 1 (8-ounce) can tomato sauce
• ⅛ to ¼ cup green chili salsa (¼ cup is spicy)
• 4 cups canned pinto beans, drained
• Optional garnishes: sour cream, cheddar cheese

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Spicy, Smoky Venison Chili Recipe

This hearty venison chili is filled with a blend of full-bodied flavors and spices.

Ingredients:

• 2 pounds fresh ground venison
• 6 slices smoked bacon, chopped
• 1 large yellow onion, diced
• 2 tablespoons fresh garlic, chopped
• 2 teaspoons cumin
• 3 teaspoons chipotle chili powder
• 2 teaspoons Mexican chili powder
• 2 teaspoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon smoked ancho chili powder
• 1 (14.5-ounce) can tomatoes, whole peeled
• 4 cups beef broth
• 1 can dark beer
• 1 (15-ounce) can cooked kidney beans
• ¼ pound sharp cheddar cheese, grated
• 1 bunch scallion, chopped

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Spicy Mango Venison Chili Recipe

The sweet heat flavors of this Spicy Mango Venison Chili Recipe are downright delicious.

Ingredients:

• 2 pounds ground venison
• 1 pound sweet Italian ground sausage
• 3 cups chopped mangoes (frozen or fresh)
• 2 (15-ounce) cans chili beans in chili sauce
• 1 (15-ounce) can chili beans in spicy sauce
• 1 (15-ounce) can kidney beans
• 1 (15-ounce) can black beans
• 2 (14.5-ounce) cans diced tomatoes with juice
• 1 (6-ounce) can tomato paste
• 1 large red onion, chopped
• 2 tablespoons minced garlic
• 2-3 green bell peppers, seeded and chopped
• 3 large jalapeño peppers, chopped finely
• 3 habanero peppers, chopped finely
• 1 (11.2-ounce) bottle Guinness Extra Stout (or your favorite stout)
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 2 teaspoons golden brown sugar
• ¼ cup chili powder
• 1 tablespoon dried oregano
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon cayenne red pepper
• 1 teaspoon dried sweet basil
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• Shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, and chives for topping

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