Warm up your kitchen with this flavorful 3 Pepper Southern Chili recipe that’s perfect for any crowd! 🌶️ This dish combines bold spices and vibrant peppers, all tied together with Chilau Original Southern Style Stew Base for an unbeatable depth of flavor. Featuring a mix of green poblano, Guajillo chili powder, and colorful sweet peppers, this chili is as visually appealing as it is delicious. 

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Chili is a beloved comfort food across America, with roots tracing back to Texas and a special place in Southern kitchens. Our recipe stays true to its heritage while offering a modern twist with broth and stock as its flavorful foundation. Chilau Stew Base does 90% of the seasoning for you, leaving room for customization so you can adjust the heat and spice to your taste.

Heat Level Options:

• 🌶️ Mild: Use 1 jar of Chilau Stew Base.
• 🌶️ 🌶️ Medium: Use 2 jars of Chilau Stew Base.
• 🌶️ 🌶️ 🌶️ Hot: Mix 1 jar of Chilau Stew Base with 1/2 jar of Chilau Boil Base for an extra kick.

This recipe makes an 8-quart pot, perfect for feeding 8-10 people. For a smaller batch, halve the ingredients for a 4-quart pot. 

Ingredients

•  1 large sweet onion, chopped
• 1 green poblano pepper, diced
• 3 tbsp Guajillo chili powder
• 5 green onions, chopped
• 4 red, green, and orange sweet peppers, diced
• 1 cup beef broth
• 1 jar Chilau Stew Base
• 2 (28 oz) cans crushed tomatoes
• 2 (15 oz) cans red kidney beans, drained
• 3 lbs ground beef

Preparation

1.  Heat a large pot over medium-high heat. Season ground beef with Salt pepper, chile powder and cook until brown. Remove and drain
2. Sauté the sweet onion, poblano pepper, sweet peppers, and green onions until softened.
3. Stir in the Guajillo chili powder and continue to sauté
4. Pour in the beef broth and your chosen amount of Chilau Stew Base and crushed tomatoes, mixing well.
5. Add drained kidney beans and bring the chili to a gentle boil. Reduce heat and let simmer for 30 minutes.
6. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.

For a spicier kick, add a little more Chilau Boil Base. Serve hot with your favorite toppings—shredded cheese, sour cream, or green onions—and enjoy a dish that’s hearty, bold, and customizable for any heat level.

📢 Pro Tip: This chili is a perfect meal for game days, potlucks, or cold evenings. The robust flavors come alive when paired with cornbread or over rice.