Ingredients
– 1 lb ground beef or turkey
– 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
– 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
– 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
– 1 medium onion, chopped
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 2 tablespoons chili powder
– 1 tablespoon ground cumin
– ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
– 1 cup peanut butter (smooth or chunky)
– 3-4 Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, chopped
– 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped green onions, more chopped Reese’s Cups
Instructions
Creating this incredible Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Chili is straightforward if you follow these simple steps:
1. Cook the Meat: In a large pot or Dutch oven, brown the ground beef or turkey over medium heat. Drain excess fat if needed.
2. Add Aromatics: Stir in the chopped onion and minced garlic, cooking until the onion becomes translucent, about 3-5 minutes.
3. Mix in Spices: Sprinkle in the chili powder, ground cumin, and cayenne pepper. Stir well to coat the meat and onions.
4. Combine Ingredients: Pour in the crushed tomatoes, black beans, kidney beans, and chicken or vegetable broth. Stir until well combined.
5. Incorporate Peanut Butter: Add the peanut butter, mixing it thoroughly into the chili base until it melts and blends in.
6. Sweeten with Chocolate: Gently fold in the chopped Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, allowing them to melt slightly in the warm mixture.
7. Season to Taste: Add salt and pepper as desired. Adjust other seasonings if needed to suit your taste.
8. Simmer: Bring the chili to a simmer, then reduce heat to low. Allow it to cook for 30-45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
9. Serve Hot: Once the chili has thickened and flavors have melded together, it is ready to serve.
These steps will guide you in creating this amazing chili effortlessly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Fat: 25g
- Protein: 22g