How to Make Chef John's Italian Sausage Chili - A Step-by-Step Guide

Italian Sausage Chili is a hearty and flavorful dish that brings together the bold flavors of Italian sausage with the warm and comforting taste of chili. This recipe is a favorite of Chef John, who has mastered the art of creating mouthwatering dishes that are both delicious and easy to prepare.

With this Italian Sausage Chili recipe, Chef John takes traditional chili to the next level by incorporating the rich and savory flavors of Italian sausage. This adds a unique twist to the cl...

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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 ¼ pounds hot Italian sausage, casings removed
  • 1 ¼ pounds mild Italian sausage, casings removed
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • salt to taste
  • 2 tablespoons ancho chile powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon chipotle chile powder
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • 2 ½ cups water, or as needed
  • 1 cup tomato puree
  • 2 (15 ounce) cans cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 30 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 50 mins
  • Servings: 6

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Cook and stir hot and mild Italian sausage, onion, and a pinch of salt in hot oil until sausage is browned and crumbly, and most of the liquid is evaporated, about 10 minutes.
  • Stir in ancho chile powder, paprika, cumin, black pepper, chipotle chile powder, and oregano; sauté until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
  • Pour in water and tomato purée; bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to medium-low and cook at a steady simmer until sausage is tender, about 45 minutes. Add more water as needed and skim any fat that floats to the top.
  • Stir in beans and bell peppers. Simmer until vegetables are tender, about 30 minutes. Season with salt.
  • Nutrition

    599 cal.

    • Total Fat: 38g
    • Saturated Fat: 13g
    • Cholesterol: 88mg
    • Sodium: 1850mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 31g
    • Dietary Fiber: 8g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 32g
    • Vitamin C: 49mg
    • Calcium: 98mg
    • Iron: 5mg
    • Potassium: 705mg