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    Home » Recipes » Gourmet Chili

    Lemon Wine Chili

    Published on May 16, 2021 - Updated on January 9, 2023 by Chef Rodney - Leave a Comment - This post may contain affiliate links.

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    This Gourmet Chili recipe is packed full of flavor thanks to the red wine, fresh lemon juice and a bunch of awesome seasonings.
     
    lemon wine chili in a white bowl

    You all know how much I love making chili. But this is the first time I put Wine and Lemon in my chili. And guess what? This Lemon Wine Chili is absolutely fabulous.

    Lemon Wine Chili Ingredients Simmering
    Lemon Wine Chili Ingredients Simmering

    🍷 What kind of Wine

    The first question you are probably asking yourself is what kind of wine does this chili recipe need? The short answer is red wine. A Pinot Noir or a Merlot would be perfect for this Chili. But use what you got on hand. I often use a good Malbec when cooking as I always have a case of Malbec on hand.

    two bowls of delicious lemon wine chili

    Whenever possible I always suggest using fresh lemon juice when a recipe calls for it. Sure it's a little more work squeezing all those lemons but will be worth it in the long run. If you use bottled lemon juice, try to buy the best quality possible. Believe it or not, it does make a difference.

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    🐄 How to Handle Raw Beef

    Thaw raw ground beef on a plate on the lowest shelf of the refrigerator, to avoid dripping onto other foods.
    Keep raw and ready-to-eat meats separate.
    Wash hands thoroughly before and after handling raw ground beef. Wash cutting boards, bowls, and utensils used to prepare raw ground beef with hot soapy water and rinse well.
    Use separate plates to carry raw ground beef patties to the cooking area and cooked patties to the serving area.
    Use a Thermometer to ensure Ground Beef Reaches the Safely Cooked Internal Temperature of 160°F.

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    🥃 Alcohol Warning

    Please take into consideration that some of the alcohol in this recipe may not completely burn off and the remains could be of significant concern to recovering alcoholics, parents, and others who have ethical or religious reasons for avoiding alcohol.
     

    So what does a Lemon Wine Chili recipe tastes like you ask? This chili tastes exactly like you would expect it would, like lemon and wine. The first thing my wife and I tasted was the lemon quickly followed by a slight taste of the wine. My wife tasted the wine a bit more than I did but that's probably because she is not a wine drinker.

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    Additionally, this chili does pack a bit of a punch. Mostly from the cayenne pepper so if you prefer a mild chili I would suggest you leave that spice out when you make it. It won't change much as the lemon and the red wine are the stars of the show in this chili.

    lemon wine chili

    Don't forget to make one of our delicious Cornbread Recipes to go with this fantastic Gourmet Chili Recipe. My Fabulous Buttermilk Cornbread recipe is my absolute favorite cornbread recipe.

    For more great recipes with Lean Ground Beef, I suggest you check these recipes out:

    • Copycat Dairy Queen Chili Dog Sauce
    • Weight Watchers Meatloaf
    • Traditional Pate Chinois (Shepherd’s Pie)
    • Copycat Taco Bell Mexican Pizza

    📋 What Ingredients do I need

    You will need the following ingredients to make this Lemon Wine Chili recipe (see recipe card for quantities): Lean Ground Beef, Yellow Onion, Garlic Cloves, Stewed Tomatoes, Tomato Paste, Pinto Beans, Red Wine, Lemon Juice, Chili Powder, Salt, Lemon Pepper, Cayenne Pepper, Mustard Powder, Celery Seed, Ground Cumin and Dried Oregano.

    🥣 How to make Lemon Wine Chili

    In a large skillet or saucepan, cook the ground beef until it begins to brown. Add the onions and garlic and continue to cook until the meat is no longer pink, stirring regularly.
    Add all the remaining ingredients and let simmer for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
    Optionally garnish with sour cream, shredded cheese and/or crushed tortilla chips.

    Lemon Wine Chili

    Lemon Wine Chili

    This Gourmet Chili recipe is packed full of flavor thanks to the red wine, fresh lemon juice and a bunch of awesome seasonings.
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    Prep Time 15 mins
    Cook Time 1 hr
    Total Time 1 hr 15 mins
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine American
    Servings 6
    Calories 472 kcal

    Equipment

    • Saucepan (or Dutch Oven)

    Ingredients
     

    • 1 ½ lb Lean Ground Beef
    • 1 Cup Yellow Onion, finely chopped
    • 3 Garlic Cloves, minced
    • 28 oz Diced Tomatoes
    • 6 oz Tomato Paste
    • 30 oz Pinto Beans
    • 1 Cup Red Wine
    • ⅓ Cup Fresh Lemon Juice
    • 4 tablespoon Chili Powder
    • 1 teaspoon Salt
    • ½ teaspoon Lemon Pepper Seasoning
    • ¼ teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
    • ½ teaspoon Mustard Powder
    • ½ teaspoon Celery Seed
    • ½ teaspoon Ground Cumin
    • ¼ teaspoon Dried Oregano
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    Instructions
     

    • In a large skillet or saucepan, cook the ground beef until it begins to brown. Add the onions and garlic and continue to cook until the meat is no longer pink, stirring regularly.
    • Add all the remaining ingredients and let simmer for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
    • Optionally garnish with sour cream, shredded cheese and/or crushed tortilla chips.

    Notes

    → Please take into consideration that some of the alcohol in this recipe may not completely burn off and the remains could be of significant concern to recovering alcoholics, parents, and others who have ethical or religious reasons for avoiding alcohol.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 472kcalCarbohydrates: 56gProtein: 41gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 968mgPotassium: 1772mgFiber: 18gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 2210IUVitamin C: 27mgCalcium: 164mgIron: 9mg

    Nutritional information provided for this recipe is based on 1 serving. This information is an estimate and may vary based on several factors. If nutritional information is important to you and your diet, please verify this recipe with a Registered Dietitian.

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