My husband was fortunate enough to get a deer this past hunting season, providing us with a healthy and very inexpensive alternative meat for the upcoming year.
The big question when he brought it back from being processed was, “Would the kids eat it?” I wasn’t really worried about our daughter – she is a meat eater. But my son, that is another story.
I needn’t have worried, this venison chili recipe soon was his favorite meal.
Whether your family hunts or you purchase venison at the grocery store, this chili recipe is perfect for cold winter days. The recipe below serves 6. I usually double it so we have some for the next day, too.
Venison Chili Recipe
- 1 pound ground venison
- 2 qt. jar of homemade salsa (Don’t have salsa? Substitute: 1 can tomatoes, 1 chopped onion, and 1 chopped green pepper.)
- 1 can kidney beans, undrained
- 1 can pinto beans, undrained
- 1 Tablespoon parsley flakes
- 1 Tablespoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
In Dutch oven, brown venison over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and set aside.
Add salsa and heat to boiling. (If using tomatoes, onions, and green peppers, saute the onions and green peppers in a bit of oil first.
Reduce heat; cover. Simmer 1 hour to blend flavors.
Stir in beans. Cook, uncovered, 30 minutes longer. (Or at least until beans are heated.)
Serve with cheese and crackers or homemade cornbread. Delicious!
This venison chili recipe has become a favorite winter dinner in our home.
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Jen says
January 3, 2012 at 12:03 pmI know this is going to sound weird, but I’ve lived in the south for 25 years, we have deer on our land and even upon occasion let friends hunt during season, but I’ve never tried it. I have to admit you make it look really good!
admin says
January 4, 2012 at 11:16 amI hadn’t tried it unitl a few years ago when a neighbor gave us some. This is my husband’s first deer – after years of hunting. I have to say, it’s worth it!
Renee says
January 3, 2012 at 1:57 pmDH Just made Deer Jerky 😀
admin says
January 4, 2012 at 11:14 amI need to figure out how to do that. My husband loves jerkey.
Renee says
January 4, 2012 at 11:59 amHe gets his seasoning at Cabelas 🙂
admin says
January 4, 2012 at 1:59 pmThanks! Sounds like we might be making an order!
Jerry says
January 3, 2012 at 2:54 pmFinally, something everyone will eat; to the chagrin of deer everywhere….
admin says
January 4, 2012 at 11:14 amYes, my funny, funny husband.
ZombiemommySaves says
January 3, 2012 at 4:08 pmI love Chili, I have a hard time getting the kids to eat it though. They do a tiny bit better with burritos but not much. I wonder how Venison would taste in Shepherds/Cottage Pie?
admin says
January 4, 2012 at 11:03 amThis was the first time either of my kids ate chili. I was seriously in shock. The daughter had second helpings even!
I might have to try it in shepherds pie some time….
Kristen says
January 3, 2012 at 10:55 pmMy husband and I love venison. He doesn’t hunt be we have a friend that does. So, since my husband fishes…they trade. We made venison burgers with a soft slice of pear and blue cheese and they were so good that I ate two! I never eat two burgers! You should try it sometime!
admin says
January 4, 2012 at 11:02 amI never thought of putting a pear on a burger! I may have to try that…. I love the burger at Red Robin with pineapple on it… Yum!
It’s great that you are able to trade – a good deal all around. This was my husband’s first deer, and so far, so worth it!
Jennifer | The Deliberate Mom says
October 23, 2015 at 8:23 pmOh wow, this sounds and looks fabulous!
I love most versions of chili. It’s the perfect autumn meal.
Thanks for sharing (and for linking up to the #SHINEbloghop).
Wishing you a lovely weekend.
xoxo
OneMommy says
October 23, 2015 at 11:12 pmThis one is pretty yummy. 🙂 Thanks for hosting!
Miz Helen says
October 24, 2015 at 6:21 pmYour little ones are just adorable! We love Venison Chili and this looks like a great recipe! Thanks so much for sharing with Full Plate Thursday and have a great weekend!
Come Back Soon,
Miz Helen
OneMommy says
October 26, 2015 at 4:33 pmAw, thank you! They were so little then!
We are hoping to get another deer this year to make this dish.