10 Best Wild Game Chili Recipes

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With these mouthwatering chili recipes, there's never been a better time to use that wild game meat that's been taking up space in your freezer.

Black Bean and Venison Chili Recipe

Free up your freezer space with this one-pot venison recipe, the perfect comfort food for a chilly day.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound venison, ground or small cubes
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion, minced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 2 teaspoons cumin
• 2 teaspoons unsweetened cocoa powder
• ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
• ½ teaspoon coriander
• ½ teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 (6-ounce) can tomato paste
• 2 cups beef broth
• 2 cups water
• 2 (15-ounce) cans black beans, drained
• Salt and pepper, to taste

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Venison Chili Mac and Cheese Recipe

Make this mac and cheese even creamier by boiling the pasta 3-4 minutes longer than the directions say on the box.

Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 ½ pounds ground venison
• 2 mediums onions, diced
• 3 cloves fresh garlic, chopped
• 4 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 ½ cups red wine
• 4 cups beef broth
• 3 teaspoons chili powder
• 2 teaspoons paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 cup whole Italian tomatoes

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Wild Bear Tequila Chili Tacos Recipe

This isn't your typical taco recipe – swapping beef for bear will exceed your expectations.

Ingredients:

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• 2 teaspoons olive oil
• 1 pound lean bear meat, ground
• 1 large red onion, peeled and diced
• 5 cloves garlic, chopped
• 2 red bell peppers, diced
• 2 green bell peppers, diced
• 2 red chilies, chopped with seeds
• 2 jalapeños, chopped
• ¾ cup tequila
• 1 (14.5-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
• 4 or more cups beef broth
• 2 teaspoons chili powder
• 3 teaspoons paprika
• 1 ½ teaspoons oregano
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• Freshly ground black pepper
• Kosher salt
• 12 flour tortillas, toasted in a hot pan or grill

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Elk Chili Recipe

With deer season comes colder weather. The perfect time for a bowl of elk chili!

Ingredients:

• 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 3 pounds elk stew meat, cut into ½-inch cubes
• 3 cloves garlic, minced or pressed
• 3 teaspoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 3 tablespoons flour
• 1 tablespoon dry oregano
• 2 teaspoons salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 1 (13-ounce) can beef broth
• 1 (8-ounce) can tomato sauce
• ⅛-¼ cup green chili salsa (¼ cup is spicy)
• 4 cups canned pinto beans, drained
• Optional garnishes: sour cream, cheddar cheese

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White Turkey Chili Recipe

With both turkey season and fall weather upon us, there is no better time for this White Turkey Chili Recipe from Chef Tom Minchella.

Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 ½ pound skinless, boneless turkey breast
• 2 medium yellow onions, diced
• 3 cloves fresh garlic, peeled and chopped
• 3 cups chicken broth
• 3 green chiles, chopped
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• ½ teaspoon ground coriander
• ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 3 ears freshly shucked yellow corn
• 1 cup cannellini beans
• 1 lime
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
• Cilantro for garnishing

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Wild Pork and Beans Recipe

Toss the ingredients in a slow cooker and forget about them for a few hours, or use the stovetop method – either way, you'll end up with a hearty and delicious pork stew.

Ingredients:

• ½ pound bacon
• 2 chopped onions
• 1 pound wild boar, ground or cubed
• 1 (28-ounce) can baked beans
• 1 (15-ounce) can pork and beans
• 1 (15-ounce) can pinto beans, drained
• 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 (6-ounce) can tomato paste
• 1 (4-ounce) can green chilies
• ¼ cup cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons spicy mustard
• 1 tablespoon molasses

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Pheasant and Green Chili Pot Pie Recipe

A unique twist on a traditional pot pie, this Pheasant and Green Chili Pot Pie Recipe is destined to satisfy.

Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 large yellow onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic chopped
• 4 green chilies, chopped
• 2 stalks celery, chopped
• 1 medium poblano pepper chopped
• 1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless pheasant breast, diced into ½-inch pieces
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 cups heavy cream
• 2 teaspoons ancho chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• ½ teaspoon ground coriander
• Kosher salt
• Freshly ground black pepper
• 1 sheet frozen puff pastry

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Game Bird Tortilla Soup Recipe

Put your hunting rewards to good use with this Game Bird Tortilla Soup Recipe.

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 cup diced onion
• 1 cup diced red bell pepper
• 1 cup corn, fresh or frozen
• 1 pound game bird meat, chopped
• 1 (1.5-ounce) package taco seasoning*
• 1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 6 cups turkey/chicken stock or broth
• 1 (15-ounce) can pinto beans, drained
• 2 cups crushed tortilla chips or 6 small corn tortillas, torn into pieces
• Lime wedges and cilantro, for garnish

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Elk Chili Potato Skins Recipe

These elk chili potato skins are a creative alternative to your classic chili in a bowl

Elk Chili Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 ½ pounds elk round
• 1 ½ cups diced yellow onion
• 3 cloves fresh garlic
• 1 dried red chili chopped
• 5-6 cups beef broth
• 1 bottle dark beer
• 1 pinch red pepper flakes
• 2 teaspoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon chipotle chili powder
• ½ teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 2 teaspoon paprika
• 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes
• Salt and pepper, to taste

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Wild Turkey White Chili Recipe

Get your lean protein in soup-style with this wild turkey and white chili recipe.

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 cup diced onion
• 4-6 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 pounds turkey, ground or finely chopped
• 2 teaspoons oregano
• 2 teaspoons cumin
• ½-1 teaspoon red chili flakes
• 2 (7-ounce) cans diced green chilies
• 1 tablespoon green Tabasco sauce
• 6 cups turkey/chicken stock or broth
• 3 (15-ounce) cans cannellini or white beans
• 1 cup instant or real mashed potatoes
• Salt & pepper to taste
• Juice of 1 lime

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