Jul 14 2026

Buffalo Chili Recipe

Time1h
Serves4

Our famous buffalo chili over an all natural bratwurst, topped with cheddar cheese, green onion, and pickled jalapenos.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the bratwurst

    Grill or pan-fry the bratwurst links until fully cooked, about 10-12 minutes. Set aside.

  2. 2

    Cook the chili

    In a large pot, heat a bit of oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until softened, about 5 minutes.

  3. 3

    Brown the buffalo meat

    Add the ground buffalo meat to the pot and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks.

  4. 4

    Add ingredients

    Stir in the canned tomatoes, kidney beans (drained and rinsed), chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer.

  5. 5

    Simmer

    Reduce heat to low and let the chili simmer for at least 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Place a bratwurst link in a bowl and ladle the buffalo chili over it. Top with shredded cheddar cheese, sliced green onions, and pickled jalapenos.

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