Knife-and-fork Chili Cheese Recipe
Pepper jack, cheddar, bison chili, tomato, jalapeño, red onion, sour cream, ciabatta | Beef | Bison
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Ingredients
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Chili and Toppings
Method
Preparation Steps
- 1
Cook the Bison
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the bison ground meat and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Break it apart with a spatula as it cooks.
- 2
- 3
Combine Ingredients
Stir in the canned diced tomatoes, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Let the mixture simmer on low heat for about 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- 4
Prepare the Ciabatta
While the chili simmers, slice the ciabatta bread in half and toast it lightly in the oven or on a grill until golden brown.
- 5
Serve the Chili
Once the chili is ready, spoon it generously over the toasted ciabatta halves. Top with shredded pepper jack and cheddar cheese.
- 6
Garnish
Finish with a dollop of sour cream on top of the chili and serve immediately.