By Eva Shockey
7 Reviews
Traeger’s 6-in-1 versatility is on full display in Eva Shockey’s smoked venison chili recipe. We’re braising wild game, with all the traditional chili ingredients, directly on the grill for a smokin’ hot take on this comfort food classic.
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Pellets
As Needed | olive oil |
1 Large | onion, finely chopped |
4 Clove | garlic, crushed |
2 Pound | ground wild game meat |
2 Can | (28 oz) diced tomatoes |
2 Can | (15.5 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed |
2 Can | (15.5 oz) white beans, rinsed and drained |
1 Can | (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained |
3 Tablespoon | chili powder, plus more to taste |
3 Tablespoon | ground cumin, plus more to taste |
4 Tablespoon | brown sugar |
2 Teaspoon | oregano |
1 Teaspoon | black pepper |
1/2 Cup | ketchup |
To Taste | chili flakes |
To Taste | salt and pepper |
As Needed | Your favorite toppings, for serving |
Step 1
Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add crushed garlic and onion, and cook until fragrant. Add meat and cook until no longer pink.
As Needed olive oil
1 Large onion, finely chopped
4 Clove garlic, crushed
2 Pound ground wild game meat
Step 2
When ready to cook, set Traeger temperature to 325℉ and preheat, lid closed for 15 minutes.
325 ˚F / 163 ˚C
Step 3
Add remaining ingredients to pot and stir together. Bring to a simmer, cover and place directly on the grill grate.
2 Can (28 oz) diced tomatoes
2 Can (15.5 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
2 Can (15.5 oz) white beans, rinsed and drained
1 Can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
3 Tablespoon chili powder, plus more to taste
3 Tablespoon ground cumin, plus more to taste
4 Tablespoon brown sugar
2 Teaspoon oregano
1 Teaspoon black pepper
1/2 Cup ketchup
To Taste chili flakes
To Taste salt and pepper
Step 4
Cook for 1-1/2 to 2 hours, or until chili has thickened and the meat is tender.
02:00
325 ˚F / 163 ˚C
Step 5
Season to taste, adding more chili powder and cumin for a spicier chili.
Step 6
Serve with your favorite toppings. Enjoy!
As Needed Your favorite toppings, for serving
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