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Prepare the chili
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Heat the olive oil in a large 12 ounce skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and break up into into pieces with a wooden spoon, then drain grease as needed. Cook for 5 minutes or until almost cooked through. Add the onion and poblano pepper and cook 5 minutes or until softened, then add the garlic and spices and cook 30 seconds longer.
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Add the tomato sauce and diced tomatoes and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until thickened. Stir in the beans, salt and pepper and adjust the seasoning as necessary.
Prepare the cornbread topping
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Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Place the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt in a small bowl and whisk to combine.
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Combine the melted butter, buttermilk, egg and honey in a medium bowl. Add the dry ingredients to the bowl and stir just until everything is incorporated.
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Pour the cornbread topping over the chili mixture and spread evenly, being careful not to mix it in with the chili. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the cornbread comes out clean. Check the cornbread for doneness after 15 minutes as all oven times vary, and cover with foil if it begins to brown too quickly. Remove from heat and cool slightly. Serve with your favorite toppings and enjoy!
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Brown Your Beef Properly 🥘Don't skip browning the ground beef in batches over medium-high heat—this creates fond (browned bits) that adds deep, complex flavor to your chili base when deglazed with liquid.
- Bloom Your Spices in Oil 🌶️Toast the chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika in olive oil for 30-60 seconds before adding other ingredients to unlock their full aromatic potential and prevent raw spice flavor.
- Chill Cornbread Batter Before Topping ❄️Prepare your cornbread batter and refrigerate it for 15 minutes before spreading over the hot chili—this prevents it from sinking and ensures even, fluffy rising with a golden crust.
- Don't Overmix the Cornbread Topping 🥄Mix your cornbread batter just until combined with visible flour streaks remaining; overmixing develops gluten and creates a dense, tough topping instead of tender, crumbly cornbread.
- Let Chili Simmer for Depth 🍲Allow the chili to simmer uncovered for 20-30 minutes before adding the cornbread topping—this concentrates flavors, reduces excess liquid, and prevents a soggy bottom layer.
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