Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Maple Bacon Bourbon Chili on Cornbread Waffle, a dish that masterfully blends smoky bacon, rich bourbon, and sweet maple syrup. Served atop fluffy cornbread waffles, this recipe is perfect for cozy dinners or lively gatherings. The hearty chili, filled with lean turkey and vibrant spices, creates a unique taste that balances savory and sweet. Whether you’re hosting a weekend brunch or enjoying a family dinner, this dish is sure to impress everyone at the table. With easy-to-follow instructions and readily available ingredients, you can create a warm meal that will quickly become a favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 pieces bacon
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 1 medium yellow onion (diced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 28 oz canned diced tomatoes
- 15 oz red kidney beans
- 1/4 cup bourbon
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 8.5 oz Jiffy corn muffin mix
- 1 egg
- 1/3 cup whole milk
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium-high heat, cook the bacon until crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté ground turkey with diced onion until onion is translucent.
- Add minced garlic and spices; cook for an additional minute.
- Stir in diced tomatoes, red kidney beans, bourbon, maple syrup, and reserved bacon. Bring to a boil then simmer for 30 minutes.
- Prepare cornbread waffle batter according to package instructions while the chili simmers.
- Preheat your waffle iron; cook waffles until golden brown.
- Serve chili over waffles and top with additional bacon or garnishes as desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg