Name: Bloody Mary Chili
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 60 min
Ingredients: 2 pounds ground beef; 2 tablespoons butter; 1 medium onion - chopped; 1 tablespoon tomato paste concentrate - I use the tube version; 3 cloves garlic - chopped; 3 tablespoons chili powder; 1/2 teaspoon celery salt; 2 teaspoons salt; 1 teaspoon pepper; 1/2 teaspoon cumin; 3 cups Bloody Mary Mix; 2 tablespoons sugar; 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce; 1 14 oz can crushed tomatoes; 1 15.5 oz can red kidney beans - drained and rinsed; 1 15.5 oz can navy or cannellini beans - drained and rinsed

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If you’re a Bloody Mary fan, then you’re going to LOVE this chili! With all the bold flavors of that popular drink, it’s a hearty bowl of goodness that’s loaded with beef, beans, and warm spicy flavors.

(Included are recipe instructions for making Bloody Mary Chili on the stovetop or in the crockpot.)

Bloody Mary Chili in a yellow bowl topped with sour cream, cheese and jalapenos.

There’s something so comforting about a bowl of chili! It’s great served up on cold winter evenings when you just want to warm up and feel cozy. It’s also great to serve when you’re having a party or feeding a crowd. Almost every chili recipe that I know of is easy to make, has inexpensive ingredients, and also freezes well which makes it great for meal planning.

What Makes Bloody Mary Chili So Good?

It’s got an outrageously good secret ingredient – Bloody Mary Mix!
Is ready to serve in less than an hour.
Can be made on the stovetop or the crockpot.
Is full of your favorite chili flavors of cumin, garlic, and chili powder.

Bowl of Bloody Mary Chili served with tortilla chips.

What You Need To Make This Recipe:

Ground Beef
Butter
Onion
Tomato Paste
Garlic
Chili Powder
Celery Salt
Salt and Pepper
Cumin
Bloody Mary Mix – I use Zing Zang
Sugar
Worcestershire Sauce
Crushed Tomatoes
Red Kidney Beans and Navy Beans

This recipe is really simple to make so don’t be intimidated by the ingredients list. All that’s needed is a little measuring, chopping, and stirring. After that, you can choose how you’d like to make this recipe. I’ve included directions and cooking times for the stovetop or the slow cooker.

Bloody Mary Chili in a stock pot with a soup ladle.

One of the most fun things about serving a big bowl of hot yummy chili is all the toppings that you can add. Here are a few of my favs:

grated cheddar or Monterrey jack cheese
diced fresh or pickled jalapeño peppers
chopped onion
sour cream or yogurt
crushed tortilla chips
a few dashes of hot sauce
ladled over rice

Can Blood Mary Chili Be Frozen?

You bet! Make the chili according to the instructions and let it cool. Place it in freezer-safe containers and freeze for up to 3 months. When you want to serve it, let it thaw in the refrigerator and heat it on the stovetop.

A yellow bowl filled with Bloody Mary Chili topped with sour cream and cheese.

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Last but not least…

If you make this Bloody Mary recipe, be sure to leave a comment and a rating. I always love hearing from you! Also, if you make it, snap a pic and tag me on Instagram. I’d love to see your photo.