Skyline Chili
Discover the bold and unique flavors of Skyline Chili, Cincinnati's beloved twist on a classic comfort food. This one-of-a-kind recipe combines savory ground beef with a medley of warm spices like cinnamon, allspice, and cloves, creating a robust, slightly sweet chili unlike anything you've tried before. Simmered to perfection over three hours, the chili achieves a smooth, velvety texture that pairs beautifully with tender spaghetti noodles. Topped with heaps of melty shredded cheddar cheese and served with optional crunchy oyster crackers, this dish is perfect for a cozy family dinner or a game-day treat. With simple ingredients and unforgettable flavor, Skyline Chili is the ultimate comfort food experience bursting with Midwestern charm.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Ground beef
- 6 cups Water
- 6 ounces Tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons Chili powder
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon Ground allspice
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground cloves
- 1 teaspoon Cumin
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 1.5 teaspoons Salt
- 1 tablespoon White vinegar
- 1 large Onion, diced
- 4 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 whole Bay leaf
- 1 pound Spaghetti (cooked)
- 2 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup Oyster crackers (optional)
Instructions
In a large pot, crumble the ground beef and cover with 6 cups of water. Bring to a boil over medium heat while breaking up the meat with a spoon. Reduce to a simmer and allow the beef to cook, breaking it down further until the meat resembles a fine texture, about 10 minutes.
Add the tomato paste, cocoa powder, chili powder, cinnamon, allspice, cloves, cumin, sugar, salt, white vinegar, diced onion, minced garlic, and bay leaf. Stir to combine.
Simmer the chili uncovered on low heat for 3 hours, stirring occasionally. If the chili becomes too thick, add small amounts of water to adjust the consistency.
Once the chili is fully cooked and the flavors are well combined, remove the bay leaf and adjust seasonings to taste.
To serve, place a portion of cooked spaghetti noodles on a plate or bowl. Ladle the chili over the spaghetti and top with shredded cheddar cheese.
Serve with optional oyster crackers on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4979 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 266.1 g | 341% | |
| Saturated Fat | 122.9 g | 614% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 884 mg | 295% | |
| Sodium | 8068 mg | 351% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 396.9 g | 144% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 30.6 g | 109% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.3 g | ||
| Protein | 264.9 g | 530% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2009 mg | 155% | |
| Iron | 38.5 mg | 214% | |
| Potassium | 4622 mg | 98% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
