Recipes

Spicy Dove Chili

December 31, 2024 / arizona / dove / oklahoma / texas / upland bird

A creative twist on traditional game cooking, this dish offers a hearty meal perfect for gatherings or post-hunt celebrations.

Dove meat, tender and flavorful, shines in this spicy chili recipe. A creative twist on traditional game cooking, this dish offers a hearty meal perfect for gatherings or post-hunt celebrations.

Prep Time: 25 minutes

Cook Time: 1 hour

Ingredients

  • 12 dove breasts, chopped
  • 1 medium onion, diced (garden-grown)
  • 1 bell pepper, diced (garden-grown)
  • 2 jalapeños, diced (garden-grown)
  • 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained
  • 2 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot. Sauté onion, bell pepper, and jalapeños until softened. Add dove meat and cook until browned.
  2. Stir in tomatoes, beans, chili powder, and cumin. Simmer for 45 minutes.
  3. Serve hot, garnished with cilantro or sour cream.

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