Lamb and White Bean Chili

Total Time
Prep: 25 min. Cook: 6-1/4 hours

Updated on Apr. 24, 2022

I created a fresh take on chili using lamb and Moroccan seasoning with a feta and almond garnish. It was so exciting and tasty to my husband and son, I made a second batch almost right away. If you like a spicier chili, add harissa paste or use medium salsa instead of mild. —Arlene Erlbach, Morton Grove, Illinois


Test Kitchen tips
  • Replace part of the lamb with additional beans or chickpeas for a lower-cost meal.
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    Lamb and White Bean Chili

    Yield: 4 servings
    Prep: 25 min
    Cook: 6 hours 15 min

    Ingredients

    • 1 pound ground lamb
    • 1 cup coarsely chopped red onion
    • 1 can (15 ounces) cannellini beans, undrained
    • 1 jar (16 ounces) mild chunky salsa
    • 3 tablespoons ras el hanout (Moroccan seasoning), divided
    • 4-1/2 teaspoons finely chopped lemon zest, divided
    • 3 tablespoons orange marmalade
    • 1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
    • 1/4 cup crumbled goat cheese
    • 2 tablespoons sliced almonds
    • Optional: Additional chopped red onion and toasted naan flatbread or pita bread

    Directions

    1. In a large nonstick skillet, cook lamb and onion over medium-high heat until meat is no longer pink, 6-8 minutes, breaking into crumbles; drain. Transfer lamb mixture to a 3- or 4-qt. slow cooker. Add beans.
    2. In a small bowl, combine salsa, 1-1/2 tablespoons ras el hanout and 3 teaspoons lemon zest. Pour over beans and lamb; stir until well combined. Cook, covered, on low for 6 hours or until onions are tender.
    3. In a small bowl, combine marmalade with remaining ral el hanout and lemon zest; stir into slow cooker. Cook, covered, 15 minutes longer. Sprinkle each serving with parsley, cheese and almonds. If desired, serve with additional red onion and naan or pita bread.
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