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Vegetarian Camp Chili

Published: July 2026
Author: Degerlund Family
Recipe origin: Alaska

An easy-to-make vegetarian chili that’s great for a crowd while camping. Don’t forget the can opener!

Seasoning Mix:
4 Tbls chili Powder
1 tsp garlic powder
1 Tbls mustard powder
½ Tbls sugar
1 tsp oregano
1 tsp cumin

Chili Bean mix:
1 can black beans (15oz)
1 can white beans (15oz)
1 can garbonzo beans (15oz)
1 can kidney beans (15oz)
1 can red beans (15oz)
1 can sweet corn (15oz)
1 can tomato paste (8oz)
1 can tomato sauce (15oz)
1 can diced tomatoes (32 oz)
Salt & pepper

At home, add seasoning mix ingredients and store in an airtight container.

Out camping: Add all beans, corn, tomatoes and seasoning mix in one pot. Heat slowly over coals, stirring often, until boiling (about 20 minutes). Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Serve with cheese, sour cream, and Fritos.

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Quick chicken chili

from Mandy D.’s book, Colton, SD

Ingredients

3 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, diced
1 (14.5oz.)can diced tomatoes with garlic & onion
1(1.25 oz) can chili seasoning mix
1 (15.25 oz.) can whole kernel sweet corn
1(15oz.) can kidney beans, drained

Preparation instructions

Combine chicken, undrained tomatoes and seasoning mix in medium saucepan. Cook over meduim heat 5 minutes, or until chicken is done. Add undrained corn and beans (drained). Simmer 15 minutes, or until heat through.

Submitted by: Susan W