Hillbilly Chili and Cinnamon Rolls
If you’re craving a comforting, hearty meal that echoes the warmth of home, Hillbilly Chili with Cinnamon Rolls is the perfect choice! This delightful dish pairs rich and savory chili made with ground beef and spices alongside sweet, warm cinnamon rolls. It’s an irresistible combination that will satisfy your taste buds and leave everyone asking for more. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family gatherings, this recipe is quick to prepare and can easily be customized to suit all preferences. Enjoy the balance of flavors in every bite as you serve up this delicious American comfort food!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs ground beef
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 1 15 oz can chili beans, undrained
- 1 46 oz can tomato juice
- 4 oz spaghetti or angel hair pasta, broken into thirds
- 1–2 Tbs. mild chili powder
- 1 Tbs. granulated sugar
- 1 tsp. kosher salt
- 1 tsp. pepper
- Optional garnishes: shredded cheddar, corn chips, sour cream
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, brown the ground beef until no longer pink; drain excess fat.
- Sauté diced onions in the pot until soft (3-5 minutes).
- Stir in chili powder, salt, and pepper. Add undrained chili beans, tomato juice, sugar, and broken pasta; mix well.
- Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat. Simmer uncovered for about 30 minutes.
- Serve hot in bowls with optional garnishes alongside warm cinnamon rolls.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (350g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 105mg