Chili Crunch Topper
Crush Traditional Mitten Chips into a crunchy topping for chili, soups, or casseroles. The ultimate texture upgrade.
A bowl of chili is comfort, but it can get a little soft and samey spoonful after spoonful. The five-minute fix: crush a couple cups of Traditional Mitten Chips into chunky pieces and pile them on top. The clean corn flavor tastes like it belongs there, and because these chips are flaky but sturdy, they hold their crunch against hot chili far longer than a thinner chip would.
What You'll Need
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Crush the Chips
Lightly crush Traditional Mitten Chips, you want chunky pieces, not dust. The varied texture is what makes this topping special.
Ladle & Top
Serve your chili in bowls and generously pile the crushed chips on top. Add shredded cheese, sour cream, and diced onion.
Enjoy the Crunch
Eat immediately while the chips are crispy against the hot chili. Keep extra crushed chips nearby for refills.
Level Up This Recipe
Beyond Chili
This topping works on any soup, casserole, or baked dish that needs a crunchy finish.
Make It Fancy
Toast the crushed chips in a skillet with a drizzle of olive oil for an extra-crispy, golden crunch.
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