Texas-Style Chili
Big, bold Texas-style chili made with lean Ground Beef, peppers, plenty of chili powder, and a splash of beer, simmered until thick and hearty. Top with cheese, sour cream, and green onions for a bowl that tastes like a backyard cookout.
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Cook Time: 45 Minutes
Servings: 8
Ingredients: 19
Ingredients
Optional Toppings
Preparation
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Step 1
Heat a large Dutch oven over MEDIUM-HIGH heat; add oil. Lower heat to MEDIUM; add onion, bell pepper and jalapeño pepper stirring occasionally until tender, approximately 4-7 minutes. Add garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute.
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Step 2
Add Ground Beef. Cook for 8-10 minutes, breaking beef into small crumbles and stirring occasionally. Pour off drippings, as necessary.
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Step 3
Add chili powder, paprika, cumin, oregano, black pepper and salt; cook 1 minute.
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Step 4
Add tomato sauce, diced tomatoes & green chilies, and beer; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover and cook 30 minutes. Add shredded cheese. Serve with your favorite toppings.
Nutrition Information
289 Calories
5.44g SAT FAT
26g PROTEIN
3.7 mg IRON
5.5 mg ZINC
* Based on a 2,000 calorie diet
** Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet
The Essential Ingredients
Ground Beef: Also called ‘hamburger,’ is made by grinding beef cuts and beef trim. It works well in dishes that require crumbles, and typically any leanness of Ground Beef works well in dishes – just be sure to drain any remaining fat after cooking.
Onion: These versatile root veggies bring a sharpness to any dish, without adding too much spice. Onions come in wide varieties, but are most often seen in white, yellow, and red. Onions are a staple of many cuisines and a pillar of classic mirepoix, a soup and sauce base consisting of carrots, onions, and celery.
Bell Peppers: Named after the ‘bell’ shape they resemble, you may also see these called sweet peppers. They come in a variety of colors and lend a mild flavor and crisp texture to dishes.
Chili Powder: A warm spice mixture with varying heat levels, made from ground dried chili peppers, garlic, oregano, and cumin. It’s commonly used in boldly flavored dishes.
Diced Tomatoes: Peeled and chopped tomatoes preserved in liquid. A convenient way to add tomato to recipes. Some include seasonings.
Safe Handling Tips:
- Wash hands with soap and water before cooking and always after touching raw meat.
- Separate raw meat from other foods.
- Wash all cutting boards, utensils, and dishes after touching raw meat.
- Do not reuse marinades used on raw foods.
- Wash all produce prior to use.
- Cook steaks and roasts until temperature reaches 145°F for medium rare, as measured by a meat thermometer, allowing to rest for three minutes.
- Cook Ground Beef to 160°F as measured by a meat thermometer.
- Refrigerate leftovers promptly.
For more information on degree of doneness and other cooking tips.
For more information on safe food handling and beef safety.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What type of ground beef is best for this recipe?
Any lean ground beef can be used for this dish if lean beef is unavailable or not preferred. In this recipe, we recommend 90/10 lean ground beef as it provides a great beefy texture and rich flavor.
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Why doesn't this Texas chili recipe include beans?
Traditional Texas chili, or a “bowl of red,” is historically made without beans. The focus of this classic style is entirely on the rich, deep flavors of the beef and the blend of warm chili spices.
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Can I use fresh tomatoes instead of canned?
Yes, you can use fresh tomatoes if you prefer! Just peel and dice them up before adding them to the pot. Because fresh tomatoes have a lot of natural water, you may want to simmer your chili a bit longer to let the excess moisture evaporate and help the sauce thicken up.
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Delicious! We subbed the beer with water and it turned out just fine.
Excellent, quick, easy, and can add on other seasoning preferences.
Giving 5 stars, but I have not tried this recipe. What can I use instead of beer? Beef broth??
Hi Melissa, yes, beef broth can be used instead of beer. Let us know if you give it a try!
glad you are finally here with the definitive word for texas beef in all its glory - god bless texas and john wayne!
Excellent recipe for chili!! My son had a real good recipe for chili, but I think I like this one even better!! Can't wait to try this new chili recipe!! Thank you! Annette Mathieu
Made this tonight and was delicious. The only difference was i added a couple of tablespoons of cornstarch to thicken it up. Would definitely add another jalapeño next time.
Great easy chili recipe, we make a pot every week or two and it always turns out amazingly well. And, it gets better the longer it sits in the fridge, on day 3, it’s perfection!
Thanks for the tip! Glad you enjoyed it.
So easy to make on weekday nights and makes for the best leftovers.
This is one of my favorite chili recipes! I sometimes omit the jalapenos to make it a little more kid-friendly and it's still delicious!