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Texas Style Beef Chili Recipe That Melts in Your Mouth

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 650
Enjoy a hearty, flavorful Texas-style beef chili that's tender and packed with smoky spices, perfect for a comforting meal.

Ingredients

Meat

  • 2 lb beef chuck roast, cut into 1 inch cubes
  • Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper
  • 2 tbsp avocado oil
  • 1 white onion diced white onion
  • 2 diced bell peppers
  • 1 diced poblano pepper
  • 1 minced jalapeno
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cans chopped tomatoes
  • 1 can kidney beans, drained
  • 1 can hatch chilis
  • 4 cups chicken stock or beef stock
  • 1 tbsp fish sauce
  • 3 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tbsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp chipotle powder
  • 2 tsp oregano
  • 1 tbsp cumin
  • 1 bay leaf bay leaf
  • 1 lime juiced
  • ¼ cup cilantro, chopped for garnish

Optional toppings

  • chopped red onion, avocado, cilantro, cheese, sour cream Optional toppings

Instructions 

  • Season beef with salt and pepper, then sear in hot oil until golden. Remove and set aside.
  • Sauté onions, peppers, and garlic until translucent. Add tomatoes, beans, chilis, stock, and spices; return beef to the pot.
  • Simmer covered for 2 hours until beef is tender. Remove bay leaf, stir in lime juice and cilantro, then serve with toppings.

Notes

For extra flavor, let the chili rest for 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Calories: 650kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Texan
Keyword: Beef