Three Step Texas Chili
Warm up your kitchen with the bold, robust flavors of Three Step Texas Chili, a hearty one-pot wonder perfect for weeknights or game days. Featuring tender chunks of seared beef chuck simmered in a rich, spice-forward broth made with chili powder, smoked paprika, and a touch of cayenne pepper, this recipe delivers big Texas flavor in just three simple steps. Slow cooking allows the beef to become melt-in-your-mouth tender while the spices intensify, creating a deeply satisfying chili that's both comforting and boldly seasoned. With minimal prep time and customizable toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, and green onions, this chili is as easy to prepare as it is to devour. Ideal for feeding a crowd or meal prepping, it’s sure to be your new go-to for hearty, no-bean Texas-style chili!
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Ingredients
- 2 lbs beef chuck, cubed
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 large yellow onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 cups beef broth
- 1 14 oz can crushed tomatoes
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 3 tbsp chili powder
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 0.5 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 1 piece bay leaf
- 0 optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped green onions
Directions
Step 1
Heat the vegetable oil in a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Add the cubed beef chuck in batches, searing each piece until browned on all sides. Remove the beef from the pot and set aside.
Step 2
In the same pot, reduce the heat to medium and sauté the diced onion until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute. Stir in the chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, cayenne pepper, and tomato paste. Cook for 1-2 minutes to toast the spices.
Step 3
Return the seared beef to the pot. Pour in the beef broth and crushed tomatoes, then add the bay leaf, salt, and black pepper. Stir well and bring the mixture to a simmer. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it cook for 1.5 to 2 hours, stirring occasionally, until the beef is tender and the flavors have melded together. Remove the bay leaf before serving. Top with shredded cheese, sour cream, or chopped green onions if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 2318.5 grams (2318.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2963 |
| Total Fat 221.00g | 283% |
| Saturated Fat 83.40g | 417% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 16.90g | |
| Cholesterol 756mg | 252% |
| Sodium 6238mg | 271% |
| Total Carbohydrate 67.30g | 24% |
| Dietary Fiber 20.50g | 73% |
| Total Sugars 22.60g | |
| Protein 196.20g | 392% |
| Vitamin D 6IU | 30% |
| Calcium 536mg | 41% |
| Iron 37mg | 203% |
| Potassium 4471mg | 95% |
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