Main Course

Texas Chili

A bold, budget-friendly Texas Chili recipe made with ground beef, chipotles, and warm spices for rich, smoky flavor without the beans.

Recipe via budgetbytes.com

Instructions

1. 1

   Gather and prepare all ingredients.

2. 2

   Heat a large pot over medium heat. Once hot, add the ground beef and season with salt and pepper. Cook the beef for 5 minutes, breaking it up as it cooks.

3. 3

   Once browned, remove the ground beef using a slotted spoon, leaving the grease in the pot. Set it aside.

4. 4

   Next, add the onions, jalapeño, and garlic, and cook for 5 minutes until softened, stirring occasionally.

5. 5

   Add the tomato paste and cook for 4 minutes, stirring occasionally.

6. 6

   Sprinkle in the chili powder, paprika, cumin, oregano, cocoa, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Cook for 1 minute.

7. 7

   Add the beef and any drippings back to the pot. Add the chipotle peppers, diced tomatoes with juices, and beef broth. Bring to a simmer. Once the soup is at a simmer, continue cooking for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

8. 8

   Once the chili has thickened, garnish with your favorite toppings and enjoy.