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Slow Cooker Texas Style Chili

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This no-bean, slow-cooked chili is a Texas classic — rich, meaty, and full of smoky, spicy flavor. Chunks of beef simmer low and slow in a thick, chili-spiced sauce until perfectly tender. It’s the kind of stick-to-your-ribs comfort food that’s made for cool nights and big appetites.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ½ lbs beef chuck roast, cut into 1½-inch cubes

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

  • 1 medium onion, diced

  • 3 garlic cloves, minced

  • ¼ cup chili powder

  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin

  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika

  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano

  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, to taste)

  • 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes

  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste

  • 2 cups beef broth

  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Optional Toppings:

  • Chopped onions

  • Cheddar cheese

  • Jalapeño slices

  • Sour cream

  • Cornbread on the side

Instructions

  1. Brown the beef (optional but recommended):
    Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season beef with salt and pepper. Working in batches, sear beef cubes until browned on all sides (about 5–6 minutes per batch). Transfer to slow cooker.

  2. Sauté aromatics:
    In the same skillet, add onion and sauté until softened (3–4 minutes). Stir in garlic and cook for 1 more minute. Add to slow cooker.

  3. Mix in spices and liquids:
    Add chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, and cayenne to the slow cooker. Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and beef broth. Mix to combine.

  4. Slow cook:
    Cover and cook on Low for 6–7 hours or High for 4–5 hours, until beef is tender and flavors are well developed.

  5. Serve:
    Ladle into bowls and top with your favorites — cheese, onions, jalapeños, or a dollop of sour cream. Serve hot with cornbread or tortillas.

Notes

  • For a thicker chili, remove lid in the last 30 minutes to let it reduce.

  • Prefer it spicy? Add more cayenne or a chipotle pepper in adobo.

  • This chili is even better the next day — perfect for meal prep!

Find it online: https://ukfinda.com/slow-cooker-texas-style-chili/