Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Slow Cooker Texas Chili, featuring tender beef and a symphony of spices that create a rich and satisfying meal. Perfect for game days, family gatherings, or cozy nights at home, this dish requires minimal prep time and lets the slow cooker do all the heavy lifting. Imagine coming home to a warm, hearty chili, bubbling with flavor from fire-roasted tomatoes and an expertly crafted spice blend. You can easily customize it with your favorite beans or veggies, making it a versatile choice for any palate. Whether you enjoy it topped with shredded cheese or paired with cornbread, this Texas chili is sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 pounds beef chuck roast
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 (14.5 ounce) cans fire-roasted diced tomatoes
- 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
- 2 cups beef broth
- 3 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons masa harina or cornmeal (for thickening)
Instructions
- Sear the beef: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add cubed beef in batches and brown on all sides. Transfer to a slow cooker.
- Combine ingredients: Add diced onion, fire-roasted tomatoes, tomato sauce, beef broth, chili powder, brown sugar, and masa harina to the slow cooker. Mix well.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours. Stir in masa harina about 30 minutes before serving to thicken.
- Serve: Enjoy your rich Slow Cooker Texas Chili with toppings like cheese or sour cream.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg