Description
Slow Cooker Texas Chili is the epitome of comfort food, ideal for gatherings, game day, or a cozy family dinner. With just a bit of prep work, you can set it and forget it while your slow cooker transforms simple ingredients into a rich and hearty meal that delights everyone. This dish features tender beef, smoky fire-roasted tomatoes, and an aromatic blend of spices that will have your taste buds singing. Perfectly customizable with toppings like cheese and jalapeños, this chili also makes for excellent meal prep—serving up to eight people for those busy weeknights or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 pounds beef chuck roast (1-inch cubes)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion (diced)
- 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
Instructions
- Sear beef in olive oil in a skillet until browned; transfer to slow cooker.
- In the slow cooker, combine onion, tomato paste, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, beef broth, spices, and Worcestershire sauce; mix well.
- Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- Add masa harina or cornmeal 30 minutes before serving to thicken the chili.
- Serve hot with desired toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Texan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 90mg