Description
Texas Style Beef Chili Beans is a comforting dish that embodies the essence of Texan cuisine. This hearty chili combines tender ground beef with rich kidney beans, creating a satisfying meal perfect for family gatherings, game days, or cozy nights in. The blend of spices infuses the dish with robust flavors, ensuring each bite is a delightful experience. Easy to prepare and customizable to your spice preference, this chili recipe is sure to become a favorite in your home. Serve it hot with your choice of garnishes or sides for a meal that warms the heart.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, finely chopped
- 2 cans (15 ounces each) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 cup beef broth
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, add vegetable oil and brown the ground beef, breaking it apart until fully cooked.
- Add the chopped onion and bell pepper; sauté for about 5-7 minutes until softened. Stir in garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
- Stir in kidney beans, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, and all spices. Mix well.
- Pour in beef broth; bring to a boil then reduce heat to low. Let simmer uncovered for about 30 minutes.
- Adjust seasonings as needed before serving hot with optional garnishes like cilantro.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Texan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg