Hearty Texas Style Crockpot Chili
This hearty Texas-style crockpot chili is packed with flavor, featuring tender beef, a rich tomato base, and a blend of aromatic spices. Perfect for a comforting meal, it cooks slowly to develop deep, robust flavors.
Equipment
- Large skillet or Dutch oven
- Slow cooker
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 lbs beef chuck
- 1 large onion
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
- 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes
- 1 (8-ounce) can tomato sauce
- 1 cup beef broth
Spices
- 1/4 cup chili powder
- 2 tablespoons ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Other
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
Preparation
- Brown the beef in olive oil in a skillet, then transfer it to your slow cooker.
- Sauté the chopped onion until softened, then add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Add the sautéed onion and garlic to the slow cooker with the beef.
Cooking
- Pour in the crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes with their liquid, tomato sauce, and beef broth.
- Stir in all the spices: chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, dried oregano, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper, mixing everything thoroughly.
- Cook on LOW for 6-8 hours or on HIGH for 3-4 hours, until the beef is tender and the chili has thickened.
Serving
- Taste and adjust seasonings before serving.
Notes
For a spicier kick, increase the amount of cayenne pepper. This chili freezes well for future meals.