Best Texas Style Chili Recipe (No Beans)

Best Texas Style Chili Recipe (No Beans)

8 servings
This Texas Chili Recipe is a hearty chili with bold rich flavors without any beans! It's full of ground beef, onions, jalapeños, garlic, diced tomatoes, and infused with Mexican spices. Truly a meat Lovers dream!

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large yellow onion

    chopped

  • 3 jalapeños

    chopped

  • 5 garlic cloves

    minced

  • 2.5 pounds of ground beef
  • 11/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon oregano
  • 3 tablespoons ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 3 ounces tomato paste
  • 28 ounces diced tomatoes
  • 2 cups beef stock

    more for a thinner consistency

Directions

  1. 1

    Add the olive oil, onions, and jalapeños to a large Dutch oven (or soup pot) on medium heat and cook and stir regularly until the onions are translucent about 6-8 minutes.

  2. 2

    Then add the garlic, and cook for 1 minute

  3. 3

    Now add in the ground beef, salt, and pepper. Break apart the beef but leave some bigger chunks. Cook for 8 minutes or until beef is no longer pink. (If there is an excess of grease in the pot, you can drain some off at this point.)

  4. 4

    Add in the spices: chili powder, cumin, oregano, and coriander, and stir well, cook for about 1 minute.

  5. 5

    Mix in the tomato paste, diced tomatoes, and beef broth and bring to a simmer, reduce the heat to medium-low. Cook for 30 minutes (or up to 1 hour), stirring occasionally.

  6. 6

    The chili is done when the beef broth is reduced and it takes on a thick chili consistency.

  7. 7

    Enjoy with your favorite toppings: cheese, sour cream, diced red onion, chopped green onion, jarred diced jalapenos, fresh diced jalapenos, diced tomatoes, salsa, or salsa verde.

Best Texas Style Chili Recipe (No Beans)

Best Texas Style Chili Recipe (No Beans)

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About this Recipe

Craving a truly satisfying, deeply flavorful chili that's packed with meat and skips the beans? This Best Texas Style Chili Recipe is your answer, delivering an authentic, hearty experience perfect for any chili enthusiast.

What sets this Texas chili apart is its commitment to bold, rich flavors, achieved through a generous two and a half pounds of ground beef combined with an aromatic base of onions, jalapeños, and plenty of garlic. A symphony of Mexican spices—chili powder, oregano, cumin, and coriander—infuses every bite, creating a meat lover's dream that’s anything but subtle.

Prepare for a robust and deeply savory experience. This chili boasts a thick, hearty texture, brimming with tender ground beef and softened vegetables, all enveloped in a rich, spiced tomato base. You’ll taste the warmth of chili powder, the earthy notes of cumin and coriander, and a pleasant, adjustable kick from the jalapeños, making each spoonful a comforting embrace. It's truly a meat lover's dream, emphasizing hearty substance over fillers, focusing on a pure, rich chili flavor.

While this recipe shines as is, you can easily tailor it to your preferences. For a milder chili, reduce the number of jalapeños, or remove the seeds and membranes for less heat. If you prefer a thinner consistency, simply add more beef stock towards the end of cooking until it reaches your desired texture.

This Best Texas Style Chili is perfect for cozy nights in, game day gatherings, or as a substantial meal during colder months. Serve it warm in a bowl, perhaps with your favorite toppings like shredded cheese or a dollop of sour cream for an extra layer of richness.

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