Description
Slow Cooker Texas Chili is the ultimate comfort food that brings warmth and satisfaction to any gathering. This hearty dish features tender beef, smoky fire-roasted tomatoes, and a robust blend of spices that develop rich flavors as it cooks. Perfect for family dinners or game day celebrations, this easy-to-make chili requires minimal prep—just chop, combine, and let the slow cooker do the rest. Top it off with your favorite garnishes for a customizable meal everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 pounds beef chuck roast (cut into cubes)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion (diced)
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 cans (14.5 ounces each) fire-roasted diced tomatoes
- 1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
- 2 cups beef broth
- 3 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 2 tablespoons masa harina or cornmeal (for thickening)
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the beef chunks in batches until browned on all sides. Transfer to a slow cooker.
- Add onion, tomato paste, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, beef broth, and all spices to the slow cooker. Mix well.
- Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours. About 30 minutes before serving, stir in masa harina or cornmeal to thicken.
- Serve hot with your favorite toppings like cheese and sour cream.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg