Description
Experience the ultimate comfort food with this Slow Cooker Texas Chili, a heartwarming dish that brings together tender beef, smoky fire-roasted tomatoes, and a blend of spices for a rich flavor profile. Ideal for gatherings, game days, or cozy family dinners, this recipe requires minimal prep time while the slow cooker does the heavy lifting. Enjoy a fulfilling meal that gets even better with leftovers—perfect for busy weeknights! Top it off with your favorite garnishes like shredded cheese or fresh cilantro to elevate every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 pounds beef chuck roast (cubed)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion (diced)
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 cans (14.5 oz each) fire-roasted diced tomatoes
- 1 can (8 oz) 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 (for thickening)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear beef cubes until browned on all sides; transfer to slow cooker.
- In the slow cooker, combine onion, tomato paste, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and beef broth. Add spices and mix well.
- Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours. Stir in masa harina or cornmeal 30 minutes before serving to thicken.
- Serve hot with your choice of toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 hours (low) or 4 hours (high)
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Texan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg