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A hot bowl of Texas style crockpot chili garnished with cheese and jalapeños.

Classic Texas Style Crockpot Chili

This classic Texas-style chili, made in a crockpot, features tender beef chuck roast simmered with tomatoes, spices, and a hint of heat for a hearty and flavorful meal. Perfect for a cozy night in or feeding a crowd.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 hours
Total Time 5 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8 people
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2-3 lbs beef chuck roast cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 3-4 garlic minced
  • 2 cans Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies 10-ounce, undrained
  • 1 can tomato sauce 15-ounce
  • 1 can tomato paste 6-ounce
  • 1 cup beef broth or more, if needed for desired consistency
  • 1/4 cup chili powder
  • 1 tbsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper adjust to your spice preference
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Skillet or Dutch Oven
  • Slow Cooker (Crockpot)

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Season the cubed beef chuck roast generously with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  3. Brown the beef in batches until nicely seared on all sides, then transfer to your slow cooker.
  4. In the same skillet, cook the chopped onion until softened, then stir in the minced garlic for one minute.
  5. Transfer the onion and garlic to the slow cooker with the beef.
  6. Add the Rotel tomatoes, tomato sauce, tomato paste, beef broth, and all spices to the slow cooker.
  7. Stir everything together until well combined.
  8. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the beef is very tender.
  9. Taste and adjust salt, pepper, or other spices as needed; add more beef broth or water if the chili is too thick.

Notes

For an extra kick, add a pinch of Chipotle powder or a diced jalapeño along with the Rotel tomatoes. Serve with your favorite toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, or fresh cilantro.