Description
Slow Cooker Texas Chili is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for cozy nights at home or lively gatherings. With just 20 minutes of prep time, this hearty chili simmers to perfection in your slow cooker, blending tender beef with smoky fire-roasted tomatoes and a robust mix of spices. Whether you enjoy it straightforward or topped with cheese and jalapeños, this chili promises to satisfy every palate. Ideal for meal prep, it tastes even better the next day, making it a must-try for busy weeknights or game day parties.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 pounds beef chuck roast (cut into 1-inch cubes)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion (diced)
- 2 (14.5 ounce) cans fire-roasted diced tomatoes
- 2 cups beef broth
- 3 tablespoons chili powder
- 2 tablespoons masa harina (for thickening)
Instructions
- Sear the beef: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add beef cubes in batches, browning on all sides. Transfer to the slow cooker.
- Combine ingredients: In the same skillet, sauté diced onion until softened. Add tomato paste, diced tomatoes, beef broth, and spices; mix well and pour over the beef in the slow cooker.
- Slow cook: Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours. Stir in masa harina about 30 minutes before serving to thicken.
- Serve: Top with shredded cheese and sour cream if desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Texan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg