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Thomas Baker

Texas No Beans Chili Recipe: Irresistible Taste Adventure

Experience the bold and hearty flavors of this Texas No Beans Chili, an Authentic Texas Chili full of rich spices and savory ground beef. This No Bean Chili Recipe delivers a sizzling Southwest taste that is perfect for anyone craving a meaty, thick chili without the beans. Easy to prepare and packed with flavor, it’s a delightful family-friendly dish for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 251
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 pounds ground beef, (you can also use ground turkey)
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 yellow onion, finely diced
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
  • 1 can (28 ounces) diced fire roasted tomatoes, undrained
  • 2 cups low sodium beef broth, (you can also use 1 cup beer + 1 cup beef broth)
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Shredded cheddar cheese
  • Seeded and thinly sliced jalapenos
  • Sour cream
  • Chopped cilantro

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  2. Add ground beef, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned, breaking it up with a wooden spoon.
  3. Stir in diced yellow onion, green bell pepper, and minced garlic; cook for 4 minutes until vegetables soften.
  4. Mix in chili powder, ground cumin, dried oregano, smoked paprika, and tomato paste; cook and stir for 3 minutes.
  5. Add diced fire roasted tomatoes with their juice and beef broth; scrape up any browned bits from the pot bottom.
  6. Add bay leaf and bring chili to a steady simmer; reduce heat and simmer for 25 to 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  7. (Optional) For deeper flavor, simmer for an additional 3 to 4 hours, adding liquid as needed.
  8. Remove bay leaf; taste and adjust salt and pepper.
  9. Serve hot in bowls and garnish with shredded cheddar cheese, sliced jalapenos, sour cream, and chopped cilantro.

Notes

  • For a lighter version, substitute ground turkey for beef. You can also add 1 cup beer plus 1 cup beef broth instead of 2 cups beef broth for extra depth. If simmering longer, add water or broth 1 cup at a time to maintain desired consistency. Garnish creatively to suit your taste.