Championship Spicy Beef Chili (Printable)

Hearty chili with tender beef, bold spices, and balanced heat, ideal for gatherings and game day.

# What You Need:

→ Meats

01 - 2 lbs beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
02 - 1/2 lb ground beef

→ Vegetables

03 - 1 large onion, diced
04 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
05 - 1 green bell pepper, diced
06 - 4 cloves garlic, minced
07 - 2 jalapeño peppers, seeded and finely chopped
08 - 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes
09 - 1 (15 oz) can diced tomatoes
10 - 1 (15 oz) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
11 - 1 (15 oz) can pinto beans, drained and rinsed

→ Spices & Seasonings

12 - 3 tbsp chili powder
13 - 1 tbsp smoked paprika
14 - 2 tsp ground cumin
15 - 1 tsp dried oregano
16 - 1 tsp ground coriander
17 - 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
18 - 1 tsp salt
19 - 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper

→ Liquids & Others

20 - 2 tbsp tomato paste
21 - 2 cups beef broth
22 - 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
23 - 2 tbsp vegetable oil

# How to Make It:

01 - Heat vegetable oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add beef cubes and ground beef; cook until browned on all sides. Transfer meat to a plate and set aside.
02 - Add onion, bell peppers, and jalapeños to the same pot. Sauté for 5 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
03 - Stir in tomato paste, chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, oregano, coriander, cayenne, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 2 minutes until fragrant.
04 - Return the browned beef to the pot. Add crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, beef broth, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir to combine, bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low. Cover and cook for 1.5 hours, stirring occasionally.
05 - Add kidney beans and pinto beans. Simmer uncovered for 30 minutes more, allowing the chili to thicken and flavors to meld. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed before serving.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The combination of chuck cubes and ground beef creates incredible texture and depth
  • It develops restaurant-quality flavor after just 2 hours of simmering
02 -
  • Letting the spices cook in the tomato paste for a full 2 minutes makes a noticeable difference in depth
  • The uncovered final simmer is essential for achieving that perfect thick consistency
03 -
  • Cast iron or enameled Dutch ovens maintain steady heat better than thin pots
  • Chopping vegetables uniformly ensures everything cooks at the same rate

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