Cowboy Chili Recipe
This Cowboy Chili recipe delivers authentic Western flavor with beef, dried chili peppers, and a blend of spices. Perfect for a hearty, smoky meal that brings the taste of the Old West to your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2-3 hours
- Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes - 3 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 large onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4-6 dried chili peppers (ancho, guajillo, or pasilla), stemmed and seeded
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 can (15 ounces) crushed tomatoes (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add beef chuck cubes and brown on all sides. Remove beef and set aside.
- In the same pot, add diced onion and cook until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Add dried chili peppers and cook for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, and cayenne pepper (if using). Cook for another minute.
- Return the beef to the pot, pour in beef broth, and add crushed tomatoes if desired. Stir well.
- Bring to a simmer, reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 2-3 hours until beef is tender. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot with your favorite toppings.
Notes
- Adjust the heat level by varying the type and amount of chili peppers.
- Tomatoes are optional for a more traditional chili flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 1/6 of total recipe)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
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