Easy Texas Chili

Name: Easy Texas Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: Southern Recipes, Tex-Mex, American
Ingredients: 1 whole Bell Pepper; 1 tsp Black Pepper; 0.5 cup Chili Powder; 1 whole Diced Onion; 56 oz Diced Tomatoes; 0.25 tsp Garlic Powder; 2 lb Ground Beef; 3 whole Jalapeño Pepper; 45 oz Pinto Beans; 1 tsp Red Pepper Flakes; 0.5 tsp Salt; 32 oz Tomato Sauce

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Easy Texas Chili serves up a rich, beef-forward bowl layered with smoky chili powder, warm jalapeño heat, and the hearty comfort of tomatoes and pinto beans. It’s robust and satisfying right off the stove, and the flavors deepen even more by the next day—perfect for game night, potlucks, or a cozy family dinner.

Prep15 mins
Cook45 mins
Serves8
DifficultyEasy

1

Cook and stir the beef, onion, and bell pepper in a large pot over medium heat until the beef is browned and the onion and bell pepper are tender, about 10 minutes.
2

Drain and discard the grease.
3

Stir in the beans, tomatoes, tomato sauce, chili powder, jalapeños, red pepper flakes, black pepper, salt, and garlic powder.
4

Bring to a gentle boil, then cover and reduce the heat.
5

Simmer the chili, stirring occasionally so it does not stick, for at least 30 minutes or up to several hours; the longer it simmers, the more flavorful it will be.