CHUCK ROAST CHILI

5 from 10 votes

A hearty beef and bean chili that cooks low and slow is your answer to cold evenings. Make a big batch and keep some frozen for a super speedy weeknight meal!

Prep Time15

Cook Time3 15

Total Time2 30

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Barbeque, Chili, Chili recipes, Chuck Roast Recipes, Soups

Servings:

Author: Olivia Adriance

Ingredients

2 ½ - 3 pounds boneless beef chuck roast, cut into bite-sized cubes
Salt and pepper, to generously season
Avocado oil, to sear
1 large onion, diced
1 large red bell pepper, diced
5 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon paprika
(1) 14.5-ounce can fire-roasted diced tomatoes
(1) 14.5-ounce can crushed tomatoes
2 chipotle peppers in adobo
1 ½ cups beef broth
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 tablespoon coconut sugar
1 tablespoon molasses (optional)
(1) 15-ounce can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
(1) 15-ounce can pinto beans, rinsed and drained

For Serving (optional):

Chopped fresh cilantro
Sliced green onions
Crushed tortilla chips
Shredded cheese (if not dairy-free)

Instructions

Season the chuck roast with salt and pepper.
Heat the avocado oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high.
Sear the meat in batches. Remove the meat from the pot and set aside.
Add more oil to the pan and cook the onions until translucent, about 4 to 5 minutes. Add the garlic, bell pepper, chili powder, cumin, and paprika, and cook for another 1 to 2 minutes.
Add the remaining ingredients (diced tomatoes, crushed tomatoes, chipotle peppers, beef broth, tomato paste, coconut sugar, molasses), except for the beans, and bring to a slow boil.
Return the seared meat to the pot, reduce to a simmer, and cover. After two hours, add the kidney beans and pinto beans. Continue to simmer for another hour without the lid.
Serve and ENJOY!

Notes

I haven’t tried making this in a Slow Cooker or Instant Pot, but I’m sure it would work. For either of these cooking options, you’ll still need to sear the meat before adding it. This helps get the meat tender and creates a nice crust on the outside of the meat.

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