Perfect Steak Chili
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
25 mins
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Cook Time
45 mins
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Total Time
1 hr 10 mins
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Servings
4 -6
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Perfect Steak Chili
Description
This Perfect Steak Chili recipe combines ground beef and diced sirloin steak cooked together to form a meaty base. Onions and bell peppers are softened with a blend of cumin, paprika, smoked paprika, chili powder, and cayenne pepper, bringing smoky warmth and subtle heat. Garlic and jalapenos add pungency and spice, complementing the tomato and green chile components.
The dish is simmered with canned diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, kidney beans, and beef-flavored bouillon dissolved in water, building a thick and satisfying chili. A bay leaf steeps during cooking, enriching the depth of flavor. The result is a thick, hearty chili with tender meat pieces and softened vegetables.
Perfect Steak Chili suits cold weather meals or any occasion needing a filling stew. It can be served with bread, rice, or toppings like sour cream and cheese for added richness.
Ingredients
- 1 lb. ground beef
- 1 lb. sirloin steak cubed
- 1 yellow onion diced, medium
- 1 tbsp. cumin
- 1 tbsp. paprika
- 1 tbsp. smoked paprika
- 4 tbsp. chili powder
- 1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper add more to make it spicier
- 1 bell pepper diced, large
- 3 garlic minced, cloves
- 1-2 jalapeno pepper minced
- 1 .5 oz. diced tomatoes with green chiles undrained, canned
- 1 oz. tomato sauce canned
- 2 cups water
- 1 1/2 tbsp Better Than Bouillon Roasted Beef flavor
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 Kidney Beans drained, can
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Add ground beef to a large pot, season with salt and pepper. Cook on med-high heat until browned, drain grease. Add steak seasoned with salt & pepper to the pot with ground beef, cook until browned. Add onion and dry seasonings (except for bay leaf). Cook for a minute or two until the onion has slightly softened, then add bell pepper, garlic, and jalapeno.
- When veggies have softened a little, add diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, water, and bay leaf. Bring to a boil, stir in the bouillon until dissolved, then reduce heat to a simmer. Taste for needed salt and add your desired amount. Add beans and simmer for 30-45 minutes. Enjoy!
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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