Best Steak and Beef Chili Recipe
Nothing beats a warm, comforting bowl of steak and beef chili packed with bold flavors, tender chunks of beef, and a rich, smoky broth. Perfect for game nights, cozy dinners, or meal prep!
Equipment
- Large Pot
Ingredients
Chili Base
- 1 lb sirloin or chuck steak cut into bite-sized cubes
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20 blend)
- 1 medium onion diced
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 2 bell peppers (red & green) diced
- 1 can diced tomatoes 14 oz
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 can kidney beans (optional) drained and rinsed
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper adjust to taste
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Season steak cubes with salt and pepper, then sear for 2-3 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
- Add another tbsp of olive oil to the pot. Cook ground beef, breaking it apart until browned. Drain excess fat and set aside.
- Sauté onion, garlic, and bell peppers in the same pot until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in tomato paste, chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, oregano, and cayenne. Cook for 2 minutes.
- Return steak and ground beef to the pot. Add diced tomatoes, beef broth, and brown sugar. Stir well.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for at least 1 hour, stirring occasionally. Adjust seasoning as needed.
Notes
For a smoky kick, add chipotle peppers in adobo sauce. Serve with cornbread, rice, or tortilla chips.