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Texas no-bean chili in a bowl

Texas No-Bean Chili

Make hearty Texas no-bean chili with ground beef, tomatoes, warm spices, and a slow simmer for a rich, satisfying dinner.
Prep : 10 Total : 25 minutes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds ground beef
  • 1 large yellow onion, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 2 cups crushed tomatoes
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt

Instructions
 

Instructions

  • Brown the ground beef in a large pot over medium-high heat, breaking it into crumbles.
  • Add the onion and cook until softened, then stir in the garlic.
  • Add chili powder, tomato paste, cumin, paprika, and salt; cook briefly until fragrant.
  • Stir in crushed tomatoes and beef broth.
  • Bring to a simmer, partially cover, and cook for 35 to 45 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened.

Notes

Simmer uncovered briefly at the end if the chili needs to thicken.