Beef and Sausage Chili Recipe

Name: Beef and Sausage Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 pound chorizo sausage removed from casing; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 1 1/2 pounds beef chuck boneless, cut into inch cubes, pat dry; 1 each green bell peppers medium size, chopped; 1 cup onions chopped; 1 clove garlic large size, minced; 1 cup chicken broth or beef broth; 1 cup tomatoes, canned chopped; 1 1/2 tablespoons chili powder; 1/2 teaspoon cumin ground; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1 tablespoon jalapeno pepper chopped, or chilies for hot chili lovers; 1 each chili beans 1 can, optional

Servings: persons

1/2 pound chorizo sausage removed from casing
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 1/2 pounds beef chuck boneless, cut into inch cubes, pat dry
1 each green bell peppers medium size, chopped
1 cup onions chopped
1 clove garlic large size, minced
1 cup chicken broth or beef broth
1 cup tomatoes, canned chopped
1 1/2 tablespoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon cumin ground
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon jalapeno pepper chopped, or chilies for hot chili lovers
1 each chili beans 1 can, optional

1
Any spicy sausage can be used, in place of the chorizo.
2
Cook chorizo in a large heavy saucepan, stir often.
3
After 10 minutes drain off the fat.
4
Remove from sausage.
5
In same pan, heat oil.
6
Add beef, a few pieces at a time.
7
Saute until well browned.
8
Remove.
9
Repeat until all meat is browned.
10
To the sauce pan add the onions, pepper and cook briefly until softened.
11
Stir in garlic.
12
Return chorizo and beef to the pot.
13
Add broth, tomatoes, chili powder, cumin, salt, crushed red pepper, jalapeno.
14
Bring to a simmer.
15
Cover.
16
Either cook on top of stove or in a oven 1 1/2 hours.
17
Add chili beans, if used.
18
Cook another 30 minutes uncovered.
19
Serve piping hot.

637

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 pound chorizo sausage removed from casing, 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, 1 1/2 pounds beef chuck boneless, cut into inch cubes, pat dry, 1 each green bell peppers medium size, chopped, and more.

Yes, Beef and Sausage Chili falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Beef and Sausage Chili

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Variations & substitutions

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