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Smoked Brisket Chili

Smoky, tender brisket simmered with beans and spices for a deeply flavored chili. Ready in under an hour using quality smoked meat.

Total time
50 min
Servings
6
Calories
385
Protein
38g
Smoked Brisket Chili
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Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs smoked beef brisket, diced into 1/2-inch pieces
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 2 cans (15 oz each) canned kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (28 oz) canned diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 2 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tbsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 to taste salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium. Add diced onion, cook until softened and translucent, ~5 minutes.

  2. 2

    Add chili powder, smoked paprika, and cumin. Stir until fragrant, ~30 seconds.

  3. 3

    Add diced brisket, canned tomatoes with juice, drained beans, and beef broth.

  4. 4

    Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  5. 5

    Taste and adjust salt and pepper. If chili is too thin, simmer uncovered 5–10 minutes longer.

  6. 6

    Ladle into bowls and serve hot. Toppings optional: shredded cheddar, sour cream, or fresh cilantro.

Tools you’ll need

  • large pot with lid
  • wooden spoon
  • ladle

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