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The BEST Texas Roadhouse Chili Recipe (With or Without Beans)

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  • Author: Alice Barry
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Halal

Description

The BEST Texas Roadhouse Chili Recipe (With or Without Beans) is a hearty, flavorful copycat recipe that delivers bold spice, rich beefy texture, and complete versatility. Whether you include beans or go full Texas-style without, this chili is perfect for family dinners, meal prep, game day, or cold nights. Easy to make in one pot, slow cooker, or Instant Pot.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 small yellow or white onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1½ pounds ground beef
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 (15 oz) can crushed tomatoes
  • 1 (15 oz) can tomato sauce
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed (optional)
  • 1 (15 oz) can red kidney beans, drained and rinsed (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat a Dutch oven or large pot over medium heat and add olive oil. Sauté diced onion for 3–4 minutes until translucent.
  2. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute until fragrant.
  3. Add ground beef and cook until browned, about 5–6 minutes. Break it into crumbles as it cooks.
  4. Sprinkle in brown sugar, chili powder, onion powder, garlic powder, cumin, salt, black pepper, and cayenne. Stir for 30 seconds to toast the spices.
  5. Pour in beef broth, crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, and tomato paste. Stir well to combine.
  6. Add beans (if using) and stir to incorporate.
  7. Bring to a simmer, reduce heat to low, and cook uncovered for 25–30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  8. Serve hot with toppings like shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, red onions, or tortilla chips.

Notes

  • For thicker chili, simmer longer or add 1 tbsp of masa harina.
  • To make it spicier, increase cayenne or add diced jalapeños.
  • Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for 4–6 months.
  • This chili is even better the next day as the flavors meld overnight.
  • To make it no-bean, simply omit both types of beans — no other changes needed.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1.5 cups
  • Calories: 425
  • Sugar: 7g
  • Sodium: 850mg
  • Fat: 24g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13g
  • Trans Fat: 0.5g
  • Carbohydrates: 26g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

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