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Cowboy Chili Recipe

Published: August 14, 2025 Prep Time: About 20 minutes Cook Time: About 2 hours Total Time: About 2 hours 20 minutes Serves: 8 Difficulty: Easy Category: Soup Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds ground beef
  • 1 pound ground pork
  • 2 large onions, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cans (15 oz each) kidney beans, drained
  • 2 cans (15 oz each) diced tomatoes
  • 1 can (6 oz) tomato paste
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1/4 cup chili powder
  • 2 tablespoons cumin
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 1 tablespoon oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce

Instructions

  1. In a large Dutch oven, brown ground beef and pork over medium-high heat
  2. Add onions and garlic, cook until softened
  3. Add kidney beans, tomatoes, tomato paste, and beef broth
  4. Stir in all seasonings and brown sugar
  5. Add Worcestershire sauce and mix well
  6. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low
  7. Simmer for 1 1/2 to 2 hours, stirring occasionally
  8. Taste and adjust seasonings if needed
  9. Serve hot with shredded cheese, sour cream, and green onions
  10. Enjoy with cornbread or crackers

Special Notes

This hearty cowboy chili is perfect for cold weather and feeding a crowd. The combination of beef and pork creates a rich, meaty flavor. The long simmering time allows all the flavors to meld together beautifully. You can customize the heat level by adjusting the cayenne pepper. This chili freezes well and makes great leftovers. Serve with your favorite toppings for a complete meal.