Slippery Sam’s Cowboy Chili is a robust, American-style stew that delivers deep, savory flavors in every spoonful. This recipe combines lean ground beef with a rich blend of chili powder, cumin, and cayenne, creating a spicy yet balanced heat. The addition of crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and chicken stock builds a thick, velvety sauce that coats tender beef and hearty kidney beans. Perfect for chilly evenings or feeding a crowd, this chili improves with time as the flavors meld together. Serve it hot with fresh toppings for a satisfying, home-style dinner that feels both rustic and refined.
Slippery Sam’S Cowboy Chili
Description
Slippery Sam's Cowboy Chili is a robust, American-style stew that delivers deep, savory flavors in every spoonful. This recipe combines lean ground beef with a rich blend of chili powder, cumin, and cayenne, creating a spicy yet balanced heat. The addition of crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and chicken stock builds a thick, velvety sauce that coats tender beef and hearty kidney beans. Perfect for chilly evenings or feeding a crowd, this chili improves with time as the flavors meld together. Serve it hot with fresh toppings for a satisfying, home-style dinner that feels both rustic and refined.Ingredients
Directions
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In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the lean hamburger meat until fully cooked. Drain excess grease and set aside.
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In a large stockpot, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
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Add the diced onions, jalapeno peppers, and minced garlic. Saut until the onions are translucent and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
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Add the browned hamburger meat, crushed tomatoes, and tomato paste to the stockpot. Stir well to combine.
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Pour in the chicken stock and stir in the chili powder, cumin, powdered red pepper, sage, and cayenne pepper.
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Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 30-35 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chili thickens.
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Stir in the rinsed kidney beans and green chilis.
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Return the pot to a boil over medium-high heat, then immediately remove from heat.
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Stir in the cider vinegar. Let the chili stand covered for 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
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Serve hot.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 550.9kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 16.1g25%
- Saturated Fat 4.6g23%
- Cholesterol 163.4mg55%
- Sodium 4449.3mg186%
- Total Carbohydrate 9.3g4%
- Dietary Fiber 1.0g4%
- Sugars 6.3g
- Protein 85.8g172%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
For extra heat, add hot sauce or crushed dried hot peppers after adding the beans. Adjust to your preferred spice level.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. The chili tastes even better the next day as the flavors deepen.
This chili freezes well. Cool completely before freezing in portion-sized containers for up to 3 months.
Feel free to add other beans like black beans or pinto beans for a heartier texture.
Top with shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, chopped fresh cilantro, or diced avocado for a complete meal.
