{"id":"35036c1a-85b3-4e48-91c1-9f5d5415adc6","url":"https://recipestripper.com/recipes/35036c1a-85b3-4e48-91c1-9f5d5415adc6","source_url":"https://urbancowgirllife.com/texas-brisket-chili/","title":"Texas Brisket Chili Recipe","description":"This authentic Texas chili recipe has won over 150 blue ribbons & trophies at Chili Cookoffs throughout the country! This iconic brisket chili recipe was served at my Grandparent's cafes since the 1950s and now I want to share it with your family!","servings":6,"servings_text":"6","prep_time":"PT30M","cook_time":"PT240M","total_time":"PT270M","image_url":"https://urbancowgirllife.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/Texas-Brisket-Chili-3-2.jpg","ingredients":[{"text":"4 slices thick cut bacon","item":"thick cut bacon","quantity":4,"unit":"slice"},{"text":"3-4 lb. beef brisket flat (trimmed)","item":"beef brisket flat","quantity":3,"quantity_max":4,"unit":"lb","preparation":"trimmed"},{"text":"1/4 cup oil","item":"oil","quantity":0.25,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"Kosher salt","item":"Kosher salt"},{"text":"Black Pepper","item":"Black Pepper"},{"text":"Onion Powder","item":"Onion Powder"},{"text":"Garlic Powder","item":"Garlic Powder"},{"text":"2 c. white onion, diced ((one large onion))","item":"white onion","quantity":2,"unit":"cup","preparation":"diced ((one large onion))"},{"text":"5 garlic cloves (pressed through a garlic press)","item":"garlic cloves","quantity":5,"preparation":"pressed through a garlic press"},{"text":"1 T paprika","item":"T paprika","quantity":1},{"text":"1 T. cumin powder","item":"T. cumin powder","quantity":1},{"text":"3 ½ T Texas chili powder (such as Mexene or Gebhardt’s)","item":"T Texas chili powder","quantity":3.5,"preparation":"such as Mexene or Gebhardt’s"},{"text":"½ t. dried thyme","item":"t. dried thyme","quantity":0.5},{"text":"½ t. chipotle chile powder","item":"t. chipotle chile powder","quantity":0.5},{"text":"½ t. salt","item":"t. salt","quantity":0.5},{"text":"1 quart beef broth","item":"beef broth","quantity":1,"unit":"quart"},{"text":"½ c. strong black coffee (you can save this from your morning coffee)","item":"strong black coffee","quantity":0.5,"unit":"cup","preparation":"you can save this from your morning coffee"},{"text":"28 oz. can whole tomatoes (in juice)","item":"can whole tomatoes","quantity":28,"unit":"oz","preparation":"in juice"},{"text":"1 cup sharp cheddar cheese (grated)","item":"sharp cheddar cheese","quantity":1,"unit":"cup","preparation":"grated"},{"text":"1/4 cup finely diced white onion","item":"finely diced white onion","quantity":0.25,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"1 bag Fritos corn chips","item":"Fritos corn chips","quantity":1,"unit":"bag"},{"text":"1/4 cup pickled jalapenos","item":"pickled jalapenos","quantity":0.25,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"1 tbsp Tabasco, or favorite hot pepper sauces","item":"Tabasco, or favorite hot pepper sauces","quantity":1,"unit":"tbsp"}],"instructions":[{"number":1,"text":"For the 3-4 pound brisket flat, trim off any excess fat. If you bought a whole brisket in order to have a brisket flat, reserve the brisket point for another meal. (See my suggestions for excess brisket in the notes section.)Cube the brisket flat into 1/4-1/2 inch cubes. Season the cubes liberally with kosher salt, black pepper, onion powder, and garlic powder on all sides.","section":"Trimming and Seasoning The Brisket Flat"},{"number":2,"text":"In a large heavy-bottomed stockpot, cook 4 pieces of bacon until crispy. Remove from pan and set aside until later. We will use the bacon grease to sear the brisket cubes.","section":"Cooking The Bacon"},{"number":3,"text":"Increase the heat to medium-high. In the bacon fat, brown the seasoned brisket cubes in 3 batches making sure not to crowd the pan. You want to develop as much browning on the cubes as possible and browning in 3 batches will ensure that moisture coming from the meat won’t crowd the pan and prohibit the browning process.","section":"Browning the Brisket Cubes"},{"number":4,"text":"As needed during the searing process, continue seasoning with salt, pepper, and onion powder and garlic powder, to develop a nice crust on the cubes.","section":"Browning the Brisket Cubes"},{"number":5,"text":"Remove the previous batch to a bowl before starting on the next batch. You can add additional cooking oil if you need to. Cook all 3 batches and reserve.","section":"Browning the Brisket Cubes"},{"number":6,"text":"In the same pot you've been working in, add the diced white onion and stir in a pinch of salt. Cook down, scraping the bottom of the pan to release the brown bits and lightly brown the onion. Reduce the heat if necessary to cook the onion down and slightly caramelize it.","section":"Making The Chili Base"},{"number":7,"text":"Add in all of the spices. Cook 2 minutes.","section":"Making The Chili Base"},{"number":8,"text":"Add in the garlic (which should be pressed through a garlic press, but finely dicing is also fine) and stir. Cook 1 minute.","section":"Making The Chili Base"},{"number":9,"text":"Add the seared meat back into the pan. Add the coffee and 2 c. of the beef broth. Stir well.","section":"Making The Chili Base"},{"number":10,"text":"Open the canned tomatoes and pour them into a large bowl. Using your hands (gloves are handy here) break them up into whisps of tomato. Pour all the tomato chunks and juice into the chili pot. Stir in well.","section":"Making The Chili Base"},{"number":11,"text":"Crumble in the cooked bacon reserved from the first step. Place the lid back on the pot and cook over low-medium (simmer gently) for 2 ½ - 3 hours. Add the additional 2 c. beef broth as necessary. (This is the time to transfer to a slow cooker if you wish.)","section":"Making The Chili Base"},{"number":12,"text":"Serve bowls of chili topped with freshly shredded sharp cheddar cheese, freshly minced white onion, pickled jalapeno and Fritos corn chips. Finish off with tabasco pepper sauce if desired.","section":"Making The Chili Base"}],"date_published":"2026-10-30T13:55:27.579593+00:00","date_modified":"2026-10-30T13:55:27.579593+00:00"}