Copycat Texas Roadhouse Chili
Make authentic Texas Roadhouse Chili at home with this copycat recipe featuring grass-fed beef, organic beans, and anti-inflammatory ingredients.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs grass-fed ground beef
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cans kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can diced tomatoes with green chiles
- 1 can tomato sauce
- 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 3 tbsp chili powder
- 2 tbsp ground cumin
- 1 tbsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp honey or maple syrup
Instructions
- 1
Heat the extra virgin olive oil in a large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
- 2
Add the diced onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened and translucent, stirring occasionally.
- 3
Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- 4
Increase heat to high and add the ground beef, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon as it cooks for 8-10 minutes until browned.
- 5
Drain excess fat if desired, then add the chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper, stirring constantly for 1-2 minutes to toast the spices.
- 6
Pour in the beef broth and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot with your spoon.
- 7
Add the diced tomatoes with green chiles, tomato sauce, kidney beans, black beans, and bay leaf, stirring well to combine.
- 8
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 45-60 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 9
Stir in the apple cider vinegar and honey, then taste and adjust seasonings with salt and black pepper as needed.
- 10
Continue simmering for another 15-20 minutes to allow flavors to fully develop and meld together.
- 11
Remove the bay leaf and serve hot in bowls, optionally topped with diced onions, cilantro, or a dollop of Greek yogurt.
Variations & Substitutions
| Ingredient | Substitute | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Ground beef | Grass-fed or bison ground meat | Grass-fed beef contains higher levels of omega-3 fatty acids and conjugated linoleic acid (CLA), both having anti-inflammatory properties |
| Regular canned beans | Low-sodium or home-cooked dried beans | Reduces sodium intake significantly while maintaining gut-healthy fiber and resistant starch content |
| Regular tomato sauce | Organic tomato sauce or San Marzano tomatoes | Organic varieties have fewer pesticide residues and higher lycopene content, a powerful anti-inflammatory antioxidant |
| Regular olive oil | Extra virgin olive oil with polyphenols | Extra virgin olive oil contains oleocanthal, a natural anti-inflammatory compound similar to ibuprofen |
| Honey | Raw unpasteurized honey or maple syrup | Raw honey contains enzymes and bee pollen that support gut health and have prebiotic properties |
| Beef broth | Homemade bone broth | Bone broth contains collagen and gelatin that support gut lining integrity and reduce intestinal inflammation |
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Nutrition Information
Per serving (serves 6)
| Calories | 355 |
| Total Fat | 11g |
| Saturated Fat | 3g |
| Cholesterol | 72mg |
| Sodium | 420mg |
| Carbohydrates | 27g |
| Fiber | 8g |
| Sugar | 4g |
| Protein | 40g |
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