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Smoked Over The Top No-Bean Chili Recipe

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  • Author: clara
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 3.5 hours
  • Total Time: 3 hours 50 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Smoking, Simmering
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Halal

Description

Smoked Over The Top No-Bean Chili is a hearty, smoky version of classic chili where seasoned ground beef is smoked whole above the chili base, then crumbled in for maximum flavor and texture without any beans.

Ingredients

Units Scale
  • 2 pounds ground beef (80/20 blend preferred)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
  • 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chilies
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup beef broth

Instructions

  1. Preheat smoker to 250°F (121°C) using hickory or mesquite pellets.
  2. In a grill-safe Dutch oven or large pan, sauté onion and bell pepper in olive oil over medium heat until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic, crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes with green chilies, tomato paste, beef broth, and half of the chili powder, paprika, cumin, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Form the ground beef into a large ball or loaf. Season the outside with the remaining spices.
  4. Place the Dutch oven with the chili base uncovered on the smoker. Position a wire rack over the pot and set the seasoned beef ball on top of the rack.
  5. Smoke for about 2.5 to 3 hours, or until the beef reaches an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C).
  6. Remove the beef, crumble it into chunks, and stir it into the chili base.
  7. Continue to simmer on the smoker for another 30 minutes to blend flavors.
  8. Serve hot with shredded cheese, sour cream, and green onions if desired.

Notes

  • Use 80/20 ground beef for the best flavor and juiciness.
  • Adjust spice levels by adding cayenne pepper or hot sauce to taste.
  • Great for serving at game days, cookouts, or potlucks.
  • Leftovers freeze well for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 720mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg

Find it online: https://recipe.ukfinda.com/smoked-over-the-top-no-bean-chili-recipe/