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Brisket chili garnished with onions, cilantro, and cheddar cheese in a bowl sitting on a wooden background.
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Smoked Texas Brisket Chili Recipe

Savor the rich, smoky flavors of Texas with this irresistible brisket chili recipe - a perfect blend of heat, texture, and BBQ goodness.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time1 hour 15 minutes
Course: BBQ
Cuisine: American
Servings: 12

Ingredients

  • 3 lbs Smoked Beef Brisket (flat) cubed 1/4"
  • 4 slices Thick cut bacon Cut into pieces
  • 4 cup Beef Broth
  • 1/2 cup Black Coffee
  • 28 oz Whole Tomatoes
  • 15 oz Black Beans optional
  • 2 cups White Onion diced
  • 5 cloves Garlic
  • 3 1/2 tbsp Chili Powder
  • 4 oz Roasted Hatch Chilies
  • 1 tbsp Cumin
  • 1 tbsp Paprika
  • 1/2 tsp Thyme
  • 1/2 tsp Chipotle Chili Powder
  • Salt and Pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Trim and cube the smoked brisket flat into small ¼” pieces.
  • In a large Dutch oven or stockpot, cook the bacon pieces until crispy. Remove the bacon and set aside. Discard all but 1-2 tablespoons of bacon fat.
    4 slices Thick cut bacon
  • In the same pot, add the diced onion with a pinch of salt. Cook until the onions are browned, scraping the bottom of the pan to release the brown bits.
    2 cups White Onion
  • Stir in the chili powder, cumin, paprika, thyme, chipotle chili powder. Cook for two minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for one more minute until fragrant.
    3 1/2 tbsp Chili Powder, 1 tbsp Cumin, 1 tbsp Paprika, 1/2 tsp Thyme, 1/2 tsp Chipotle Chili Powder, 5 cloves Garlic
  • Add the cubed smoked brisket back into the Dutch oven. Pour in the coffee and beef broth. Stir well.
    4 cup Beef Broth, 1/2 cup Black Coffee, 3 lbs Smoked Beef Brisket (flat)
  • Open the can of whole tomatoes and hand-crush them into the pot. Add the tomato juice. Stir in the roasted Hatch chiles.
    28 oz Whole Tomatoes, 4 oz Roasted Hatch Chilies
  • Crumble the cooked bacon and add it to the pot along with the black beans (if using). Place the lid on the pot and simmer over low-medium heat for one hour. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
    15 oz Black Beans, Salt and Pepper
  • Serve the chili topped with freshly shredded sharp cheddar cheese, minced white onion, and Frito chips. Optionally, add other toppings like cilantro or sour cream.

Notes

Leftover Brisket Chili
Allow it to cool, then refrigerate it for up to three to four days. The brisket chili will taste even more amazing the next day.
Freezing Brisket Chili
Allow to cool to room temperature, then store in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months.