Slow Cooker Texas-Style Chili with Smoked Beef Brisket

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-22 · Updated 2026-06-22

A hearty, slow-cooked chili infused with smoked beef brisket and bold Texas spices, perfect for a comforting meal. This American-inspired slow-cooker recipe, ready in about 375 minutes, pairs smoked beef brisket, yellow onion, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1.5 pounds, cut into 1-inch cubes smoked beef brisket
• 1 large, diced yellow onion
• 4, minced garlic cloves
• 14 ounces canned diced tomatoes
• 15 ounces, drained and rinsed kidney beans
• 2 cups beef broth
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 tablespoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 small, seeded and diced jalapeño

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 large diced yellow onion and 4 minced garlic cloves, sautéing for 4-5 minutes until translucent and fragrant.
2. Step 2: Transfer the sautéed onion and garlic to a slow cooker along with 1.5 pounds of smoked beef brisket cut into 1-inch cubes, 14 ounces canned diced tomatoes, 15 ounces drained kidney beans, and 1 diced small jalapeño.
3. Step 3: Add 2 cups beef broth, 2 tablespoons chili powder, 1 tablespoon ground cumin, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper to the slow cooker. Stir well to combine.
4. Step 4: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours, until the brisket is tender and flavors meld together.
5. Step 5: Before serving, taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or chili powder if desired. Serve hot with cornbread or tortilla chips.