Bowl of chili topped with shredded cheese and cilantro on a wooden board with yellow tortilla chips nearby.

Smoked Texas Sweet Chili

Bowl of chili topped with shredded cheese and cilantro on a wooden board with yellow tortilla chips nearby.
“The Lord directs our steps. ” – Proverbs 16:9

A bold blend of ground beef and pork simmered with crushed tomatoes, smoky paprika, chili powder, and a touch of honey and brown sugar. The competition-style chili with deep, sweet-smoky flavor.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 lb ground pork
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 Tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 can crushed tomatoes (15 oz)
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 3 Tbsp chili powder
  • 1½ tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 3 Tbsp brown sugar
  • 2 Tbsp honey
  • 1 Tbsp Worcestershire
  • Salt & pepper to taste

Instructions

Brown meat in skillet then transfer to smoker-safe pot. Add remaining ingredients and stir.

Smoke at 250° for 2 hours, stirring occasionally. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Nutrition Calories: 440 | Fat: 25g | Carbs: 26g | Sugar: 11g | Protein: 29g