Looking for a hearty, steak chili recipe? This chipotle steak chili is an amazing dinner option that’s loaded with tender sirloin steak, beans, peppers and tomatoes. Great for warming up on a cold day!
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Do you love a hot bowl of hearty chili on a cold day? This steak chili recipe will quickly become your new favorite when you’re craving a warm soup.
Made with big chunks of sirloin steak, this chili also includes two different types of beans, chopped bell pepper, sweet onion and diced tomatoes. Perfect for enjoying when you want to warm your belly after a long, cold day.
What do I need to make steak chili?
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- Sirloin – sirloin is ideal for making steak chili. You could also use chuck roast for a more economical option. You can also buy pre-cut sirloin, which is a great time saver.
- Olive oil – you’ll need olive oil to sauté the peppers and onions.
- Chipotle peppers in adobo sauce – these come in a small 7 oz. can. I like the Goya brand, but any can of chipotle peppers in adobo sauce will do.
- Yellow onion – a medium yellow or sweet onion is great in chili.
- Green bell pepper – green bell pepper is an essential ingredient in almost any chili recipe.
- Red kidney beans – kidney beans are very traditional in most chili recipes. They offer great protein and fiber in this steak chili recipe.
- Great Northern beans – another good staple for any chili recipe, Great Northern beans offer a nice contrast as a white bean in this mostly red chili.
- Canned tomato sauce – tomato sauce is an essential ingredient in almost all chili recipes. I look for tomato sauce that has no added sugar.
- Canned diced tomatoes – a can of petite diced tomatoes is idea for this chili.
- Chili powder – chili powder an essential spice in just about any chili recipe.
- Cumin – traditionally used in Mexican cooking, cumin is a fantastic spice that adds a nice depth of flavor.
- Onion Powder – onion powder is a great addition to the flavor of the chili.
- Garlic Salt – you could also use traditional table salt, however, garlic salt add some additional flavor that is great in this chili recipe.
For exact ingredient amounts and full recipe instructions be sure to scroll down to the bottom of this post to the recipe card. Thanks!
How do I make chipotle steak chili?
To make this chipotle steak chili recipe, start by trimming off any excess fat from the sirloin. Cut into small, bite-sized pieces. Add the adobo sauce and diced chipotle peppers to the steak and stir to coat. Set the steak aside.
To a Dutch Oven or larger soup or stock pot, add the olive oil, diced bell pepper and onion. Sauté until the onions become translucent. Add in the steak and brown.
Once the steak has browned along side the peppers and onions, add in the beans, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, water and spices.
Heat the chili over medium heat until it comes to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer.
What is the best cut of meat for steak chili?
For this recipe go with traditional sirloin. You can also use tri-tip sirloin, brisket, short ribs or chuck roast.
What to serve with steak chili?
Many people enjoy serving chili with corn bread, cheese biscuits or cheesy breadsticks.
Here are some of our favorite dips and appetizers that could be served alongside this chili:
- Crock Pot Jalapeno Popper Dip
- Loaded Steak Nachos
- White Queso Dip
- Black Bean Corn Salsa
- Pineapple Mango Salsa
- Smokey Chipotle Dipping Sauce
- Cream Cheese Corn Dip
What toppings are good on chili?
Ideal toppings for chili include sour cream, chives, chopped cilantro, shredded cheese, fresh lime wedges, sliced or diced avocados and even tortilla chips.
Love a great chili recipe? Here are some of our other chili and hearty soup recipes:
Hearty Chipotle Steak Chili
This hearty Chipotle Steak Chili recipe is an amazing dinner option that's loaded with tender sirloin steak, beans, peppers and tomatoes. Perfect if you love a hot, delicious bowl of soup on a cold day!
Ingredients
- 2 Tbsp. olive oil
- 1 lb. Sirloin tips, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 3 Tbsp. adobo sauce
- 2-4 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, diced
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 (15 oz.) can, red kidney beans, rinsed
- 1 (15 oz.) can, great northern beans, rinsed
- 1 (15 oz.) can, tomato sauce
- 1 (15 oz.) can, diced tomatoes
- 1/2 c. water
- 1 1/2 tsp. chili powder
- 1 tsp. cumin
- 1/2 tsp. onion powder
- 1/2 tsp. garlic salt
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, add the sirloin tips, adobo sauce, and chipotle peppers. Stir to coat the steak. Set aside.
- Heat a Dutch oven or stock pot over medium-high heat. Add olive oil. Add the chopped onion and bell pepper and sauté for 3-5 minutes or until onions are translucent. Remove from pot.
- To the same pot, with the peppers and onions, add the coated steak, and sauté until mostly browned. Add the rinsed beans, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, water, chili powder, cumin, onion powder, and garlic salt. Stir to combine.
- Bring chili to low boil over medium heat. Reduce heat to medium low and simmer for 15-20 minutes. Ladle into bowls and top with your favorite toppings like sour cream, shredded cheese, or jalapeño peppers.
Notes
Slow Cooker Options: Follow same instructions. Cooking times are 3-4 hours on high, or 5-6 hours on low.
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Nutrition Information:
Yield: 6 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 338Total Fat: 17gSaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 442mgCarbohydrates: 21gFiber: 6gSugar: 4gProtein: 27g
Kirsty Hijacked By Twins says
Mmmm soups and stews are my favourite meals at this time of year and this one sounds so full of flavour! Popping over from #meltinyourmouthmonday
Melissa Ruddy says
This sounds like a perfect Superbowl party dish! Thanks for sharing.
Sandra L Garth says
I would eat his during a heat wave it looks so good!
Lauren says
Thanks for sharing this recipe at Motivation Monday on Mom Home Guude! It looks great!
Charlotte Burkholder says
This could probably be converted for instant pot cooking pretty easily too. Thanks for sharing at Family Joy Blog linkup.
Amanda @ The Kolb Corner says
This chili looks so good! Thank you for sharing at Merry Monday!
MEDINA GRILLO says
Seriously this dish looks heavenly!
Karly says
I love chili and this looks fabulous! Thanks for linkin’ up with What’s Cookin’ Wednesday!
Helen at the Lazy Gastronome says
Now that’s a chili my husband would love! Pinned! Thanks for sharing on the What’s for Dinner Sunday Link up!
Miz Helen says
What a great bowl of Chili, this looks delicious. Hope you are having a great day and thanks so much for sharing your awesome post with us at Full Plate Thursday.
Come Back Soon!
Miz Helen
Theresa @DearCreatives says
Looks so yummy. Thanks for sharing at the Inspiration Spotlight party. Pinned & Shared.
Create With Joy says
This looks SO delicious!
Thanks for sharing your recipe at Create With Joy!
CONGRATULATIONS – you are our Friend Of The Week at our Friendship Friday Blog Hop and Social Media Boost this week! 🙂
Marcia says
Hi Erin, stopping by via Create with Joy.
Nice to meet you.
This recipe sounds perfect just now. I think I’ll give it a try sometime.
<3
Kriska Marie says
Looks so good! I’m not into spicy dishes but I think your recipe will be a game changer. 😛
Thanks for sharing it over at Food Friday. Hope to see you again! 🙂
conjunctival pallor says
Overall, this Chipotle Steak Chili recipe has earned a permanent spot in my collection of go-to comfort food recipes. I highly recommend giving it a try – you won’t be disappointed!