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Irresistible Chili Colorado

Irresistible Chili Colorado: A Comforting One-Pot Wonder

Irresistible Chili Colorado is a comforting, customizable one-pot dish filled with rich flavors and tender meat, sure to satisfy any craving.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Beef
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 4 pieces Ancho Chili Peppers Adds a rich depth and slight sweetness
  • 4 pieces Guajillo Peppers Contributes mild heat and fruity taste
  • 4 pieces Pasilla Peppers Provides a dark, smoky essence
  • 2 pieces Chiles de Arbol Imparts spicy heat, adjust to preference
  • 2 teaspoons Mexican Oregano Adds herbaceous notes
  • 2 teaspoons Cumin Offers warmth and earthy undertones
  • to taste Salt Elevates flavors
  • to taste Pepper Elevates flavors, adjust to taste
For the Meat
  • 2 pounds Beef Chuck Roast Promises a melt-in-your-mouth texture
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Used for browning meat
For the Base
  • 1/4 cup Flour Helps in browning and thickening the sauce
  • 1 large Onion Adds sweetness and body to the base
  • 4 cloves Garlic Infuses aromatic depth
Optional Heat
  • 1 piece Jalapeno Peppers Adds an extra kick, adjust or omit
For Moisture & Flavor
  • 2 cups Beef Stock Keeps the dish moist and enhances flavors

Equipment

  • Dutch oven
  • blender
  • Fine mesh strainer
  • skillet
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Toast Peppers: Heat a dry skillet over medium heat. Toss in the ancho, guajillo, pasilla, and chiles de arbol, allowing them to blister for about 1 minute per side.
  2. Rehydrate Peppers: Place the toasted chilies in a medium bowl and cover with hot water. Soak for about 20 minutes until softened.
  3. Blend Sauce: Drain the peppers and transfer to a blender. Add oregano, cumin, salt, pepper, and one cup of soaking water. Blend until smooth.
  4. Strain Sauce: Pour the blended sauce through a fine mesh strainer into a bowl, using a spatula to push it through.
  5. Brown Meat: In a Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Season beef chuck roast with salt and pepper, and brown it on all sides for about 5 minutes.
  6. Sauté Aromatics: Remove browned meat and set aside. In the same pot, add chopped onions and jalapeños, sauté for 5 minutes. Stir in minced garlic for 1 minute.
  7. Combine Ingredients: Return beef to the pot, pour in chili sauce and beef stock. Stir to combine and bring to a gentle boil.
  8. Simmer: Reduce heat to low and cover, allowing to simmer for about 30 to 45 minutes. For deeper flavors, simmer for up to 2 hours.
  9. Thicken Sauce: For a thicker sauce, remove the lid and let simmer uncovered for the last 10-15 minutes.
  10. Serve: Ladle chili into bowls and garnish with cheese, cilantro, or lime wedges. Serve hot alongside tortillas, rice, or cornbread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 6gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 15mg

Notes

For meal prep, consider preparing the chili a day in advance. The flavors meld beautifully overnight.

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