How to Make Texas-Style Chili & Rice - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's nothing quite like a hearty bowl of Texas-style chili to warm you up on a chilly evening. This classic dish is a staple in the Lone Star State, known for its rich, smoky flavor and spicy kick. The combination of tender chunks of meat, aromatic spices, and a savory tomato base make it a satisfying and comforting meal that is perfect for feeding a hungry crowd or enjoying as leftovers throughout the week.

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Ingredients

  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 1 pound flank steak, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 3 large cloves garlic, finely chopped
  • 1 ½ teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 ½ cups water
  • 1 (15 ounce) can no-salt-added tomato sauce
  • 1 (5.5 ounce) package Knorr® Rice Sides™ - Beef flavor

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Season steak with salt and pepper if desired. Heat oil in large deep nonstick skillet over medium-high heat and cook steak and onions, stirring occasionally, until steak is browned and onions are tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in garlic, chili powder and ground cumin and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add water and tomato sauce and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
  • Stir in Knorr® Rice Sides™ - Beef flavor; reduce heat and simmer covered, stirring occasionally, until rice is tender, about 7 minutes. Serve, if desired, with sour cream and chopped red onion.
  • Nutrition

    411 cal.

    • Total Fat: 13g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 47mg
    • Sodium: 614mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 44g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 30g
    • Vitamin C: 19mg
    • Calcium: 71mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 868mg