Smoked Brisket Chili — Rich, smoky chili made with leftover smoked brisket. The best use of BBQ leftove
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    Smoked Brisket Chili

    1.25 hrs 8 servings Easy

    This recipe uses Brisket beef — specifically Whole Packer Brisket (12-18 lbs).

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    Prep

    15 min

    Cook

    1 hr

    Total

    1.25 hrs

    Got leftover smoked brisket? This chili is the move. The smoky, already-tender brisket adds an incredible depth that raw beef simply can't match. It's the best chili you'll ever make.

    What Ingredients Do You Need?

    • 2 lbs Leftover smoked brisket, chopped
    • 28 oz Canned fire-roasted tomatoes
    • 15 oz can Kidney beans, drained
    • 15 oz can Black beans, drained
    • 1 large Yellow onion, diced
    • 2 Jalapeños, diced
    • 4 cloves Garlic, minced
    • 3 tbsp Chili powder
    • 1 tbsp Cumin
    • 1 tbsp Smoked paprika
    • 12 oz Beer (lager)
    • 1 cup Beef broth

    How Do You Make Smoked Brisket Chili?

    1. 1

      Sauté aromatics

      Cook onion, jalapeños, and garlic in a large pot until softened.

    2. 2

      Add spices

      Stir in chili powder, cumin, and paprika. Cook 1 minute.

    3. 3

      Combine

      Add brisket, tomatoes, beans, beer, and broth. Bring to a boil.

    4. 4

      Simmer

      Reduce heat and simmer 45 minutes to 1 hour until thick and rich.

    What Are the Pro Tips for This Recipe?

    • 💡 Chop the brisket into small pieces rather than shredding for better texture in chili.

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