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?

Here’s a quick reference check list of the items you’ll need to make this chili recipe. I’ve linked my favorite ingredients to Target. If you need to make a last-minute grocery run Target offers in-store pick-up or Target drive-up same day, often in just a few hours.

• 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:

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.

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