Texas Trinity Chili
Texas Trinity Chili is a medium American (Tex-Mex) recipe that serves 8. 350 calories per serving. Recipe by Pepperbellypete on YouTube.
Prep: 20 min | Cook: 1 hr 40 min | Total: 2 hrs 15 min
Cost: $29.30 total, $3.66 per serving
Ingredients
- 3 pounds Ground Chuck (85% lean, fresh)
- 1 pound Hot Breakfast Sausage (Spicy, remove casing if needed)
- 1 Large Onion (Diced, about 1 cup)
- 3 Fresh Jalapeños (Seeds removed for milder heat, diced)
- 4 cloves Garlic (Minced)
- 44 ounces Diced Tomatoes (Canned, no added salt)
- 4 ounces Hatch Green Chili (Canned, roasted)
- 44 ounces Tomato Sauce (Canned)
- 3 ounces Williams Chili Mix (Seasoning blend)
- 6 ounces Tomato Paste (Canned)
- 3 cans Bush's Best Chili Magic Medium Campfire Style Beans (Drain and rinse if desired)
Instructions
Brown the Meat
In a large pot over medium‑high heat, add the ground chuck and hot breakfast sausage. Break up with a wooden spoon and cook until fully browned, about 8‑10 minutes.
Time: PT10M
Drain Excess Fat
Carefully pour off the rendered fat into a heat‑proof container or discard it, leaving the meat in the pot.
Time: PT2M
Sauté Aromatics
Add the diced onion, jalapeños, and minced garlic to the pot. Sauté until the onion becomes translucent and the vegetables soften, about 5 minutes.
Time: PT5M
Add Tomatoes and Seasonings
Stir in the diced tomatoes, Hatch green chilies, tomato sauce, Williams chili mix, and tomato paste. Mix thoroughly, scraping any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
Time: PT5M
First Simmer
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for 1 hour. Stir every 15 minutes to prevent sticking.
Time: PT1H
Add Beans
Open, drain, and (optional) rinse the three cans of Bush's Best Chili Magic beans. Add them to the pot and stir to combine.
Time: PT5M
Final Simmer
Cover the pot again and simmer on low for an additional 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until flavors meld and the chili thickens.
Time: PT30M
Rest and Serve
Remove the lid and let the chili rest for 5 minutes. Serve hot, garnished with shredded cheese, sour cream, cilantro, or your favorite toppings.
Time: PT5M
Nutrition Facts
- Calories
- 350
- Protein
- 20g
- Carbohydrates
- 30g
- Fat
- 15g
- Fiber
- 8g
Dietary info: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, High-Protein, Nut-Free
Last updated: April 11, 2026






