Chili-Style Chuck Roast

Prep: 20 min Cook: 150 min Serves: 8 Cuisine: American

Chili-Style Chuck Roast is a hearty, flavorful dish perfect for gatherings. The tender beef, enhanced by a blend of spices and savory beans, creates a comforting meal that warms the soul. Ideal for family dinners or potlucks, this robust roast is sure to satisfy any appetite.

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Ingredients

  • 3 to 4 lb. beef chuck roast
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 1/4 tsp. pepper
  • 1/3 c. Crisco
  • 2 Tbsp. firmly packed brown sugar
  • 1 1/2 tsp. dry mustard
  • 1 tsp. chili powder
  • 1 (15 1/2 oz.) can chili-style beans in chili gravy
  • 3/4 c. chopped onion
  • 1/2 c. water
  • 1 Tbsp. flour
  • 1 tsp. paprika

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°.
  2. Season meat with the salt and pepper. In a Dutch oven, brown the meat on all sides in hot Crisco.
  3. Combine the brown sugar, dry mustard, paprika, and chili powder.
  4. Rub the spice mixture over the surface of the meat.
  5. Combine the chili-style beans in gravy, chopped onion, and 1/2 cup water. Pour the mixture directly onto the meat.
  6. Cover and roast at 350° for 2 to 2 1/2 hours or until the meat is tender.
  7. Remove the roast and beans to a warm platter.
  8. Skim off excess fat from the drippings.
  9. Add enough water to the pan drippings to make 1 cup of liquid.
  10. Blend 2 tablespoons of cold water with the flour.
  11. Add the flour mixture to the pan juices; cook and stir until thickened and bubbly.
  12. Serve the gravy with the meat.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

508 kcal 25% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 19.5g 39% DV
Total Fat 15.9g 20% DV
Carbs 85.5g 31% DV
Fiber 21.3g 76% DV
Sugar 30.5g 61% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 10603.5mg 100% DV
Potassium 1412.8mg 30% DV
Cholesterol 24.8mg 8% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 992.8mcg 100% DV
Vitamin C 21.5mg 24% DV
Vitamin D 0mcg
Calcium 194.5mg 15% DV
Iron 12.6mg 70% DV
Diet fit High-fiber Low-fat
Contains Wheat/Gluten

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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