Description
This hearty and flavorful Crockpot Chili Recipe is a comforting dish perfect for busy days. Packed with ground beef, beans, and spices, it’s a classic American favorite that’s easy to make in your slow cooker.
Ingredients
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Ground Beef Mixture:
- 1 1/2 pounds ground beef
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Chili Base:
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes, with juice
- 1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 cup beef broth
Spices:
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Brown the Beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until fully browned, about 6–8 minutes. Drain excess fat.
- Sauté Onions and Garlic: Add diced onion and garlic to the skillet, sauté for 2–3 minutes until softened.
- Combine Ingredients: Transfer the beef mixture to the crockpot. Add beans, tomatoes, tomato sauce, tomato paste, and broth. Stir in spices.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6–8 hours or high for 3–4 hours.
- Adjust Seasoning: Taste and adjust salt, pepper, and spices before serving.
- Serve: Garnish with favorite toppings and enjoy!
Notes
- You can use ground turkey or chicken as a leaner alternative.
- This chili freezes well for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours (low) or 3 hours (high)
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
