Description
This hearty and flavorful Crockpot Chili Recipe is the perfect comfort food for a cozy night in. Made with ground beef, beans, tomatoes, and a blend of spices, this easy slow cooker chili is sure to be a family favorite.
Ingredients
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For the Chili:
- 1 1/2 pounds ground beef
- 1 medium yellow onion (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 (15 oz) can kidney beans (drained and rinsed)
- 1 (15 oz) can black beans (drained and rinsed)
- 1 (15 oz) can diced tomatoes (with juice)
- 1 (8 oz) can tomato sauce
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 cup beef broth
- 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, cook the ground beef until fully browned. Drain excess fat.
- Sauté Onion and Garlic: Add diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté until softened.
- Combine Ingredients: Transfer the beef mixture to the crockpot. Add beans, tomatoes, tomato sauce, paste, and broth. Season with spices.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- Adjust Seasoning: Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed. Serve with desired toppings.
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
