Description
This Hearty Slow Cooker All Meat Chili (No Beans) is a meat lover’s dream. Packed with a trio of meats and a flavorful blend of spices, this chili is perfect for a cozy night in or game day gathering. The slow cooker does all the work, simmering the meat and seasonings to perfection.
Ingredients
Scale
Ground Beef:
- 1 pound
Ground Pork or Italian Sausage:
- 1 pound
Beef Chuck or Stew Meat (cut into small cubes):
- 1 pound
Onion (diced):
- 1 large
Garlic Cloves (minced):
- 4
Tomato Paste:
- 1 can (6 oz)
Fire-Roasted Diced Tomatoes:
- 1 can (14.5 oz)
Crushed Tomatoes:
- 1 can (15 oz)
Beef Broth:
- 1 cup
Chili Powder:
- 2 tablespoons
Smoked Paprika:
- 1 tablespoon
Ground Cumin:
- 1 tablespoon
Dried Oregano:
- 1 teaspoon
Salt:
- 1 teaspoon
Black Pepper:
- ½ teaspoon
Cayenne Pepper (optional):
- ½ teaspoon
Worcestershire Sauce:
- 1 tablespoon
Brown Sugar (optional, to balance acidity):
- 1 tablespoon
Instructions
- Brown the ground beef and pork: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef and pork until fully cooked. Drain excess fat and transfer to the slow cooker.
- Sear the beef cubes: In the same skillet, sear the beef cubes on all sides until browned (optional, for added flavor), then add to the slow cooker.
- Add ingredients to the slow cooker: Add the diced onion, garlic, tomato paste, diced tomatoes, crushed tomatoes, and beef broth to the slow cooker. Stir in spices, Worcestershire sauce, and brown sugar. Mix well.
- Cook the chili: Cover and cook on low for 6–8 hours or on high for 3–4 hours, until the meat is tender and the chili is thick.
- Adjust seasoning: Stir, taste, and adjust seasoning as needed before serving.
Notes
- For a smoky twist, add a chopped chipotle pepper in adobo sauce.
- This chili freezes well and is perfect for make-ahead meals or game day.
- Top with shredded cheese, sour cream, or sliced jalapeños if desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ½ cups
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 43g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
