Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with our delicious Crockpot Chili recipe. Perfectly seasoned ground beef, beans, and a medley of spices simmered to perfection in your slow cooker. Ideal for cozy dinners or feeding a crowd.
Ingredients
1 pound ground beef
1 onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 green bell pepper, diced
2 (14.5 oz) cans diced tomatoes
1 (15 oz) can tomato sauce
1 (15 oz) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 (4 oz) can diced green chilies
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for extra heat)
1 cup beef broth
Instructions
- Prepare the Beef: In a skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef until cooked through. Drain excess fat.
- Combine Ingredients: Transfer the cooked beef to your crockpot. Add onion, garlic, green bell pepper, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, kidney beans, black beans, green chilies, chili powder, ground cumin, paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using). Stir well to combine.
- Cook: Pour in beef broth and stir again. Cover the crockpot and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, allowing flavors to meld to perfection.
- Serve: Once cooked, give the chili a final stir. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot, garnished with your favorite toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, or fresh cilantro.
Notes
Customize your chili with toppings like avocado, jalapeños, or a squeeze of lime for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours on low or 3-4 hours on high
- Category: Main Dish, Slow Cooker Recipe
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6-8 servings
- Calories: 280 kcal per serving