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Crockpot Chili

Ultimate Comfort in a Bowl: Crockpot Chili Made Easy

This comforting Crockpot Chili is an easy recipe that transforms simple ingredients into a delicious, hearty meal perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Chili Base
  • 1 pound Ground Beef 85/15 blend recommended
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion finely chopped
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 can Crushed Tomatoes canned
  • 1 can Diced Tomatoes undrained
  • 1 cup Beef Broth or vegetable broth for vegetarian
For the Beans
  • 1 can Kidney Beans rinsed and drained
  • 1 can Black Beans rinsed and drained
For the Spice Blend
  • 2 tablespoons Chili Powder adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika can use regular paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano or Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper freshly ground preferred
For Cooking and Sautéing
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or neutral oil

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Crockpot Chili
  1. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, pour in 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Add the finely chopped yellow onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes until translucent. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  2. Add 1 pound of ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook for about 6-8 minutes until browned. Drain excess fat.
  3. Sprinkle in 2 tablespoons of chili powder, 1 teaspoon of ground cumin, 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon of dried oregano, and season with salt and black pepper. Stir for 1 minute.
  4. Transfer the beef and spice mixture to your slow cooker. Add 1 can of crushed tomatoes, 1 can of diced tomatoes, 1 cup of beef broth, kidney beans, and black beans. Stir well.
  5. Cover the slow cooker and set to cook on LOW for 6-8 hours or HIGH for 3-4 hours.
  6. Once cooking is complete, uncover and stir the chili. Adjust seasoning as needed and thicken if desired.
  7. Ladle the chili into bowls and top with shredded cheese, sour cream, green onions, or cilantro. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This chili is perfect for meal prep and can be customized with different beans or proteins.

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