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Crockpot Chili (Slow Cooker Chili)

Crockpot Chili - Hearty and Flavorful Comfort in Every Bite

Crockpot Chili is a customizable, hearty dish perfect for cozy nights or tailgate parties.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Chili Base
  • 1 lb Ground Beef Substitute with ground turkey for a lean option.
  • 1 medium Onion Yellow or white onions work best.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced; using fresh garlic is recommended.
  • 28 oz Crushed Tomatoes Provides the chili base and acidity.
  • 14 oz Diced Tomatoes
  • 2 tbsp Tomato Paste Intensifies tomato flavor and enhances thickness.
  • 2 cups Beef Broth Use vegetable broth for a vegetarian version.
Beans
  • 15 oz Kidney Beans Drained; can swap with pinto or black beans.
  • 15 oz Black Beans Drained; omit for a bean-free version.
Spices
  • 2 tbsp Chili Powder Adjust according to heat preference.
  • 1 tbsp Ground Cumin
  • 1 tsp Smoked Paprika
  • 0.5 tsp Black Pepper Adjust to taste.
  • 1 tsp Salt Adjust depending on taste.
  • 0.5 tsp Oregano
  • 1 tbsp Brown Sugar Optional; balances acidity.
Optional Toppings
  • Shredded Cheese For garnish.
  • Sour Cream For garnish.
  • Sliced Green Onions For garnish.

Equipment

  • slow cooker
  • skillet

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef, chopped onions, and minced garlic. Cook for about 5–7 minutes until the beef is browned and the onions are translucent. Drain excess fat, then transfer to your slow cooker.
  2. In the slow cooker, combine the drained kidney beans, black beans, crushed tomatoes, and diced tomatoes. Stir gently to mix these ingredients.
  3. Scoop in the tomato paste and pour the beef broth into the slow cooker. Stir everything until well combined.
  4. Sprinkle in the spices: chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, black pepper, salt, oregano, and brown sugar if desired. Stir to mix.
  5. Set your slow cooker to LOW for 6–8 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours. Cover and let it simmer gently.
  6. Once cooking time is complete, stir the chili. Adjust consistency with more broth if it's too thick. Serve hot, topped with your favorite garnishes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 10gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Chili tastes even better the next day. Perfect for meal prep and batch cooking.

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