Description
This slow cooker chili recipe is a hearty and comforting dish perfect for a cozy night in. Packed with savory flavors and customizable toppings, it’s a crowd-pleaser for any occasion.
Ingredients
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For the Chili:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 15 oz kidney beans, drained
- 15 oz black beans, drained
- 28 oz crushed tomatoes
- 14 oz diced tomatoes
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 2 cups beef broth
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tbsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- 0.5 tsp oregano
- 1 tbsp brown sugar (optional)
For Toppings:
- Shredded cheese
- Sour cream
- Green onions, sliced
Instructions
- Brown ground beef: In a skillet, brown the ground beef with onions and garlic; drain excess fat.
- Transfer to slow cooker: Place the beef mixture in the slow cooker.
- Add ingredients: Add beans, crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, broth, and all spices.
- Combine: Stir well to combine all ingredients.
- Cook: Cook on LOW for 6–8 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours.
- Serve: Adjust thickness if needed, then serve with desired toppings.
Notes
- You can customize the spice level by adjusting the amount of chili powder and cayenne pepper.
- This chili can be made ahead of time and freezes well for future meals.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 940mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg