Crockpot Taco Chili
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
6 hrs
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Total Time
6 hrs 10 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
329 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Crockpot Taco Chili
Description
This Crockpot Taco Chili starts by combining browned and drained ground beef with rinsed black and kidney beans, chopped onion, corn, crushed tomatoes, salsa, and taco seasoning in a slow cooker. Garlic, salt, and pepper are added to deepen the flavor profile. The mixture is cooked on low heat for 6 to 8 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours, allowing the ingredients to meld and soften.
The dish delivers a thick chili with a blend of hearty textures from the meat and beans alongside the brightness of salsa and spices. It offers familiar taco seasoning flavors within a stew format. Serving typically includes garnishes like shredded cheese, avocado, or crushed tortilla chips to add complementary textures and freshness.
This is a flexible base recipe for a filling meal that can be prepared ahead and kept warm in the crockpot until serving. Its slow cooking method enhances tenderness and concentrates flavors over time.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef (browned and drained)
- 1 can black beans (15 oz can) Rinsed and Drained
- 1 can Kidney Beans (15 oz can) Rinsed and Drained
- 1/2 onion Chopped
- 1 cup corn
- 2 can crushed tomatoes (14 oz. cans)
- 1/2 cup salsa
- 2 Tbsp taco seasoning
- 1 tsp garlic minced
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 2 cups water
Instructions
- Place all the ingredients in a 6 quart crock pot.
- Cover and cook on low to 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
- Serve topped with your favorite taco toppings and enjoy!
Notes
- Chili can be topped with crushed tortilla chips, shredded cheddar cheese, fresh tomatoes, and avocado for added texture and flavor.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 329 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 329kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 28g | 9% |
| Protein | 20g | 40% |
| Fat | 16g | 25% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 54mg | 18% |
| Sodium | 844mg | 35% |
| Potassium | 892mg | 19% |
| Fiber | 8g | 32% |
| Sugar | 9g | 18% |
| Vitamin A | 549IU | 11% |
| Vitamin C | 16mg | 18% |
| Calcium | 86mg | 9% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.