Slow Cooker Beef Chili
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
3 hrs
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Total Time
3 hrs 15 mins
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Servings
8 Servings
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Calories
281 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Slow Cooker Beef Chili
Description
Slow Cooker Beef Chili starts by browning ground beef with chopped onion to build a caramelized base of flavor. Once cooked, this mixture is combined in a slow cooker with diced tomatoes, red kidney beans, minced garlic, tomato paste, chili powder, salt, black pepper, and ground cumin. For those who prefer more heat, minced jalapeño can be included. Saltine cracker crumbs are added to thicken the chili as it simmers over hours.
The slow cooking process allows flavors to meld and the peppers and spices to impart warmth without overwhelming. The kidney beans provide a creamy texture alongside the beef, while the tomato components keep the chili moist and rich. The result is a thick, robust stew suitable for serving with rice, cornbread, or as a topping for baked potatoes.
This dish can be made ahead and kept warm until serving or refrigerated and reheated. The recipe accommodates different slow cooker settings to suit time availability while maintaining a hearty texture.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds ground beef 80/20, lean
- 1 yellow onion , chopped
- 3 garlic minced, cloves
- 2 ounce cans red kidney beans , rinsed and drained
- 29 ounces diced tomatoes not drained, canned
- 1/4 cup tomato paste
- 3 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper coarse ground
- 1 teaspoon cumin ground
- 1 jalapeño optional (if you want it spicy, minced
- 1/2 cup saltine cracker crumbs , finely ground
Instructions
- Cook the beef and onion together in a large pot or cast iron skillet over medium high heat until the beef is browned well.
- Add it to the slow cooker with the rest of the ingredients.
- Cook on high heat for 3 hours or on low heat for 6 hours.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 281 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 281kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 11g | 4% |
| Protein | 26g | 52% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 70mg | 23% |
| Sodium | 660mg | 28% |
| Potassium | 760mg | 16% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 1155IU | 23% |
| Vitamin C | 14.8mg | 16% |
| Calcium | 68mg | 7% |
| Iron | 4.8mg | 27% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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