Slow Cooker Chili
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4.9
96 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
4 hrs
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Total Time
4 hrs 15 mins
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Servings
8 servings
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Calories
485 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Slow Cooker Chili
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This Slow Cooker Chili recipe is super easy to make – simply prep it then let the crockpot work its magic! It is hearty, cozy, perfectly spiced, and full of delicious protein. Perfect for a group gathering!
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Ingredients
- 2 pounds ground beef (900g)
- 1 large onion chopped
- 1 green bell pepper diced
- 4 garlic cloves minced
- 3 (15.5-ounce/439g) canned kidney beans
- 2 (14.5-ounce/400g) canned diced tomatoes undrained
- 1 (28-ounce/794g) can tomato sauce
- ½ cup beef broth (120mL)
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1½ teaspoons dried oregano
- 1½ teaspoons salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the beef, onion, bell pepper, and garlic until beef is browned, about 6 minutes. Drain the beef mixture.
- Transfer the drained beef mixture to a 6-quart slow cooker, and add the beans, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, broth, chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
- Cover and cook on high for 3 to 4 hours or on low for 6 to 8 hours. Serve topped with sour cream, cheese, and green onions or any desired toppings. The chili can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 5 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
Notes
- Cook it low and slow. If you have the time, I suggest you make this recipe in the slow cooker or Instant Pot on low heat for a longer cooking time of 6 to 8 hours (rather than higher heat for 3 to 4 hours). Simmering the chili recipe in the crock pot on low makes the beef perfectly tender and gives the ingredients more time to develop a deeper rich flavor.
- Keep the chili covered. It is important to keep the lid on the slow cooker while the chili is slow cooking. While tempting to remove it during the cooking process, removing the lid will release heat, require more cooking time, and moisture which can dry out the chili. Let the slow cooker work its magic for the best crockpot chili!
- Add toppings. Have fun with a variety of toppings! Try sliced avocado, fresh cilantro, sliced jalapeno, and diced red onion. Add a crunch with Frito chips, oyster crackers, or tortilla chips.
- Optional variations. Swap out the kidney beans with another canned bean like navy beans, black beans, white beans, garbanzo beans, pinto beans, or use a mix! Additionally, add one tablespoon of brown sugar to your crockpot chili to add a subtle sweetness to the flavor profile. Add a bit of your favorite hot sauce to taste for a spicy chili.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
485kcal
(24%)
Carbohydrates
38g
(13%)
Protein
31g
(62%)
Fat
24g
(37%)
Saturated Fat
9g
(45%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
10g
Trans Fat
1g
Cholesterol
81mg
(27%)
Sodium
1638mg
(68%)
Potassium
1339mg
(38%)
Fiber
13g
(52%)
Sugar
10g
(20%)
Vitamin A
1209IU
(24%)
Vitamin C
31mg
(34%)
Calcium
141mg
(14%)
Iron
7mg
(39%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 485 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 485kcal | 24% |
| Carbohydrates | 38g | 13% |
| Protein | 31g | 62% |
| Fat | 24g | 37% |
| Saturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 81mg | 27% |
| Sodium | 1638mg | 68% |
| Potassium | 1339mg | 28% |
| Fiber | 13g | 52% |
| Sugar | 10g | 20% |
| Vitamin A | 1209IU | 24% |
| Vitamin C | 31mg | 34% |
| Calcium | 141mg | 14% |
| Iron | 7mg | 39% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.9
96 reviews
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