Slow Cooker Chili
This hearty Slow Cooker Chili is your go-to comfort food that brings warmth and flavor to any occasion. Perfect for cozy dinners or lively gatherings, it’s packed with protein-rich beans and ground meat, all simmered in a medley of spices that create a rich and satisfying dish. With minimal prep time, you can set it up and let the slow cooker do all the work while you enjoy time with family or friends. Customize it with your favorite toppings for a meal tailored just to your taste. Whether you’re meal prepping for the week or preparing for game day, this chili is sure to please everyone at the table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup beef or vegetable broth
Instructions
- Brown the ground beef or turkey in a large skillet over medium heat for about 5–7 minutes until fully cooked. Drain excess fat and transfer to the slow cooker.
- In the slow cooker, combine kidney beans, black beans, crushed tomatoes, onion, garlic, bell pepper, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, black pepper, and broth. Stir well.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours.
- About 30 minutes before serving, taste the chili and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve hot in bowls with your favorite toppings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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