Description
A simple and hearty slow cooker chili recipe packed with flavor and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (6 oz) tomato paste
- 2 cups beef broth
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat. Drain excess fat.
- Add the onion, garlic, and bell pepper. Cook until softened.
- Transfer the mixture to the slow cooker.
- Add the beans, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, beef broth, and spices. Stir well.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier chili, add a diced jalapeño or cayenne pepper.
- Top with shredded cheese, sour cream, or green onions before serving.
- Freeze leftovers for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: slow cooker chili, easy chili recipe, beef chili