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Crockpot Chili

Ultimate Comfort: Mouthwatering Crockpot Chili Recipe

This Crockpot Chili recipe is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for busy weeknights and easily customizable to satisfy everyone.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Chili Base
  • 1 lb Ground Beef Substitute with ground turkey for a lighter option.
  • 1 medium Onion Use red onion for a milder taste.
  • 3 cloves Garlic If fresh isn't available, use 1 tsp of garlic powder instead.
  • 1 can Kidney Beans Consider substituting with black beans or chickpeas.
  • 1 can Black Beans Lentils as a vegetarian replacement.
  • 28 oz Crushed Tomatoes Substitute with tomato sauce or diced tomatoes if needed.
  • 14.5 oz Diced Tomatoes
  • 2 tbsp Tomato Paste
  • 2 cups Beef Broth Swap with vegetable broth for a vegetarian version.
Spices
  • 2 tbsp Chili Powder Adjust based on desired heat level.
  • 1 tsp Ground Cumin Use coriander for a milder alternative.
  • 1 tsp Smoked Paprika
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper Adjust to taste preference.
  • 1 tbsp Salt Adjust as needed.
  • 1 tsp Oregano No substitutions necessary.
  • 1 tbsp Brown Sugar (optional) Balances acidity of tomatoes; honey or maple syrup are good substitutes.
Toppings
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheese A tasty add-on.
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Great for cooling down the heat.
  • 1 bunch Sliced Green Onions A fresh garnish.

Equipment

  • Crockpot
  • Skillet
  • Spatula

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. In a large skillet, heat a splash of oil over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef along with diced onions and minced garlic. Cook for about 5–7 minutes, stirring frequently, until the beef is browned and the onions are translucent. Drain any excess fat.
  2. Transfer the browned beef mixture into your slow cooker. Add kidney beans, black beans, crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, and tomato paste to the pot. Pour in the beef broth and sprinkle all your spices. Stir well.
  3. Cover the Crockpot and set it to cook on LOW for 6–8 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours. Check occasionally.
  4. Once cooking time is complete, check the consistency of your chili. If it’s too thick, stir in a bit of broth. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  5. Ladle the Crockpot Chili into bowls and garnish with shredded cheese, sour cream, and sliced green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Browning the beef intensifies flavor. For extra spice, include diced jalapeños or chili flakes. Store leftovers in airtight containers for up to 5 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.

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