Description
Crockpot Chili is a comforting and robust dish that brings warmth to any gathering or cozy night in. This easy slow cooker recipe combines lean ground beef with hearty beans and a vibrant homemade chili spice blend, creating a dish that’s packed with flavor yet requires minimal prep time. Just brown the meat, toss in fresh ingredients, and let your slow cooker work its magic while you enjoy the delightful aromas filling your home. Perfect for family dinners or game days, this chili is sure to be a hit among both kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds lean ground beef (or ground turkey or chicken)
- 1 small yellow or white onion (diced)
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes
- 1 (15.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons chili seasoning
- 1 (15.5 oz) can dark red kidney beans (rinsed and drained)
- 1 (15.5 oz) can light red kidney beans (rinsed and drained)
Instructions
- In a large non-stick skillet, brown the ground beef and diced onion over medium-high heat, breaking up the meat as it cooks. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Transfer the cooked meat mixture to your slow cooker and drain any excess grease.
- Add crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, chili seasoning, and both cans of beans to the slow cooker. Mix well.
- Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or high for 4-5 hours.
- Serve hot with desired toppings such as shredded cheese, avocado slices, or chopped green onions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8–10 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg