Crock Pot Chili Recipe
A hearty and flavorful Crock Pot Chili featuring ground beef, beans, and a rich blend of spices, slow-cooked to perfection for a comforting and easy meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 to 8 hours
- Total Time: 3 hours 15 minutes to 8 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 to 8 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, pressed
- 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, with liquid
- 1 can (15 oz) pinto beans, with liquid
- 1 tablespoon hot sauce
Spices and Seasonings
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
Instructions
- Prepare Chili Seasoning: In a small bowl, mix together chili powder, salt, dried basil, dried oregano, dried parsley, black pepper, and cumin until evenly combined.
- Brown the Ground Beef: Heat a skillet over medium heat and add ground beef. Use a spatula to break it up as it cooks. Continue cooking until beef is fully browned, then drain excess fat and liquid.
- Combine Ingredients in Crock Pot: Add the browned ground beef, diced onion, diced green bell pepper, pressed garlic, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, kidney beans (with liquid), pinto beans (with liquid), hot sauce, and the prepared chili seasoning into the crock pot. Stir thoroughly to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Cook the Chili: Cover the crock pot and cook the chili on low heat for 3 to 8 hours. The long cooking time allows flavors to meld beautifully and the chili to thicken.
- Serve: Once cooked, serve the chili hot with your choice of toppings such as shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped green onions, or fresh cilantro for added flavor and texture.
Notes
- You can adjust the amount of hot sauce depending on your spice preference.
- No need to drain the beans; their liquid adds flavor and thickness to the chili.
- For a leaner version, substitute ground beef with ground turkey or chicken.
- This chili freezes well, making it perfect for meal prep.
- Serve with cornbread or over rice for a complete meal.
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