Description
Crockpot Chili is a hearty and flavorful dish that brings comfort to any meal. Made with lean ground beef, nutritious beans, and a robust homemade chili spice blend, this recipe is perfect for game days, family dinners, or meal prepping for the week. With minimal effort required, you can let your slow cooker do the work while savoring the rich aromas wafting through your kitchen. Customize this chili with your favorite beans or add in extra vegetables for a personal touch. Whether served on its own or topped with cheese and avocado, this Crockpot Chili is sure to be a family favorite and an easy go-to for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds lean ground beef (or ground turkey/chicken)
- 1 (15.5 oz) can dark red kidney beans (rinsed and drained)
- 1 (15.5 oz) can light red kidney beans (rinsed and drained)
- 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
Instructions
- In a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat, brown the lean ground beef with diced onion until fully cooked. Add minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute.
- Transfer meat mixture to a slow cooker; drain excess grease if necessary.
- Add crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, chili seasoning, dark red kidney beans, and light red kidney beans to the slow cooker. Mix well.
- Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or on high for 4-5 hours.
- Serve with optional toppings like cheese, sour cream, or avocado.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For a vegetarian option, substitute meat with additional beans or lentils. Feel free to adjust spices based on your heat preference.