Description
A hearty and flavorful crockpot chili made with lean ground beef, beans, and a blend of spices. This Insanely Good Crockpot Chili is perfect for an easy, comforting meal that simmers slowly to develop rich flavors, served warm with your favorite toppings.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 pounds lean ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 (8-ounce) can tomato sauce
- 1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 (15-ounce) can pinto beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 (15-ounce) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
Spices
- 3 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 tablespoon oregano
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon coriander
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Brown the beef: In a medium-sized skillet over medium-high heat, cook and crumble the ground beef for about 7 minutes or until it is thoroughly browned. This step enhances the flavor and texture of the meat.
- Combine ingredients in crockpot: Transfer the browned beef to the crockpot along with the diced onion, green bell pepper, minced garlic, beef broth, tomato sauce, undrained diced tomatoes, pinto beans, kidney beans, chili powder, oregano, cumin, coriander, salt, and cayenne pepper.
- Mix thoroughly: Stir all the ingredients well until evenly combined, ensuring that the spices and vegetables are distributed throughout the mixture.
- Cook: Cover the crockpot and cook the chili on low heat for 5 to 6 hours. This slow cooking allows the flavors to meld and the ingredients to soften and blend perfectly.
- Serve: Once cooked, serve the chili warm. Add your preferred toppings such as shredded cheese, sour cream, sliced jalapeños, or chopped green onions for extra flavor and texture.
Notes
- For a spicier chili, increase the amount of cayenne pepper or add chopped jalapeños.
- Drain and rinse canned beans to reduce sodium and improve texture.
- Beef broth can be substituted with vegetable broth for a milder flavor or to accommodate dietary restrictions.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
- To make the chili thicker, cook uncovered for the last 30 minutes or mash some of the beans before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 hours 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: crockpot chili, slow cooker chili, ground beef chili, easy chili recipe, bean chili, comfort food, chili with beans
