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Crockpot Chili

Delicious Crockpot Chili: Your Ultimate Comfort Food Fix

This Crockpot Chili is the ultimate comfort food, rich with spices and hearty ingredients, perfect for chilly evenings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chili Base
  • 1 lb Ground Beef can substitute with turkey
  • 1 Onion chopped; use shallots for milder taste
  • 2 Garlic Cloves minced; use fresh for best flavor
  • 1 can Kidney Beans drained; can swap for pinto beans
  • 1 can Black Beans drained; omit for bean-free chili
  • 1 can Crushed Tomatoes fire-roasted adds extra depth
  • 1 can Diced Tomatoes fresh tomatoes in season are preferable
  • 2 tbsp Tomato Paste optional if using more fresh tomatoes
  • 1 cup Beef Broth substitute with vegetable broth for vegetarian
Spices and Seasonings
  • 2 tbsp Chili Powder adjust to desired spice level
  • 1 tsp Ground Cumin coriander can be used as a substitute
  • 1 tsp Smoked Paprika use regular paprika if needed
  • to taste Black Pepper add according to personal preference
  • to taste Salt adjust based on taste
  • 1 tsp Oregano can use Italian seasoning instead
  • 1 tbsp Brown Sugar can use honey as a natural sweetener
Optional Toppings
  • to taste Shredded Cheese for a creamy touch
  • to taste Sour Cream or Greek yogurt for a healthier option
  • to taste Sliced Green Onions for freshness and crunch

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • Skillet
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons
  • cutting board
  • knife

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown ground beef along with chopped onion and minced garlic for about 5–7 minutes, until no longer pink. Drain excess fat and transfer to slow cooker.
  2. In slow cooker, combine drained kidney beans, black beans, crushed tomatoes, and diced tomatoes.
  3. Mix in tomato paste, beef broth, chili powder, ground cumin, and smoked paprika. Stir thoroughly.
  4. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper.
  5. Cover and set to cook on LOW for 6–8 hours or on HIGH for 3–4 hours.
  6. Check consistency; if too thick, stir in more broth. Serve hot with optional toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 25gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This recipe allows for endless customization based on your preferred spice levels and ingredients, making it suitable for any occasion.

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