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Delicious Spicy Crockpot Chili

Delicious Spicy Crockpot Chili Perfect for Cozy Nights

This Delicious Spicy Crockpot Chili is a warm hug in a bowl, perfect for chilly evenings and effortless weeknight meals.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Chili Base
  • 1 lb Ground Beef 85% lean recommended for tenderness.
  • 15 oz Canned Tomatoes Choose no added sugar.
  • 1 cup Kidney Beans Can blend for thicker consistency.
  • 1 cup Pinto Beans Can blend for thicker consistency.
  • 1 Onion Finely chopped.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Freshly minced.
  • 1 Jalapeño Adjust according to spice tolerance.
  • 2 tbsp Chili Seasoning Blend Homemade is recommended for freshness.
  • 1 tsp Salt Adjust before serving.
For Serving
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheese Use a blend of favorites.
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Or Greek yogurt for a lighter option.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro For garnish.

Equipment

  • Crockpot
  • Skillet
  • cutting board
  • knife

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Prepare the seasoning mix by combining the chili spices in a small bowl.
  2. Finely chop the onion, jalapeño, and garlic and set aside.
  3. Blend one cup of kidney and pinto beans into a smooth paste.
  4. In a skillet, brown the ground beef in oil for about 5 minutes, then drain excess fat.
  5. Mix the seasoning, salt, onion, garlic, and half of the jalapeños into the beef and cook for 2 minutes.
  6. Transfer the mixture to the crockpot and add canned tomatoes, remaining beans, bean puree, and leftover jalapeños.
  7. Cover and cook on low for 4 to 6 hours.
  8. 30 minutes before serving, taste and adjust seasoning, then switch to warm.
  9. Serve the chili topped with shredded cheese, sour cream, and fresh cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 25gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 10gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This recipe is adaptable—feel free to customize with turkey, black beans, or different spices.

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