Description
Crockpot Chili is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for cozy gatherings or busy weeknights when you’re craving something hearty and delicious. This easy slow cooker recipe combines lean ground beef with a medley of beans and a robust homemade chili blend, simmering to perfection over hours. It’s not only simple to prepare but also packed with flavor that will impress your family and friends. Enjoy it with your favorite toppings, from creamy avocado to crunchy tortilla chips, making it a versatile dish that can adapt to everyone’s taste. Plus, it’s meal-prep friendly—make a big batch and savor the leftovers throughout the week!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds lean ground beef (or ground turkey/chicken)
- 1 small onion (diced)
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes
- 1 (15.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 2 cans (15.5 oz each) kidney beans (rinsed and drained)
- 2 tablespoons chili seasoning
Instructions
- In a large non-stick skillet, brown the ground beef with the diced onion over medium-high heat until fully cooked.
- Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Transfer the meat mixture to a slow cooker, then add crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, kidney beans, and chili seasoning.
- Stir well to combine all ingredients.
- Cover and cook on low for 8–10 hours or on high for 4–5 hours until flavors meld together beautifully.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8–10 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg