Description
Experience the comforting warmth of this Slow Cooker Chili Recipe, a perfect choice for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. This hearty dish combines the richness of ground beef or turkey with a medley of beans and spices, resulting in a robust flavor that will satisfy any appetite. With just 20 minutes of prep time, you can easily set it and forget it while the slow cooker works its magic. Each bite is packed with protein and fiber, making it a nutritious option for everyone at the table. Whether served with cornbread or as part of a game day spread, this chili will quickly become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ lbs ground beef or ground turkey
- 1 large sweet onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 (6-ounce) can tomato paste
- 2 (10-ounce) cans diced tomatoes and green chilies
- 1 (14.5-ounce) can fire-roasted diced tomatoes
- 1 (15.5-ounce) can dark red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 (15.5-ounce) can pinto beans, drained and rinsed
- 3 tablespoons chili powder
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- ⅛ teaspoon ground cayenne
- kosher salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground meat until fully cooked. Add the onion halfway through cooking until soft, then stir in garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Transfer the meat mixture to the slow cooker. Whisk together beef broth and tomato paste; pour over the meat.
- Add diced tomatoes, beans, and all spices to the slow cooker.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- Taste before serving and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 6–8 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 70mg