Chili Crock Pot Recipe
This Chili Crock Pot Recipe is the ultimate set-it-and-forget-it comfort food. Packed with ground beef, beans, tomatoes, and the perfect spice blend, it's an easy weeknight dinner that simmers to perfection in your slow cooker.
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 360kcal
Cost: 2
Equipment
- slow cooker
- Large skillet
- wooden spoon
- measuring spoons
- can opener
Ingredients
- 2 lbs ground beef
- 1 yellow onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 can tomato paste (6 oz)
- 2 cans diced tomatoes (14.5 oz each)
- 1 can tomato sauce (15 oz)
- 1 can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 tbsp olive oil (for browning meat)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon.
- Add chopped onions and garlic to the skillet. Sauté until the onions are soft and translucent.
- Transfer the cooked beef mixture to the crock pot.
- Add chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper to the slow cooker.
- Stir in the tomato paste, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, beans, and beef broth.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or high for 3-4 hours.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot with toppings like cheese, sour cream, or green onions.
Notes
For a spicier version, add diced jalapeños or a pinch of cayenne. This chili is great for freezing and perfect for game day!