Description

This Crockpot Chili is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for cozy family dinners or lively game day gatherings. Packed with lean ground beef, hearty beans, and a blend of aromatic spices, this dish is both filling and flavorful. With minimal prep time, just brown the meat and let your slow cooker do the rest. Customize it with your favorite toppings, making it a versatile option for everyone at the table. Whether you’re looking for an easy weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing dish for entertaining, this chili delivers on taste without requiring hours in the kitchen.

Ingredients

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2 pounds lean ground beef (or ground turkey or chicken)
1 small yellow or white onion (diced)
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes
1 (15.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
2 tablespoons chili seasoning
1 (15.5 oz) can dark red kidney beans (rinsed and drained)
1 (15.5 oz) can light red kidney beans (rinsed and drained)

Instructions

In a large non-stick skillet, brown the ground beef with diced onion over medium-high heat until fully cooked. Drain excess grease if necessary.
Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
Transfer the meat mixture to the slow cooker. Add crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, chili seasoning, and both types of kidney beans. Mix well.
Cover and cook on low for 8–10 hours or on high for 4–5 hours until flavors meld beautifully.
Serve hot with optional toppings such as cheese, sour cream, avocado slices, or tortilla chips.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 8–10 hours
Category: Dinner
Method: Slow Cooking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
Calories: 360
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 800mg
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 10g
Protein: 24g
Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: For a vegetarian version, replace the meat with more beans or lentils. Adjust spices to suit your heat preference; add jalapeños for extra kick. This chili freezes well; store in airtight containers for future meals.