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Easy Crockpot Chili

A close-up of a bowl of delicious Crockpot chili, featuring ground beef, kidney beans, tomatoes, and melted cheese.
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A simple, set-and-forget slow cooker chili recipe with ground beef, beans, and a flavorful spice blend. Perfect for a cozy meal or game day.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained
  • 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)

Instructions

  1. Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat. Drain off any excess grease.
  2. Transfer the browned beef to your slow cooker.
  3. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the slow cooker.
  4. Stir in the kidney beans, black beans, diced tomatoes, diced tomatoes and green chilies, and tomato sauce.
  5. Add the chili powder, cumin, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using). Stir everything to combine.
  6. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
  7. Serve hot with your favorite toppings.

Notes

  • For a thicker chili, you can drain some of the liquid before serving.
  • This chili freezes well. Let it cool completely, then store in airtight containers for up to 3 months. Reheat on the stovetop or in the microwave.
  • Experiment with different bean varieties like pinto beans or cannellini beans.
  • Adjust the spice level by adding more or less chili powder and cayenne pepper.
  • Consider this a great dump and go meal for busy days.
  • This recipe is a favorite for meal prep soups and cozy fall dinners.

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