Description
Hearty slow cooker chili perfect for gatherings, filled with rich flavors and warmth.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 bell pepper, chopped (any color)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cans (15 oz each) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 cans (15 oz each) diced tomatoes
- 3 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 tablespoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped green onions
Instructions
- Begin by browning the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until it’s no longer pink, then drain excess fat.
- Transfer the cooked beef to the slow cooker. Add in the chopped onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic.
- Stir in the kidney beans, diced tomatoes, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Cover and cook on low for 360 minutes (6 hours) or high for 180 minutes (3 hours), stirring occasionally if possible.
- Taste and adjust seasonings as desired before serving.
Notes
For a thicker chili, mash some of the beans against the side of the pot and add a splash of beef broth for more liquid.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 360 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American