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Crockpot Chili (Slow Cooker Chili)

A hearty, flavorful slow cooker chili made with ground beef, beans, tomatoes, and warm spices. Easy, comforting, and perfect for weeknights or meal prep.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chili Base
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 bell pepper diced
Tomatoes & Beans
  • 15 oz diced tomatoes
  • 15 oz tomato sauce
  • 15 oz kidney beans drained
  • 15 oz black or pinto beans drained
Spices
  • 3 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tbsp ground cumin
  • 2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • 0.5 tsp salt adjust to taste
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
Liquid
  • 1 cup beef broth

Equipment

  • Crockpot
  • Skillet
  • Spatula
  • Can opener

Method
 

  1. Brown the ground beef in a skillet, breaking it apart as it cooks.
  2. Add diced onion, garlic, and bell pepper; cook 2–3 minutes until softened.
  3. Transfer beef mixture to the crockpot.
  4. Add tomatoes, tomato sauce, beans, broth, and all spices. Stir to combine.
  5. Cook on LOW for 6–8 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  7. Serve hot with desired toppings.

Notes

For thicker chili, remove the lid during the last 30 minutes of cooking.