Slow Cooker Chili
Slow Cooker Chili is a hearty and flavorful dish that perfectly blends spices, savory ground beef, and vibrant vegetables. As it simmers in your slow cooker, the enticing aroma fills your home, making it an ideal meal for chilly evenings or game day gatherings. Each bowl delivers a satisfying burst of bold flavors that will leave everyone craving more.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (14.5 oz) fire-roasted diced tomatoes
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
- In the same skillet, sauté onion and bell pepper until soft (about 5 minutes).
- Transfer meat and vegetables to the slow cooker. Add kidney beans, diced tomatoes (with juices), chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 298
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider using ground turkey instead of beef or adding corn for sweetness. Customize with jalapeños for extra spice or incorporate leftover veggies to reduce waste.