Easy and Flavorful Crockpot Chili
Experience the warmth and comfort of homemade chili with this easy crockpot recipe. Packed with hearty ingredients like ground beef, kidney beans, and a medley of spices, this dish offers a rich flavor that develops beautifully through slow cooking. Perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings, this chili can easily be customized to suit your taste. Serve it topped with cheese and sour cream for a cozy meal that will have everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 to 8 hours
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: About 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes (with juice)
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups beef broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
- Add the chopped onion and bell peppers to the skillet; sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Transfer the cooked meat and vegetables to the crockpot. Stir in kidney beans, diced tomatoes, garlic, spices, salt, pepper, and beef broth.
- Cover with the lid and set your crockpot on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- Once cooked, stir well before serving warm with your favorite toppings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg