Cozy Crockpot Chili Recipe
A hearty and comforting crockpot chili with tender beef, beans, and a perfect blend of spices. Easy to prepare and ideal for cozy nights or gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours (low) or 3-4 hours (high)
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes to 8 hours 15 minutes (low) or 3 hours 15 minutes to 4 hours 15 minutes (high)
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 pounds (680g) ground beef (85% lean)
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 can (15 oz / 425g) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz / 425g) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (28 oz / 796g) diced tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 cup (240ml) beef broth
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
- ½ teaspoon chipotle powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Optional toppings: shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, sliced green onions, fresh cilantro, avocado slices
Instructions
- Dice the onion, mince the garlic, and rinse the beans under cold water (about 10 minutes).
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook until no longer pink, about 6-8 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Add diced onion to the skillet and cook until translucent, about 4 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn.
- Transfer beef, onion, and garlic mixture to the crockpot. Add kidney beans, black beans, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and beef broth. Stir to combine.
- Sprinkle chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, chipotle powder, salt, and pepper over the mixture. Stir well to coat ingredients evenly.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
- About 30 minutes before serving, taste and adjust seasoning if needed. If chili is too thick, add a splash of broth or water to loosen.
- Optional: uncover during the last hour to thicken chili by evaporation. Stir once or twice during cooking to prevent sticking.
Notes
Brown the meat before adding to the crockpot for deeper flavor. Use fresh spices for best taste. Avoid lifting the lid during cooking to maintain heat. Adjust chipotle powder gradually to control spice level. For thicker chili, uncover during last hour of cooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximatel
- Calories: 350400
- Fat: 15
- Carbohydrates: 25
- Fiber: 8
- Protein: 30
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