50 Chili for the Crockpot

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Transform your next family dinner with the bold and hearty "50 Chili for the Crockpot," a crowd-pleasing recipe brimming with layers of flavor and customizable ingredients. Featuring a savory blend of ground beef and pork (or optional turkey), three types of beans, and a medley of fresh veggies like bell peppers, onions, and jalapeño, this slow-cooked chili is both satisfying and versatile. The depth of its rich, tomato-based broth is elevated with smoky spices, a hint of cocoa powder, maple syrup, and a splash of beer, creating an irresistible combination of sweet, spicy, and umami flavors. With optional add-ins like sweet potatoes, zucchini, or spinach, this dish can easily be tailored to your preferences. Perfect for parties or cozy weeknight meals, simply top with sour cream, shredded cheese, or fresh cilantro for a deliciously customizable chili experience. Prep it in just 25 minutes, let it simmer to perfection in your crockpot, and serve up comfort in every bowl!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 25 min
• Cook Time: 8 hr
• Total Time: 8 hr 25 min
• Servings: 8 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

50 items

• 1.5 pounds ground beef
• 1 pound ground pork
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large yellow onion, diced
• 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
• 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
• 1 small jalapeño pepper, finely chopped
• 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
• 15 ounces tomato sauce
• 10 ounces diced tomatoes with green chilies
• 15 ounces red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 15 ounces black beans, drained and rinsed
• 15 ounces pinto beans, drained and rinsed
• 12 ounces beer (lager or ale)
• 1 cup beef stock
• 3 tablespoons chili powder
• 2 tablespoons ground cumin
• 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 0.25 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon hot sauce
• 1 leaf bay leaf
• 2 teaspoons kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
• optional sour cream (for topping)
• optional shredded cheddar cheese (for topping)
• optional chopped green onions (for topping)
• optional sliced jalapeño (for topping)
• optional fresh cilantro (for topping)
• 1 tablespoon white vinegar
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup
• 1.5 pounds ground turkey (substitute for beef, optional)
• 1.5 cups corn kernels, optional (for texture)
• 2 peppers chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, diced
• 2 tablespoons lime juice, freshly squeezed
• 1 teaspoon red chili flakes
• 1 cup vegetable stock (substitute for beef stock)
• 1 medium sweet potato, diced
• 1.5 cups butternut squash, diced
• 1 medium zucchini, diced
• 2 cups spinach leaves

📝 Instructions

11 steps

1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil, then the ground beef and ground pork. Cook until browned, breaking apart with a spoon, about 8-10 minutes. Drain excess fat.

2. Transfer the browned meat to the crockpot.

3. In the same skillet, add the diced onions, red bell peppers, green bell peppers, and jalapeño. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.

4. Transfer the sautéed vegetables to the crockpot.

5. To the crockpot, add the crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes with green chilies, red kidney beans, black beans, pinto beans, beer, and beef stock.

6. Stir in the chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, dried oregano, dried thyme, ground cinnamon, unsweetened cocoa powder, and brown sugar.

7. Add the soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, bay leaf, kosher salt, and black pepper. Mix well.

8. Add additional optional vegetables such as diced sweet potato, butternut squash, zucchini, or spinach if desired.

9. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or on high for 4-5 hours.

10. Once the chili has finished cooking, add the fresh lime juice and adjust seasonings to taste with more salt or spices if needed.

11. Serve in bowls and top with sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, chopped green onions, sliced jalapeño, or fresh cilantro if desired.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (7368.6g)

Calories		7389
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		346.1 g	444%
	Saturated Fat	117.6 g	588%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	2.7 g
Cholesterol		1449 mg	483%
Sodium		8472 mg	368%
Total Carbohydrate		574.4 g	209%
	Dietary Fiber	139.9 g	500%
	Total Sugars	148.3 g
Protein		514.3 g	1029%
Vitamin D		0.2 mcg	1%
Calcium		1868 mg	144%
Iron		79.6 mg	442%
Potassium		15119 mg	322%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 3114 cal (41.7%%)

Protein: 2057 cal (27.5%%)

Carbs: 2297 cal (30.8%%)