Cozy up with a hearty bowl of Chili Crock Pot, the ultimate comfort food simmered to perfection. This easy, slow-cooked recipe combines seasoned ground beef with a medley of beans, diced tomatoes, and a bold blend of spices like chili powder, cumin, and paprika for a satisfying depth of flavor. Perfect for busy weeknights or make-ahead meals, the crock pot does all the work, transforming simple ingredients into a robust, crowd-pleasing dish. Top it off with your favorite garnishes—think shredded cheese, sour cream, or creamy avocado—for a customizable masterpiece. With minimal prep time and maximum flavor, this chili recipe is as convenient as it is delicious, making it a must-try for chili lovers everywhere.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through (about 5-7 minutes). Drain any excess fat.
Transfer the cooked ground beef to the crock pot.
In the same skillet, sauté the diced onion and minced garlic for 2-3 minutes, until softened and fragrant. Transfer them to the crock pot.
Add the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, kidney beans (drained and rinsed), black beans (drained and rinsed), chili beans with their sauce, chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, pepper, and beef broth to the crock pot.
Stir everything well to combine.
Set the crock pot to low and cook for 6-8 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed before serving.
Serve warm with your choice of optional toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped cilantro, diced avocado, or sliced jalapeños.
Calories |
3363 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 138.3 g | 177% | |
| Saturated Fat | 48.1 g | 241% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 347 mg | 116% | |
| Sodium | 10115 mg | 440% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 355.7 g | 129% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 121.8 g | 435% | |
| Total Sugars | 57.2 g | ||
| Protein | 190.1 g | 380% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 1190 mg | 92% | |
| Iron | 54.5 mg | 303% | |
| Potassium | 9283 mg | 198% | |
*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.