Easy Mild Crockpot Chili
Warm, hearty, and irresistibly simple, this Easy Mild Crockpot Chili is the perfect family-friendly dinner for busy weeknights or cozy weekends. Packed with tender ground beef, hearty beans, and aromatic vegetables, this recipe features a mild blend of chili powder, cumin, and paprika for a flavor that’s rich but not overpowering. With just 20 minutes of prep time, the crockpot does all the work, simmering the ingredients to perfection for a comforting bowl of chili that’s ready when you are. Serve it with your favorite toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, or fresh cilantro for a personalized touch. This mild chili recipe is an easy, flavorful, and crowd-pleasing dish that’s sure to become a staple in your meal rotation. Perfect for those new to chili or anyone who prefers a less spicy option, it’s a comforting classic made with convenience in mind.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium (diced) onion
- 3 cloves (minced) garlic
- 1 medium (diced) green bell pepper
- 28 ounces canned diced tomatoes
- 15 ounces (drained and rinsed) canned kidney beans
- 15 ounces (drained and rinsed) canned black beans
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 cup chicken or beef broth
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it into smaller pieces with a spoon. Drain any excess fat.
Add the diced onion, minced garlic, and green bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.
Transfer the cooked beef and vegetables to your crockpot.
Add the canned diced tomatoes, kidney beans, black beans, tomato paste, and chicken or beef broth to the crockpot.
Stir in the chili powder, ground cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
Mix everything thoroughly to combine.
Cover the crockpot and cook on high for 4 hours or on low for 6-8 hours.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary before serving.
Serve hot, optionally garnished with shredded cheese, sour cream, or chopped fresh cilantro.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2732 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 124.6 g | 160% | |
| Saturated Fat | 41.2 g | 206% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 9.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 317 mg | 106% | |
| Sodium | 7225 mg | 314% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 257.6 g | 94% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 95.7 g | 342% | |
| Total Sugars | 42.1 g | ||
| Protein | 160.8 g | 322% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 768 mg | 59% | |
| Iron | 42.1 mg | 234% | |
| Potassium | 7350 mg | 156% | |
*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.
