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Crock Pot Chili

A hearty and flavorful chili that is easy to prepare and perfect for busy days or chilly evenings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb ground beef Can substitute with ground turkey or chicken.
  • 1 can kidney beans, drained Canned beans are convenient.
  • 1 can black beans, drained Canned beans are convenient.
  • 1 can diced tomatoes
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder Adjust for spice preference.
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 cup beef broth

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned, then drain any excess fat.
Cooking
  1. In the Crock Pot, add the cooked beef, kidney beans, black beans, diced tomatoes, onion, garlic, chili powder, cumin, salt, pepper, and beef broth. Stir to combine.
  2. Cover and cook on low for 6–8 hours or high for 3–4 hours.
Serving
  1. Stir once more before serving and dish up hot with your favorite toppings such as shredded cheese, sour cream, or green onions.

Notes

Leftover Crock Pot Chili can be stored in the fridge for 3–4 days in an airtight container. For longer storage, freeze for up to three months. Thaw in the fridge before reheating. For vegetarian version, omit ground beef and add more beans or vegetables.