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Easy Crock Pot Beef Chili

A close-up of a bowl filled with hearty crock pot chili, featuring ground beef, kidney beans, and tomatoes.
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A simple and hearty crock pot chili recipe with ground beef and beans, perfect for a weeknight meal or game day.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds ground beef
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
  • 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 (4 ounce) can diced green chilies
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 cup beef broth

Instructions

  1. Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Drain off any excess grease.
  2. Add the chopped onion to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
  3. Transfer the beef and onion mixture to your slow cooker.
  4. Stir in the crushed tomatoes, kidney beans, black beans, pinto beans, and diced green chilies.
  5. Add the chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper (if using). Season with salt and black pepper.
  6. Pour in the beef broth and stir everything to combine.
  7. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the flavors have melded and the chili is heated through.
  8. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed before serving.

Notes

  • For a thicker chili, uncover the slow cooker for the last 30 minutes of cooking.
  • Serve with your favorite toppings such as shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped onions, or cornbread.
  • This chili freezes well. Let it cool completely, then store in airtight containers for up to 3 months.

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