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Slow-Cooker Chili

Slow-Cooker Chili: Your Cozy Comfort Food Solution

This Slow-Cooker Chili is a hearty and comforting dish perfect for chilly evenings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 lb Ground Beef or Turkey Your choice of protein
  • 1 medium Onion Chopped, yellow or white
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 15 oz Kidney Beans Canned, drained and rinsed
  • 15 oz Black Beans Canned, drained and rinsed
  • 14.5 oz Diced Tomatoes Canned, fire-roasted for smokiness
For Flavor
  • 2 tbsp Tomato Paste Can use crushed tomatoes as alternative
  • 1 cup Beef or Chicken Broth Use vegetable broth for vegetarian option
  • 2 tbsp Chili Powder Adjust based on heat tolerance
  • 1 tbsp Ground Cumin Can substitute with coriander
  • 1 tbsp Smoked Paprika Regular paprika can be swapped
  • 1 tbsp Dried Oregano Fresh oregano works too
  • 1/4 tsp Cayenne Pepper Omit for milder chili
  • 1 tsp Salt Sea salt is a great option
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
Optional Additions
  • 1 cup Corn Kernels Frozen corn is a great choice
  • 1 medium Bell Pepper Any color, chopped
  • 2 tbsp Cocoa Powder Can substitute with dark chocolate
  • 1 medium Fresh Jalapeños Remove seeds for milder warmth

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a skillet over medium heat, brown your choice of ground beef or turkey for about 5–7 minutes, then transfer to the slow cooker.
  2. In the slow cooker with the meat, add chopped onion and minced garlic, then pour in the beans, diced tomatoes, and tomato paste followed by broth.
  3. Stir in chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, dried oregano, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
  4. Cover the slow cooker and set it to low for 7–8 hours or high for 4–5 hours.
  5. Taste the chili and adjust seasoning if needed before serving.
  6. Ladle the warm chili into bowls and garnish as desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 12gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 20mg

Notes

Browning the meat deepens flavor; customize with your favorite beans or vegetables. Leftovers freeze well for quick meals.

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