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Slow Cooker Chili

A comforting and hearty chili cooked slowly to blend flavors, perfect for gatherings or family dinners.

  • Total Time: 380 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 Tbsp olive oil
  • 2 lbs lean ground beef
  • 1 large yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, finely minced
  • 2 cans (14.5 oz each) diced tomatoes with green chilies
  • 3 cans (8 oz each) tomato sauce
  • 1/2 cup beef broth
  • 2 Tbsp chili powder
  • 2.5 tsp ground cumin
  • 2 tsp paprika
  • 2 tsp unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp granulated sugar
  • 1/2 tsp ground coriander
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 can (15 oz) dark red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (15 oz) light red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • Shredded cheddar cheese, for serving

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large deep non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add finely chopped onions and sauté for about 3 minutes. Add minced garlic and sauté for an additional 30 seconds. Pour into a slow cooker.
  3. In the same skillet, brown the ground beef, draining most of the fat, then add to the slow cooker.
  4. Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, beef broth, chili powder, ground cumin, paprika, cocoa powder, sugar, ground coriander, and season with salt and pepper.
  5. Cover and cook on low heat for about 5 to 6 hours.
  6. At the end of cooking, stir in both dark and light red kidney beans and heat for about 2 minutes before serving with toppings.

Notes

Customize with your favorite toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, or fresh herbs.

  • Author: miguel-santiago
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 360 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: None

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 7g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 36g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: chili, slow cooker, comfort food