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Slow Cooker Beef and Bean Chili

Simple Slow Cooker Beef and Bean Chili

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  • Author: Adeline Parker
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 hours
  • Total Time: 8 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Category: Soups & Stews
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Salt

Description

A hearty and flavorful slow cooker chili featuring lean ground beef, multiple types of beans, and a blend of spices for a comforting, easy-to-make meal.

Ingredients

  • Cooking spray
  • 2 lbs lean ground beef (or bison/turkey)
  • 2 (15 oz) cans no-salt-added tomato sauce
  • 1 (14 oz) can fire-roasted diced or crushed tomatoes
  • 1 (4 oz) can diced green chiles
  • 1 (15 oz) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (15 oz) can pinto beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (15 oz) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 ½ cups low-sodium beef broth
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 1 medium bell pepper (any color), diced
  • ½ – 1 small jalapeño, finely diced (seeds removed for less heat)
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tbsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped cilantro, green onions

Instructions

  1. Prepare your ground meat: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat, coat with cooking spray, and brown the ground beef until no longer pink, about 6-7 minutes. If excess fat accumulates, drain it off.
  2. Transfer the cooked ground beef to your slow cooker. Add all remaining ingredients: tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, green chilies, kidney beans, pinto beans, black beans, beef broth, diced onion, bell pepper, jalapeño, minced garlic, chili powder, cumin, cocoa powder, smoked paprika, cinnamon, salt, and black pepper. Stir everything thoroughly to combine.
  3. Secure the lid on your slow cooker and cook on the LOW setting for 8 hours, or on HIGH for 4-5 hours.
  4. Before serving, taste and adjust any seasonings as needed.
  5. Dish out your hearty chili and top with your favorite garnishes like shredded cheese, a dollop of sour cream, or fresh cilantro.

Notes

  • For less heat, remove seeds from the jalapeño or use less.
  • Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped cilantro, green onions.
  • This recipe uses no-salt-added tomato sauce and low-sodium broth to keep sodium levels in check.
  • Can be made with ground bison or turkey for a leaner option.

Find it online: https://www.cookeryjoy.com/simple-slow-cooker-beef-and-bean-chili/