Description
A hearty and flavorful slow cooker chili recipe that’s easy to make and perfect for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs ground beef or ground turkey
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2-3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes
- 1 (15 oz) can tomato sauce
- 1 (15 oz) can diced tomatoes, undrained
- 2 (15 oz) cans kidney beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 (15 oz) can pinto beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 (4 oz) can chopped green chiles, undrained
- 1 cup beef broth
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tbsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped red onion, jalapeños, cornbread
Instructions
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef or turkey over medium-high heat. Drain any excess fat.
- Add the chopped onion to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Transfer the browned meat, onion, and garlic to a slow cooker.
- Add the crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes (undrained), kidney beans, pinto beans, green chiles (undrained), and beef broth to the slow cooker.
- Stir in the chili powder, cumin, oregano, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours. The longer it cooks, the more the flavors will meld.
- Stir well before serving. Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary.
- Serve hot with your favorite toppings.
Notes
- For a spicier chili, increase the amount of cayenne pepper or add a pinch of red pepper flakes.
- If you don’t have beef broth, chicken broth or vegetable broth can be used as a substitute.
- This chili can be made ahead of time and reheats well.