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Crockpot Chili (Slow Cooker Chili)

A hearty, flavorful slow cooker chili made with ground beef, beans, tomatoes, and bold spices. Perfect comfort food that’s hands-off and packed with flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Dinner, Main Dish
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 310
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chili Ingredients
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 15 oz kidney beans drained
  • 15 oz black beans drained
  • 28 oz crushed tomatoes
  • 14 oz diced tomatoes
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 2 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tbsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp salt adjust to taste
  • 0.5 tsp oregano
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar optional
Optional Toppings
  • shredded cheese
  • sour cream
  • green onions sliced

Equipment

  • Slow cooker
  • Skillet
  • Mixing spoon
  • Chef’s knife

Method
 

  1. Brown ground beef with onions and garlic in a skillet; drain fat.
  2. Transfer beef mixture to the slow cooker.
  3. Add beans, crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, broth, and all spices.
  4. Stir well to combine.
  5. Cook on LOW for 6–8 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours.
  6. Adjust thickness if needed, then serve with toppings.

Notes

For extra heat, add jalapeños, chili flakes, or chipotle peppers. Chili tastes even better the next day.