Description
This hearty Slow Cooker Chili recipe combines lean ground beef, tomatoes, beans, and a blend of spices, slow-cooked to perfection for a rich and comforting meal. Perfectly spiced and easy to prepare, it’s an ideal dish for gatherings or a cozy family dinner, served with your favorite toppings like sour cream, grated cheese, green onions, and Fritos.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 ½ lbs. lean ground beef
- ½ cup chopped white onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cans (14.5 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 2 cans (15 ounces each) chili beans in sauce, undrained
- 2 cans (8 ounces each) tomato sauce
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 ½ teaspoons ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
Toppings (Optional)
- Sour cream
- Grated cheese
- Green onions
- Fritos
Instructions
- Brown the Beef Mixture: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the lean ground beef, chopped white onion, and minced garlic together for 8 to 10 minutes. Stir occasionally to ensure the beef browns evenly. Once fully cooked and browned, drain off any excess grease.
- Combine Ingredients in Slow Cooker: Transfer the browned beef mixture into a greased 4 to 6 quart slow cooker. Add the undrained diced tomatoes, chili beans in sauce, tomato sauce, chili powder, ground cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir everything thoroughly until all the ingredients are well combined.
- Slow Cook the Chili: Cover the slow cooker with its lid and cook the chili on low heat for 6 hours. This slow cooking melds the flavors together, resulting in a rich, flavorful chili.
- Serve and Garnish: Once cooking is complete, serve the chili warm. Add your preferred toppings such as sour cream, grated cheese, green onions, and crunchy Fritos for added texture and flavor enjoyment.
Notes
- For a spicier chili, consider adding cayenne pepper or diced jalapeños along with the spices.
- Lean ground beef helps to reduce fat but still provides rich flavor; you can substitute with ground turkey for a leaner option.
- Be sure to stir the chili before serving to mix any settled ingredients.
- Using a slow cooker makes this recipe convenient and ideal for meal prep or busy days.
- If you prefer thicker chili, you can cook uncovered for the last 30 minutes to reduce liquid.
