Slow Cooker Beef Chili with Ground Beef and Kidney Beans Recipe
Servings: 6-8
Cook Time: 8 hours
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 8 hours 20 minutes
Description: A hearty and flavorful slow cooker beef chili recipe made with ground beef, kidney beans, and a blend of spices. Perfect for a cold winter’s day or a quick and easy weeknight dinner.
Ingredients:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 large onion, diced
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (14.5 oz) beef broth
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, diced onions, and crushed tortilla chips
Instructions:
- Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat, breaking it up into small pieces as it cooks.
- Add the diced onion, minced garlic, and diced red bell pepper to the skillet and cook until the vegetables are tender.
- Stir in the chili powder, cumin, paprika, and cayenne pepper (if using) and cook for 1-2 minutes.
- Transfer the ground beef mixture to the slow cooker.
- Add the diced tomatoes, kidney beans, and beef broth to the slow cooker. Stir to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours.
- Serve hot, topped with your choice of optional toppings.
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A warm and inviting bowl of slow cooker beef chili, topped with a dollop of sour cream, shredded cheese, and crushed tortilla chips. The rich flavors of the ground beef, kidney beans, and spices meld together perfectly in this comforting and satisfying dish.
Nutrition Information (per serving):
- Calories: 420
- Protein: 35g
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
- Sodium: 450mg
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 6g
- Sugar: 6g
Tips and Variations:
- For a spicier chili, add more cayenne pepper or use hot sauce to taste.
- For a vegetarian option, replace the ground beef with cooked black beans, roasted sweet potatoes, or tempeh.
- Experiment with different spices, such as ground coriander or smoked paprika, to add depth and complexity to the chili.
- Serve with crusty bread, cornbread, or over rice for a filling and satisfying meal.
Enjoy your delicious and easy slow cooker beef chili with ground beef and kidney beans!
