Description
Hearty Crockpot Chili delivers robust flavors that simmer slowly, melding spices and tender meats into a comforting meal. Warm bowls of this classic comfort dish welcome you with rich, satisfying goodness perfect for chilly evenings.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat:
- 1 pound ground beef (or ground turkey)
Spices and Seasonings:
- 1.5 teaspoons (7.5 ml) salt
- 0.25 teaspoon (1.25 ml) black pepper
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) chili powder
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon (2.5 ml) ground chipotle
- 0.5 teaspoon (2.5 ml) cayenne pepper
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) liquid smoke
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Canned Ingredients:
- 14 ounces (397 grams) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 28 ounces (794 grams) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 15 ounces (425 grams) tomato sauce
Instructions
- Sizzle ground beef in a skillet at medium heat until thoroughly browned, meticulously draining any accumulated fat.
- Incorporate diced onions, bell peppers, and minced garlic into the skillet, sautéing until vegetables become translucent and aromatic.
- Relocate the seasoned meat and softened vegetables into the crockpot, ensuring even distribution.
- Sprinkle chili powder, cumin, ground chipotle, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper across the mixture, gently stirring to integrate robust spices.
- Enhance flavor profile by introducing Worcestershire sauce and liquid smoke, creating a deep, complex taste foundation.
- Gently fold in kidney beans, diced tomatoes, and tomato sauce, stirring to blend all components harmoniously.
- Secure crockpot lid and allow contents to simmer: 6-8 hours on low temperature or 3-4 hours on high temperature.
- Periodically stir the chili, tasting and adjusting seasonings to achieve desired flavor intensity.
- Once cooking cycle completes, ladle into serving bowls and garnish with preferred toppings for a personalized culinary experience.
Notes
- Brown meat thoroughly to develop deep, rich flavors and prevent watery chili consistency.
- Use lean ground beef (90/10) to reduce excess fat while maintaining delicious meaty texture.
- Add a splash of beef broth for extra moisture if chili appears too thick during slow cooking.
- Customize heat levels by adjusting cayenne pepper and chipotle amounts for mild or spicy preferences.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours (on Low) or 3 hours (on High)
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 230 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg