Description
This hearty, flavor-packed Slow Cooker Chili is the ultimate comfort food. Loaded with beans, ground beef, and rich spices, it’s an effortless meal that practically cooks itself, making it perfect for busy weeknights, meal prep, or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- ¾ cup diced onion
- ¾ cup diced celery
- ¾ cup diced green bell pepper
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 (10.75-ounce) cans tomato puree
- 1 (15-ounce) can kidney beans (with liquid)
- 1 (15-ounce) can kidney beans (drained)
- 1 (15-ounce) can cannellini beans (with liquid)
- ½ tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¾ teaspoon dried basil
- ¾ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon dried parsley
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ⅛ teaspoon hot pepper sauce
Instructions
- Prepare the Ground Beef:
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and add the ground beef.
- Cook for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and fully cooked.
- Drain excess grease and transfer the beef to the slow cooker.
- Add the Vegetables:
- Dice the onion, celery, and green bell pepper, and mince the garlic.
- Add all the vegetables to the slow cooker with the beef.
- Incorporate the Beans and Tomato Puree:
- Add the tomato puree, kidney beans (both with liquid and drained), and cannellini beans (with liquid) to the slow cooker.
- Season the Chili:
- Add chili powder, salt, basil, oregano, parsley, black pepper, and hot pepper sauce.
- Stir everything together until well combined.
- Slow Cook:
- Cover the slow cooker and set it to Low.
- Cook for 8 hours, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- Serve:
- Serve the chili hot, garnished with your favorite toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, or chopped green onions.
Notes
- Customize the Spice: Adjust the amount of hot pepper sauce or add cayenne pepper for extra heat.
- Toppings: Enhance your chili with toppings like diced avocado, crushed tortilla chips, or fresh cilantro.
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American