Crock Pot Ground Beef and Beans
Warm, hearty, and packed with robust flavors, this Crock Pot Ground Beef and Beans recipe is the ultimate slow-cooker comfort food. Featuring tender ground beef, three types of protein-packed beans (kidney, black, and pinto), and a rich, savory base of diced tomatoes and tomato sauce, this dish is infused with bold spices like chili powder, cumin, and paprika for a satisfying kick. With a quick 15-minute prep time and a leisurely 6-8 hours in the slow cooker, this one-pot wonder is a no-fuss dinner perfect for busy weeknights or meal prepping. Serve it piping hot with optional toppings like sour cream, shredded cheese, or green onions for a customizable meal that will please the whole family. Ideal for chili lovers, hearty stews, and make-ahead crock pot dinners, this recipe is a must-try for your comfort food repertoire!
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Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans
- 1 can (15 oz) pinto beans
- 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce
- 1 medium, diced onion
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.5 cup water
- 0 optional toppings (sour cream, shredded cheese, green onions, etc.)
Directions
Step 1
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened.
Step 2
Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula as it cooks. Drain any excess grease if necessary.
Step 3
Transfer the cooked ground beef and onions to the crock pot.
Step 4
Drain and rinse the kidney beans, black beans, and pinto beans. Add them to the crock pot along with the diced tomatoes (with their juices) and tomato sauce.
Step 5
Stir in the minced garlic, chili powder, ground cumin, paprika, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine all ingredients.
Step 6
Pour in the water to ensure the mixture has enough liquid to stay moist during cooking. Stir gently.
Step 7
Cover the crock pot with the lid and set it to cook on LOW for 6-8 hours or HIGH for 3-4 hours.
Step 8
Once the cooking time is complete, give the mixture a good stir, taste, and adjust seasonings if needed.
Step 9
Serve hot in bowls and top with optional toppings such as sour cream, shredded cheese, or green onions, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (2727.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2979.1 |
| Total Fat 140.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 43.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 13.4g | |
| Cholesterol 316.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 7084.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 291.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 96.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 35.4g | |
| Protein 165.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 982.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 36.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 5450.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories