Crock Pot Mexican Chili Con Carne

Transform your weeknight dinners with this hearty and flavor-packed Crock Pot Mexican Chili Con Carne recipe! Slow-cooked to perfection, this chili combines tender browned ground beef, vibrant bell peppers, and a robust mix of beans, all simmered in a rich tomato base infused with smoky chili powder, cumin, and a hint of cayenne for optional heat. Its irresistible aroma fills the kitchen as it cooks, creating a comforting dish that's perfect for feeding a crowd or meal prepping. Garnished with fresh cilantro and lime wedges, this easy chili recipe is a stress-free way to bring bold Mexican-inspired flavors to your table. Pair it with a crusty loaf of bread or tortilla chips for the ultimate cozy meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:360 mins

Total Time:380 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium, diced yellow onion
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 1 diced red bell pepper
• 1 diced green bell pepper
• 15 ounces, drained and rinsed kidney beans (canned)
• 15 ounces, drained and rinsed black beans (canned)
• 28 ounces, undrained diced tomatoes (canned)
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 cup beef broth
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 tablespoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon (optional for heat) cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon (adjust to taste) salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 tablespoons, chopped (for garnish) fresh cilantro
• 4 (for serving) lime wedges

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula. Drain excess fat if necessary.

Step 3

Transfer the browned beef to the crock pot.

Step 4

In the same skillet, sauté the diced onion, garlic, red bell pepper, and green bell pepper for 3-5 minutes until softened, then add them to the crock pot.

Step 5

Add the kidney beans, black beans, diced tomatoes (with their juice), tomato paste, and beef broth to the crock pot.

Step 6

Stir in chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, dried oregano, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper.

Step 7

Mix everything thoroughly, ensuring the spices are evenly distributed.

Step 8

Cover the crock pot with its lid and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours. Stir occasionally if possible.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or spices if needed.

Step 10

Serve warm in bowls, garnished with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2853.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2298.1

Total Fat 102.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 35.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.5g
Cholesterol 321.1mg	0%
Sodium 7706.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 222.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 71.4g	0%
Total Sugars 47.9g
Protein 142.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 628.1mg	0%
Iron 34.4mg	0%
Potassium 6365.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 38.7%

Protein: 23.9%

Carbs: 37.4%