Derek's Slow Cooker Chili

Warm, hearty, and packed with bold, comforting flavors, Derek's Slow Cooker Chili is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for cozy gatherings or weeknight dinners. This recipe combines tender ground beef, a medley of kidney and black beans, and rich diced tomatoes simmered to perfection in a robust blend of chili powder, cumin, and paprika. Slowly cooked to develop deep, savory flavors, this chili is as easy as it is delicious, thanks to the set-it-and-forget-it convenience of a slow cooker. Customize the heat level with optional cayenne pepper, and don't forget to finish it off with your favorite toppings—think melty cheese, creamy sour cream, or crunchy tortilla chips. Perfect for meal prep or feeding a hungry family, this chili is destined to become your go-to comfort food!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:360 mins

Total Time:375 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Ground beef
• 2 cans (15 ounces each) Kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can (15 ounces) Black beans, drained and rinsed
• 2 cans (15 ounces each) Diced tomatoes
• 1 can (6 ounces) Tomato paste
• 1 cup Beef broth
• 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
• 1 large Bell pepper, diced (any color)
• 4 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 3 tablespoons Chili powder
• 2 teaspoons Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until browned and no longer pink. Drain any excess grease and transfer the cooked beef to the slow cooker.

Step 2

In the same skillet, add the diced onion and bell pepper. Cook for 3-4 minutes until they begin to soften. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute. Transfer the mixture to the slow cooker.

Step 3

To the slow cooker, add the kidney beans, black beans, diced tomatoes (with their juices), tomato paste, and beef broth. Stir to combine.

Step 4

Add the chili powder, ground cumin, paprika, dried oregano, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper to the slow cooker. Stir well to ensure the spices are evenly distributed.

Step 5

Cover the slow cooker with the lid and set it to cook on low for 6-8 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking, if possible.

Step 6

Taste the chili towards the end of the cooking time and adjust the seasonings as needed, adding more salt, pepper, or chili powder to taste.

Step 7

Serve the chili hot, topped with your favorite garnishes such as shredded cheese, sour cream, sliced green onions, or crushed tortilla chips. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3780.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3750.1

Total Fat 185.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 68.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 642.3mg	0%
Sodium 5367.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 306.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 103.8g	0%
Total Sugars 59.1g
Protein 228.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 949.7mg	0%
Iron 54.1mg	0%
Potassium 9979.6mg	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: 43.8%

Protein: 24.1%

Carbs: 32.2%