Hearty Crockpot Cabbage Beef Chili

Warm your soul with this **Hearty Crockpot Cabbage Beef Chili**, a comforting one-pot meal that's as nourishing as it is flavorful. Loaded with savory ground beef, tender green cabbage, protein-packed beans, and a rich blend of smoky spices like chili powder and smoked paprika, this slow-cooked chili is perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or meal prep. The addition of tomato paste and beef broth creates a luscious base, while the slow simmer in the crockpot ensures the flavors meld beautifully over time. With just 20 minutes of prep and the convenience of a hands-off cook time, this chili is effortless yet satisfying. Serve it piping hot, topped with fresh parsley or cilantro, for a hearty dish your whole family will love!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:360 mins

Total Time:380 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 lb Ground beef
• 1 tbsp Olive oil
• 3 Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
• 4 cups Green cabbage, chopped
• 28 oz Canned diced tomatoes
• 15 oz Canned kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 15 oz Canned black beans, drained and rinsed
• 2 cups Beef broth
• 2 tbsp Tomato paste
• 2 tbsp Chili powder
• 1 tbsp Ground cumin
• 1 tsp Smoked paprika
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 0.25 tsp Red pepper flakes (optional)
• 2 tbsp Fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil and ground beef, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Transfer the cooked beef to the crockpot.

Step 2

In the same skillet, add the diced onion and minced garlic. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened and fragrant. Transfer to the crockpot.

Step 3

Add the chopped cabbage, canned diced tomatoes (with juice), kidney beans, black beans, beef broth, and tomato paste to the crockpot.

Step 4

Sprinkle in the chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir everything well to combine.

Step 5

Cover the crockpot with the lid and set it to cook on LOW for 6-8 hours or HIGH for 3-4 hours. The cabbage should be tender and the flavors fully melded together.

Step 6

Taste and adjust seasonings if needed. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley or cilantro.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3137.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2506.7

Total Fat 125.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 41.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.2g
Cholesterol 337.0mg	0%
Sodium 7092.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 215.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 78.7g	0%
Total Sugars 46.8g
Protein 145.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 872.8mg	0%
Iron 37.2mg	0%
Potassium 6596.0mg	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: 43.9%

Protein: 22.6%

Carbs: 33.5%