Mama T's Crock Pot or Stove Top Chili

Get ready to warm up with *Mama T's Crock Pot or Stove Top Chili*, a hearty and flavorful chili recipe perfect for cozy nights or game-day gatherings. This versatile dish can be slow-cooked for hours in a crock pot, allowing the spices and ingredients to meld perfectly, or simmered on the stove for a quicker, equally delicious option. Packed with protein-rich ground beef or turkey, vibrant bell peppers, savory onions, and a lush blend of beans, it's all brought together with a bold medley of chili powder, cumin, and a touch of cayenne for just the right amount of kick. It's an all-in-one crowd-pleaser that's easy to customize with your favorite toppings, from tangy sour cream to crunchy tortilla chips. Whether you’re meal-prepping or cooking for a hungry crowd, this easy chili recipe is a flavorful classic you'll keep coming back to!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:255 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds ground beef or ground turkey
• 1 large onion, diced
• 1 medium bell pepper, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 28 ounces canned diced tomatoes
• 15 ounces canned tomato sauce
• 15 ounces canned kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 15 ounces canned black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup beef broth or water
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 tablespoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef (or turkey) and cook until browned, breaking up the meat as it cooks. Drain any excess grease and transfer the cooked meat to a crock pot or a large pot, if cooking on the stove.

Step 2

In the same skillet, add the diced onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic. Sauté for 3-5 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened. Transfer these to the crock pot or the pot on the stove.

Step 3

Add the canned diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, kidney beans, black beans, and beef broth (or water) to the pot.

Step 4

Stir in the chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly to combine.

Step 5

If using a crock pot, set it to low and cook for 6-8 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours. If cooking on the stove, bring the chili to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 1-2 hours, stirring occasionally.

Step 6

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed before serving. Serve hot with your favorite toppings such as shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped green onions, or tortilla chips.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3585.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3583.9

Total Fat 206.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 73.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.1g
Cholesterol 658.1mg	0%
Sodium 7641.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 234.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 79.8g	0%
Total Sugars 57.0g
Protein 201.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 889.3mg	0%
Iron 47.8mg	0%
Potassium 8335.7mg	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: 51.5%

Protein: 22.4%

Carbs: 26.1%