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Hearty Slow Cooker Chili

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A comforting and easy chili recipe perfect for a cool autumn evening, filling your home with warm aromas.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs ground beef
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 bell peppers, chopped
  • 2 (15 oz) cans kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 2 (15 oz) cans diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 (15 oz) can tomato sauce
  • 1 (10 oz) can Rotel, undrained
  • 2 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped green onions

Instructions

  1. Brown ground beef in a skillet over medium-high heat. Drain off any excess grease.
  2. Transfer the browned beef to your slow cooker.
  3. Add the chopped onion and bell peppers to the slow cooker.
  4. Stir in the kidney beans, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and Rotel.
  5. Add the chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir everything to combine.
  6. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
  7. Serve hot with your favorite toppings.

Notes

  • For a thicker chili, you can leave the lid slightly ajar during the last hour of cooking.
  • This chili freezes well for future meals.
  • Consider this a great option for meal planning.

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