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The Ultimate Crockpot Chili Recipe

The Ultimate Crockpot Chili Recipe

This hearty Crockpot chili recipe is easy to make and perfect for chilly weather, loaded with flavors from various meats and beans.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course, Main Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 10 servings
Calories 433 kcal

Equipment

  • 6 quart crockpot or slow cooker

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1 pound Italian sausage or spicy Italian sausage or ground beef
  • 1 medium yellow onion diced
  • 1 count red bell pepper seeded and chopped
  • 1 to 2 count garlic cloves minced
  • 30 ounces kidney beans rinsed well and drained (2 15 oz cans)
  • 15 ounces pinto beans rinsed well and drained (1 can)
  • 29 ounces diced tomatoes use the entire can, juice and all
  • 3 ounces tomato paste
  • 8 ounces tomato sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 teaspoon hot sauce
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar or granulated sugar

Instructions
 

  • Brown the ground beef and sausage in a large skillet over medium heat until mostly cooked through. A little pink is fine.
  • Add the diced onion, bell pepper, and garlic and stir to combine, cooking over medium heat until onion is translucent.
  • Transfer the beef mixture to a 6 quart crockpot or slow cooker.
  • Add the kidney and pinto beans.
  • Top with diced tomatoes, tomato paste, tomato sauce, Worcestershire sauce, beef broth and hot sauce.
  • Next add the seasonings (chili powder, cumin, paprika, cayenne, salt, pepper and sugar). Stir to combine.
  • Place the lid on the slow cooker and cook on low for 4 to 6 hours or on high for 2 to 3 hours, stirring occasionally.
  • Serve with desired toppings such as shredded cheese, sour cream, corn chips, tortilla chips, etc.

Notes

Leftover chili can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months. Defrost overnight in the refrigerator for best results. Leftovers can be reheated over medium-low heat on the stovetop or in the microwave.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 433kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 29gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 62mgSodium: 836mgPotassium: 1220mgFiber: 12gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 1290IUVitamin C: 29.4mgCalcium: 99mgIron: 7mg
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