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Crockpot Chili

This hearty and flavorful Crockpot Chili is the ultimate comfort food and one of the easiest Slow Cooker Meals you can make. Packed with ground meat, beans, and bold spices, this Homemade Chili Recipe Crockpot is perfect for busy days, family dinners, or meal prep. If you're looking for the Best Damn Chili Recipe, this one delivers rich, slow-cooked flavor every time!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef or ground turkey
  • 1 can kidney beans drained
  • 1 can black beans drained
  • 1 can diced tomatoes
  • 1 small onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • Optional Add-ins:
  • 1 bell pepper chopped
  • ½ cup corn
  • Jalapeños for extra heat

Method
 

  1. In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef. Drain excess fat.
  2. Transfer the cooked beef to the crockpot.
  3. Add beans, diced tomatoes, onion, garlic, and spices.
  4. Pour in beef broth and stir to combine.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 6–8 hours or high for 3–4 hours.
  6. Stir occasionally if possible.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning before serving.
  8. Serve hot with your favorite toppings.

Notes

Browning the meat first enhances flavor.
Use a mix of beans for better texture.
Let chili cook longer for deeper flavor.
Add less broth for a thicker chili.
Try a simplified Easy Chili Recipe Crockpot 5 Ingredient version for quick prep.