Crock Pot Chili #2

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Servings: 6 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A hearty, slow-cooked beef chili with tender beans and rich tomato flavor
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This classic American chili is the ultimate comfort food, designed to meld flavors over a long, slow cook. Ground chuck simmers gently until it breaks down into a rich, savory sauce, while dry pinto or kidney beans soften to a creamy consistency. The blend of chili powder, cumin, and black pepper provides a warm, aromatic depth without overwhelming heat. Perfect for chilly evenings, family dinners, or meal prep, this dish improves as it sits. It’s rustic, satisfying, and incredibly easy to throw together in the morning for a delicious dinner waiting for you later. Serve with cornbread or over rice for a filling meal.

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Crock Pot Chili #2

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6 Calories: 136.4

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This classic American chili is the ultimate comfort food, designed to meld flavors over a long, slow cook. Ground chuck simmers gently until it breaks down into a rich, savory sauce, while dry pinto or kidney beans soften to a creamy consistency. The blend of chili powder, cumin, and black pepper provides a warm, aromatic depth without overwhelming heat. Perfect for chilly evenings, family dinners, or meal prep, this dish improves as it sits. It&# 226;ÂÂs rustic, satisfying, and incredibly easy to throw together in the morning for a delicious dinner waiting for you later. Serve with cornbread or over rice for a filling meal.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Rinse the dry pinto or kidney beans under cold water and drain well.
  2. In a large skillet, brown the ground chuck over medium-high heat, breaking it into small crumbles as it cooks. Drain excess fat if desired.
  3. Place the browned beef, rinsed beans, and water into the slow cooker.
  4. Add the canned tomatoes (undrained), chili powder, cumin, and black pepper to the slow cooker.
  5. Stir all ingredients together gently to combine.
  6. Cover and cook on LOW for 10 to 12 hours, or on HIGH for 5 to 6 hours, until the beans are tender and the meat is fully cooked.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 136.4kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 2.0g4%
Saturated Fat 0.3g2%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 184.5mg8%
Total Carbohydrate 25.2g9%
Dietary Fiber 9.1g37%
Sugars 7.1g
Protein 8.1g17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: chili, slow cooker, crock pot, beef, ground chuck, pinto beans, kidney beans, comfort food, american, dinner, easy, hearty, spicy, cumin, tomato, meal prep, family favorite, winter, protein, budget friendly
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