Slow Cooker Chili Con Carne
A hearty and comforting slow cooker chili packed with tender meat, beans, and spices, perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekends.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 lbs ground beef Choose lean ground beef for a healthier option.
- 28 oz crushed tomatoes
- 1 can kidney beans, drained and rinsed 15 oz can
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed 15 oz can
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons chili powder Adjust to taste for more heat.
- 1 tablespoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- to taste Salt and pepper
Instructions
Preparation
- Begin by dicing the onion and mincing the garlic.
Cooking
- In your slow cooker, add the ground beef, crushed tomatoes, kidney beans, black beans, diced onion, garlic, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Stir to ensure that all ingredients are well combined.
- Cover and cook on low for about 6 to 8 hours, or on high for 3 to 4 hours.
- Before serving, taste your chili and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
- Ladle the chili into bowls and add your favorite toppings.
Notes
Serve with cornbread, tortilla chips, Mexican rice, or a fresh green salad. Experiment with adding different spices or ingredient substitutions to suit your taste.