Easy Slow Cooker Beef Chili
A hearty and comforting slow cooker beef chili packed with beans, tomatoes, and the perfect blend of spices. Perfect for easy weeknight dinners.
By CrockBites · Published
- Prep
- 15 min
- Cook
- 6 hr
- Total
- 6 hr 15 min
- Serves
- 6 servings
6 to 8 hours on LOW or 3 to 4 hours on HIGH. Times are estimates; slow cookers vary, so cook to temperature and tenderness.
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Easy Slow Cooker Beef Chili
Prep 15 min · Cook 6 hr · Total 6 hr 15 min · 6 to 8 hours on LOW or 3 to 4 hours on HIGH
Servings:
Makes 6 servingsOnly the ingredient amounts change. Cooking time does not scale in proportion, and a slow cooker should be about half to two-thirds full. Check temperature, not just time.
Ingredients
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Instructions
Step 1: Brown the beef
In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef and chopped onions until the beef is browned (reaching at least 160°F / 71°C) and the onions are tender. Drain excess fat.
Step 2: Combine in slow cooker
Transfer the browned beef and onions to the slow cooker. Add the minced garlic, drained kidney beans, crushed tomatoes, chili powder, ground cumin, and salt.
Step 3: Mix and cook
Stir all the ingredients together until well combined. Cover and cook on LOW for 6 to 8 hours, or on HIGH for 3 to 4 hours.
Step 4: Garnish and serve
Stir well before serving. Ladle into bowls and serve hot with your favorite toppings.
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Food safety
- Cook ground beef to a minimum safe internal temperature of 160°F (71°C), verified with an instant-read food thermometer.
- Refrigerate leftover chili in shallow airtight containers within 2 hours of cooking, and reheat leftovers to 165°F (74°C).
Allergen Information
Contains: No major food allergens declared for this recipe.
Notes: Prepared with ground beef, beans, tomatoes, and pure spices. Check canned bean and spice labels if serving someone sensitive to facility cross-contact, and note that optional dairy toppings (such as cheddar or sour cream) contain Milk.
Always check packaged ingredient labels. Cross-contact may occur during food preparation.
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