Description

This easy crockpot chili is a shortcut to a classic comfort dish, featuring lean ground beef, kidney and black beans, diced tomatoes, and a perfect blend of chili powder and cumin. Cooked low and slow, the flavors meld into a rich, hearty stew that’s ready when you are. Ideal for busy weeknights, it serves six, provides 320 calories per serving, and pairs well with cornbread or a fresh salad for a complete meal. Its smoky aroma fills the kitchen, making it impossible to resist a second bowl. Now

Ingredients

Scale

1 pound ground beef
1 can kidney beans, drained
1 can black beans, drained
1 can diced tomatoes
1 onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin
1 cup beef broth
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat and drain excess fat.
Add diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet and cook until translucent.
Transfer the beef, onion, garlic, beans, tomatoes, chili powder, cumin, and beef broth to the crockpot. Stir well.
Cover and cook on low for 6‑8 hours or on high for 3‑4 hours.
Season with salt and pepper before serving.

Notes

For extra heat
add jalapeño or cayenne. Garnish with shredded cheese
cilantro
or sour cream if desired.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 8 hours
Category: Main Course
Method: Slow Cooker
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 6 servings
Calories: 320
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 800mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 8g
Protein: 25g
Cholesterol: 70mg

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