When the weather gets cold, there's nothing more comforting than a big bowl of chili. And what's better than a chili that's been simmering in the crock pot all day? The flavors have had a chance to meld, the meat is fall-apart tender, and the beans are creamy. Plus, it's so easy to make! Just throw all of the ingredients in the crock pot and let it do its thing.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
SLOW COOKER CHILI
One of my most popular recipes and for good reason! This is the best chili I've ever tasted! Slow cooking it allows for the flavors to meld and the most tender beef. Try it tonight and see why everyone loves this! Recipe makes about 12 cups.
Provided by Jaclyn
Categories Soup
Time 6h25m
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Heat olive oil in a large and deep non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add onion and saute 3 minutes, then add garlic and saute 30 seconds longer. Pour onions into a 6 or 7 quart slow cooker (I like this one HERE).
- Return skillet to medium-high eat, add beef and cook stirring occasionally until beef has browned.
- Drain most of fat from beef, leaving about 2 Tbsp in with beef (this is optional, I think it ads flavor but you can drain it all if you'd prefer). Pour browned beef into slow cooker.
- Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, beef broth, chili powder, cumin, paprika, cocoa powder, sugar, coriander and season mixture with salt and pepper to taste.
- Cover with lid and cook on low heat for 5 - 6 hours.
- Stir in dark and light red kidney beans and allow to heat through, about 2 minutes. Serve warm with desired toppings.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 415 kcal, Carbohydrate 38 g, Protein 32 g, Fat 14 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Cholesterol 73 mg, Sodium 595 mg, Fiber 11 g, Sugar 8 g, ServingSize 1 serving
EASY CROCK POT CHILI
My latest chili recipe - I've found it tastes best if made the day before. Adjust the heat by using hot, medium or mild picante sauce and taco seasoning (I use hot for both). Red pepper flakes are optional, but I like it hot and use 2 teaspoons.
Provided by Lisa1
Categories < 4 Hours
Time 3h15m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Mix all ingredients in Crock Pot.
- Cover; cook on HIGH for 3 to 4 hours.
- Note: To make on stovetop, mix all ingredients in a big soup pot; cover and simmer for about an hour or so.
DEBBIE'S CROCK POT CHILI
Everybody who tries this chili loves it. The girls at work always like when I bring leftovers in! Everyone takes a copy of this recipe.
Provided by Debbie in Florida
Categories Beans
Time 6h30m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Mix together seasoning mix.
- Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. (You will only use 5 tsp in this recipe - save the rest for next time!).
- In a skillet, cook ground beef until no longer pink.
- Drain.
- Add onion and 3 tsp of seasoning mix.
- In Crock-Pot, add tomatoes, tomato sauce, one can of beans and two more teaspoons of seasoning mix.
- Place the other can of beans in a blender and process until smooth.
- Add beans and meat to the crock pot.
- Stir together.
- Cook on low for 6 to 8 hours.
SLOW-COOKED CHILI
This hearty slow cooker chili can cook for up to 10 hours on low in the slow cooker. It's so good to come home to its wonderful aroma after a long day away. -Sue Call, Beech Grove, Indiana
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 8h20m
Yield 10 servings (2-1/2 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. , Transfer to a 5-qt. slow cooker. Add the next 9 ingredients. Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours. If desired, top individual servings with cheese and green onions.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 260 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 57mg cholesterol, Sodium 712mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
THE ULTIMATE SLOW COOKED CHILI
Chili is always a little bit of experimentation, a whole lot of flavor, and one of my absolute favorite dishes. There is always a little give and take but here is my honed recipe with the (staple) list of ingredients. Serve in a bowl on a cold night or even spread over white or brown rice sometimes. Always sprinkle generously with Cheddar cheese and crumbled tortilla chips and maybe a dollop of sour cream and enjoy!
Provided by mbmiller2318
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Chili Recipes Beef Chili Recipes
Time 6h25m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 22
Steps:
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil large skillet over medium-high heat; cook and stir beef, onion, and garlic in the hot oil until browned and crumbly, about 10 minutes; drain and discard grease. Season beef mixture with salt and pepper.
- Mix ground beef mixture, remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil, pinto beans, ranch-style beans, white kidney beans, tomato sauce, Mexican-style stewed tomatoes, Mexican-style hot tomato sauce, green bell pepper, celery, chili powder, Worcestershire sauce, balsamic vinegar, garlic powder, cumin, parsley, basil, and brown sugar together in a slow cooker.
- Cook on High for 4 hours; stir in red wine and continue cooking for 2 more hours. (Cook on Low for 8 hours.)
Nutrition Facts : Calories 492.2 calories, Carbohydrate 52.7 g, Cholesterol 54.9 mg, Fat 16.7 g, Fiber 14.1 g, Protein 31.4 g, SaturatedFat 5.5 g, Sodium 1125.2 mg, Sugar 8.5 g
JIMMY FALLON'S CROCK-POT CHILI
This easy Crock-Pot chili recipe is courtesy of comedian Jimmy Fallon.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Beef Recipes Ground Beef Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium-high heat. Working in batches if necessary, add beef and cook until no longer pink, about 3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper; drain in a colander, discarding fat, and set aside.
- Add remaining tablespoon olive oil to skillet and reduce heat to medium. Add onions, garlic, and habanero; season with salt. Cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- In a 6-quart Crock-Pot, combine beef, onion mixture, chile powder, oregano, cumin, and cayenne pepper; stir to combine. Add tomatoes, cilantro, and beer; cover and cook on high, stirring occasionally, for 5 hours.
- Add kidney beans and season with salt and pepper. Continue to cook, uncovered, until thickened, about 30 minutes. Garnish with cilantro and serve with desired toppings.
SLOW-COOKER FAMILY-FAVORITE CHILI
With just twenty minutes of prep time in the morning, you can set yourself up to come home to the inviting fragrance-not to mention flavor-of home-cooked crockpot chili. The slow-cooking perfectly combines the beef, beans and tomatoes for hearty, satisfying bowls of warm chili goodness.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 6h20m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In 12-inch skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until beef is brown; drain.
- In 4- to 5-quart slow cooker, mix beef mixture and remaining ingredients.
- Cover and cook on Low heat setting 6 to 8 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 300, Carbohydrate 20 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Fiber 5 g, Protein 25 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 1/4 cups, Sodium 1120 mg, Sugar 7 g, TransFat 1 g
CROCK POT CHILI RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: ground beef, bacon, butter, olive oil, large onion, green bell pepper, garlic, red kidney bean, chili seasoning, petite diced tomatoes, diced tomato, plain tomato sauce, beef broth, maple syrup, honey, sour cream, green onion, Frank's Red Hot® Sauce, shredded cheddar cheese
Provided by Sarah LaDue
Yield 5 servings
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Brown your choice of ground meat in a large skillet on medium-high heat. Stir often till thoroughly cooked, Drain in a small-holed colander, rinse with hot water to get rid of excess grease, drain. Place meat in the crockpot (Don't turn the crockpot on until the rest of the ingredients are done).
- Heat butter and oil In a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir onions and bell peppers for 5-6 minutes, add garlic, and cook 1 minute until fragrant. Pour onions,
- peppers for 5-6 minutes, add garlic, and cook 1 minute until fragrant. Pour onions, peppers, garlic into the crock pot and turn the crockpot to high heat.
- Add all remaining ingredients and stir until seasoning packets are combined into sauce. Stir every ½ hour. Cook on high heat for 1-2 hours. Then turn to warm while serving dinner
- When ready to serve: warm chili in crockpot and serve with optional toppings, if desired.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 597 calories, Carbohydrate 62 grams, Fat 27 grams, Fiber 20 grams, Protein 36 grams, Sugar 27 grams
SLOW COOKER CHILI
Provided by Alex Guarnaschelli
Categories main-dish
Time 8h
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 22
Steps:
- Brown the meat: In a large saute pan heat 1 tablespoon of the oil over medium heat. When the oil begins to smoke lightly, add the beef and season with salt. Cook over medium heat, stirring with a wooden spoon, until the meat browns, about 5 minutes. Transfer beef to a large mixing bowl.
- Brown the vegetables: In the same pan, stir in the onions and the remaining oil. Add the garlic, chiles, bell pepper, tomato paste, and a generous pinch of salt. Cook until the vegetables start to brown, about 5 minutes.
- Cook the chili: While the vegetables are cooking, to the slow cooker add the tomatoes, chili powder, bay leaf, cumin, allspice, red pepper flakes, and 2 cups of water; stir to combine. Add the vegetables to the bowl of meat and stir to combine, then add to the slow cooker. Stir in the vinegar. Cover and set the cooker to low; cook for about 8 hours. Check after a couple of hours. Stir and taste for seasoning. Thirty minutes or so before serving, turn the slow cooker to high and stir in the black beans and cook for an additional 30 minutes.
- Serve: Allow it to "rest" for about 15 minutes before serving. Stir in the scallions. Taste for seasoning. Serve with any or all of the following: cheddar, sour cream, avocado, scallions, lime wedges, and tortilla chips.
Tips:
- Choose the right chili base: You can use beef, chicken, pork, or turkey as the base for your chili. Ground beef is the most popular option, but you can also use stew meat or even leftover roast chicken.
- Brown the meat: Browning the meat before adding it to the crock pot will help develop the flavor and prevent the chili from being greasy.
- Use a variety of beans: Chili is traditionally made with pinto beans, but you can also use black beans, kidney beans, or any other type of bean that you like.
- Add plenty of vegetables: Vegetables add flavor, texture, and nutrients to chili. Common vegetables used in chili include onions, peppers, carrots, and celery.
- Use a good quality chili powder: The chili powder is one of the most important ingredients in chili, so it's worth it to buy a good quality brand.
- Simmer the chili for at least 4 hours: This will allow the flavors to meld and develop.
- Serve the chili with your favorite toppings: Common toppings for chili include cheese, sour cream, onions, and cilantro.
Conclusion:
Chili is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a cold winter day. With so many different variations, there is sure to be a chili recipe that everyone will enjoy. Whether you like your chili mild or spicy, with beans or without, there is a recipe out there for you. So next time you're looking for a hearty and flavorful meal, give chili a try. You won't be disappointed.
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