Best 8 Delicious Cold Day Slow Cooker Chili Recipes

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When the weather outside is frightful, few things can be as inviting as a hearty, home-cooked chili. Slow-cooker chili is an easy way to create a delicious and comforting meal that will warm you up from the inside out. With its combination of spices, flavors, and textures, a well-crafted chili can satisfy even the pickiest of eaters. Here, we'll guide you through the process of making a cold day slow cooker chili that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you feeling full and satisfied.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

SLOW COOKER CHILI



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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

1 Tbsp olive oil
2 lbs lean ground beef
1 large yellow onion, (finely chopped)
3 cloves garlic, (finely minced)
2 (14.5 oz) cans diced tomatoes with green chilies*
3 (8 oz) cans tomato sauce
1/2 cup beef broth
2 Tbsp chili powder
2 1/2 tsp ground cumin
2 tsp paprika
2 tsp unsweetened cocoa powder
1 tsp granulated sugar
1/2 tsp ground coriander
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 (15 oz) can dark red kidney beans, (drained and rinsed)
1 (15 oz) can light red kidney beans, ( drained and rinsed)
Shredded cheddar cheese, (for serving)

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

THE ULTIMATE SLOW COOKED CHILI



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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

2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
2 pounds lean ground beef
1 onion, chopped
2 tablespoons chopped garlic
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 (15 ounce) cans pinto beans
2 (15 ounce) cans ranch-style beans
2 (15 ounce) cans white kidney beans (cannellini)
1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 (14.5 ounce) can Mexican-style stewed tomatoes
1 (7.75 ounce) can Mexican-style hot tomato sauce (such as El Pato®)
1 green bell pepper, chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
3 tablespoons chili powder
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon dried parsley
1 tablespoon dried basil
1 tablespoon brown sugar
½ cup red wine

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

SLOW-COOKER GAME DAY CHILI



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Slow cook this hearty chili for a dinner after a game day. Ground beef, tomatoes and Progresso® red kidney beans cooked together and served with toppings make a flavorful meal.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 4h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 15

3/4 lb ground beef round
1 medium green bell pepper, chopped
3 cans (14.5 oz each) diced tomatoes with garlic and onion, undrained
3 cans (10 3/4 oz each) condensed tomato soup
1 can (15 or 19 oz) Progresso™ red kidney beans, drained, rinsed
1 can (12 oz) tomato paste
1/2 cup water
3 to 5 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1/2 teaspoon paprika
Shredded Cheddar cheese
Sour cream
Chopped green onions
Sliced ripe olives
Corn chips

Steps:

  • Spray 5- to 6-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. In 10-inch nonstick skillet, cook beef over medium-high heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thoroughly cooked; drain.
  • In slow cooker, stir together cooked beef, bell pepper, tomatoes, soup, beans, tomato paste, water, chili powder, pepper and paprika.
  • Cover; cook on High heat setting 4 hours. Serve chili with desired toppings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220, Carbohydrate 30 g, Fiber 6 g, Protein 12 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 730 mg

SLOW COOKER GAME DAY CHILI



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When it comes to tailgating foods, chili is a classic dish that is perfect for football weather. Our recipe for a hearty beef chili can be prepared in a slow cooker, meaning that it's easy to prepare, store and transport. And best of all, with a Reynolds KITCHENS® Slow Cooker Liner, cleaning up at your next tailgate will be easier than ever.

Provided by Reynolds Kitchens(R)

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Reynolds®

Time 6h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 Reynolds KITCHENS® Slow Cooker Liner
2 pounds lean ground beef
2 medium green bell peppers, chopped
2 small onions, chopped
2 (15 ounce) cans red kidney beans, undrained
2 (1.25 ounce) packages chili seasoning mix
2 (15 ounce) cans tomato sauce
2 (10 ounce) cans diced tomatoes and green chiles
½ cup Shredded cheese
½ cup Sour cream

Steps:

  • Line a 5 to 6-quart slow cooker with a Reynolds KITCHENS® Slow Cooker Liner. Fit liner snugly against bottom and sides of bowl; pull top of liner over rim. Set aside.
  • Brown ground beef, bell peppers, and onions in a large skillet over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until beef is no longer pink. Drain well.
  • Spoon beef mixture into the lined slow cooker. Add beans, seasoning mix, tomato sauce, and diced tomatoes and green chilies to beef mixture; stir gently with wooden or plastic spoon.
  • Cover and cook 6 to 7 hours on Low or 3 to 3 1/2 hours on High, until hot and bubbly throughout.
  • Carefully remove lid to allow steam to escape. Stir gently and serve chili directly from slow cooker liner. Serve directly from lined slow cooker. Top with cheese and sour cream, if desired.
  • Do not lift or transport liner with food inside. Remove all food and cool slow cooker completely before lifting liner from slow cooker.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 437.7 calories, Carbohydrate 32.4 g, Cholesterol 92.8 mg, Fat 20.6 g, Fiber 10.5 g, Protein 33.7 g, SaturatedFat 8.8 g, Sodium 2011 mg, Sugar 7.1 g

EASY & MILD CROCKPOT CHILI



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Kid-Friendly Chili Recipe...no hunks of tomatos, onions, or peppers. Just a smooth belly-warming bowl of Chili. If you are looking for an "authentic" chili recipe then this is probably no the one for you. However, if you are looking for an easy recipe (that you probably have the ingrediants on hand) you can throw in the crockpot and that your picky eater will actually eat..look no further. This is my fav chili recipe that I modified from an old Eastern Star recipe book called Homespun Cooking. Posting it here for safe keeping. Serve with Corn Chips or Corn Bread for a satisfying, belly-warming meal. :)

Provided by Chefcrystal

Categories     Low Cholesterol

Time 6h15m

Yield 8-12 Cups, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb ground beef
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 garlic clove, minced (or 1/4 tsp garlic powder)
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
2 tablespoons chili powder (to taste)
3 tablespoons tomato paste
2 tablespoons plain flour
3 cups water
1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans or 1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans

Steps:

  • Brown ground beef with onion powder & garlic.
  • Place browned meat & the remaining ingredients (except beans) into the crockpot.
  • Stir to ensure all ingredients are incorporated (mixed well).
  • Cook on Low 6-10 Hours.
  • Add Beans to the Chili 1/2-1 hour before the end of cooking (long enough to heat them through).
  • Special Note: I have added the complete 6oz can of tomato paste (so as not to waste it) with no issues. You may want to add a bit more water if you do use the whole can. Also, I have used just kidney beans or just pintos or both (for a realy hearty chili). This is one of those recipes you can play around with and have little ill-effects.
  • Also, I like to top ours with fresh grated cheddar cheese & a dollip of sour cream immediately before serving.

COLD DAY CHILI



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"I like to make chili from beans I've soaked overnight, but this speedier version tastes just as good on a frosty winter day," assure Lucile Proctor of Panguitch, Utah. At 90 cents a serving, the mildly sweet mixture of beef and beans is economical, too.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound ground beef
1 medium onion, halved and thinly sliced
2 cans (16 ounces each) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1/2 to 3/4 cup water
1 to 2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 tablespoon white vinegar
2 teaspoons prepared mustard
1 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, cook beef and onion over medium heat until the meat is no longer pink; drain. Add the remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Cover and simmer for 10 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 331 calories, Fat 11g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 56mg cholesterol, Sodium 1028mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

CHILLY DAY CHILI



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Make this easy and surprisingly hearty chili with ground chicken or turkey. Simmer 3 hours on stove top, or 8 hours in a slow cooker on Low (3 hours on High).

Provided by Cabinluvn

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chili Recipes     Chicken Chili Recipes

Time 3h25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 pounds ground chicken
3 (15 ounce) cans pinto beans, rinsed and drained
2 onions, halved and thinly sliced
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes with juice
1 (14.5 ounce) can Mexican-style stewed tomatoes with chiles, undrained
½ cup water
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 tablespoons vinegar
2 tablespoons prepared mustard
2 teaspoons salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat vegetable oil in a soup pot over medium heat. Cook and stir ground chicken in the hot oil until no longer pink and the chicken is crumbly, about 10 minutes. Drain.
  • Stir in pinto beans, onions, diced tomatoes, Mexican-style stewed tomatoes, water, brown sugar, chili powder, vinegar, mustard, salt, and black pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer chili until thickened and flavors have blended, about 3 hours. Stir occasionally and add extra water if needed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 305.1 calories, Carbohydrate 32 g, Cholesterol 65.8 mg, Fat 4.7 g, Fiber 7.9 g, Protein 33.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 1249.8 mg, Sugar 9.3 g

SNOWY DAY CHILI



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Make and share this Snowy Day Chili recipe from Food.com.

Provided by RunnerMom

Categories     Beans

Time 6h20m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 lbs ground beef
1 medium onion, small dice
diced tomato (2 - 14.5 oz cans)
tomato sauce (1 - 14.5 oz can)
pinto beans, drained (1 - 14.5 oz can)
1 (12 ounce) bottle beer
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon cumin
2 teaspoons salt
2 tablespoons olive oil

Steps:

  • Saute onion in olive oil until translucent. Add to slow cooker, along with tomatoes and beans.
  • Brown beef in same pan, adding a little salt to season.
  • Drain beef and add to slow cooker. Add a little beer to the pan to deglaze and get all the good crispy bits. Pour into slow cooker and add rest of the beer.
  • Stir in seasonings and cook.
  • An hour before serving, taste and adjust seasoning as desired. Add a little flour if it is too thin.

Tips:

  • Choose the right type of beans: Different types of beans have different flavors and textures. For a hearty chili, use kidney beans, black beans, or pinto beans. For a lighter chili, use white beans or cannellini beans.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: Vegetables add flavor, texture, and nutrients to chili. Common vegetables used in chili include onions, celery, carrots, bell peppers, and corn. You can also add other vegetables, such as zucchini, squash, or sweet potatoes.
  • Use a good quality chili powder: Chili powder is the main spice in chili. Choose a chili powder that is fresh and has a strong flavor. You can also use a blend of chili powders to create a more complex flavor.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different spices: Chili is a versatile dish that can be customized to your liking. In addition to chili powder, you can add other spices, such as cumin, oregano, paprika, and cayenne pepper.
  • Let the chili simmer for a long time: Simmering the chili allows the flavors to meld and develop. For the best results, simmer the chili for at least 2 hours, or even longer if you have time.
  • Serve the chili with your favorite toppings: Chili is a great dish to serve with a variety of toppings. Common toppings include sour cream, shredded cheese, diced onions, and chopped cilantro.

Conclusion:

Chili is a delicious and versatile dish that is perfect for a cold day. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a few simple tips, you can make a pot of chili that will warm you up and satisfy your taste buds. So next time you are looking for a hearty and flavorful meal, give chili a try. You won't be disappointed!

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