Best 8 The Best Crock Pot Chili Recipes

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When the weather is cold and dreary, there's nothing more comforting than a hot bowl of chili. And what could be easier than throwing all of your ingredients into a crock pot and letting it simmer all day? The result is a delicious and hearty chili that's perfect for a family meal or a party. But with so many different recipes out there, it can be hard to know which one to choose. That's why we've compiled a list of the best crock pot chili recipes, so you can find the perfect one for your taste.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

CROCKPOT CHILI RECIPE



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This easy Crockpot Chili recipe is delicious, hearty, and perfect for chilly weather! Super easy to make and perfect for loading up with all your favorite toppings!

Provided by Trish - Mom On Timeout

Categories     Dinner     Main Course     Main Dish

Time 2h15m

Number Of Ingredients 20

1 pound lean ground beef
1 pound Italian sausage (or spicy Italian sausage or ground beef)
1 medium yellow onion (diced)
1 red bell pepper (seeded and chopped)
1 to 2 garlic cloves (minced)
30 ounces kidney beans (rinsed well and drained (2 15 oz cans))
15 ounces pinto beans (rinsed well and drained (1 can))
29 ounces diced tomatoes (use the entire can, juice and all)
3 ounces tomato paste
8 ounces tomato sauce
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 cup beef broth
1 teaspoon hot sauce
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
¼ teaspoon cayenne
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 tablespoon brown sugar or granulated sugar

Steps:

  • Brown the ground beef and sausage in a large skillet over medium heat until mostly cooked through. A little pink is fine.
  • Add the diced onion, bell pepper, and garlic and stir to combine. Cooking cooking over medium heat until onion is translucent.
  • Transfer the beef mixture to a 6 quart crockpot or slow cooker.
  • Add the kidney and pinto beans.
  • Top with diced tomatoes, tomato paste, tomato sauce, Worcestershire sauce, beef broth and hot sauce.
  • Next add the seasonings (chili powder, cumin, paprika, cayenne, salt, pepper and sugar). Stir to combine
  • Place the lid on the slow cooker and cook on low for 4 to 6 hours or on high for 2 to 3 hours, stirring occasionally.
  • Serve with desired toppings such as shredded cheese, sour cream, corn chips, tortilla chips, etc.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 433 kcal, Carbohydrate 40 g, Protein 29 g, Fat 17 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Cholesterol 62 mg, Sodium 836 mg, Fiber 12 g, Sugar 6 g, ServingSize 1 serving

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

SLOW COOKER CHILI



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Provided by Alex Guarnaschelli

Categories     main-dish

Time 8h

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 22

3 tablespoons canola oil
2 pounds ground beef chuck, broken apart
Kosher salt
2 medium yellow onions, finely chopped
8 medium cloves garlic, minced
1 Fresno chile, halved, seeded, cut into 1/2 inch slices
1 red bell pepper, halved, seeded, cut into 1/2 inch slices
3 tablespoons tomato paste
1 (28 ounce) can whole, peeled tomatoes
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 bay leaf
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon allspice
2 teaspoons red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 (15.5 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
Shredded cheddar
Sour cream
Sliced avocado
Thinly sliced scallions
Lime wedges
Tortilla chips

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.

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-COOKED CHILI



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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

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 8h20m

Yield 10 servings (2-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
2 cans (16 ounces each) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
2 medium onions, chopped
1 green pepper, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
Shredded cheddar cheese and thinly sliced green onions, optional

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

DEBBIE'S CROCK POT CHILI



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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

4 tablespoons chili powder
2 1/2 teaspoons ground coriander
2 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 1/2 lbs ground beef
1 tablespoon minced onion
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
2 (15 ounce) cans kidney beans

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.

EASY CROCK POT CHILI



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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

2 lbs lean ground beef, cooked and drained
1 tablespoon onion powder
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 (16 ounce) jar picante sauce (mild, medium or hot)
2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans diced tomatoes, undrained
1 (1 1/4 ounce) packet taco seasoning (mild, medium or hot)
2 (15 ounce) cans chili beans, in sauce
1 (15 1/2 ounce) can dark red kidney beans, undrained
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, undrained
3 tablespoons chili powder
2 tablespoons ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt (optional)
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon oregano
1/2-2 teaspoon red pepper flakes

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.

CROCK POT CHILI RECIPE BY TASTY



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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

1 lb ground beef, (ground venison or turkey will work too)
8 slices bacon, thick-sliced - (cooked, drained on paper towels, then coarsely chopped)
2 teaspoons butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 cans red kidney bean, plus juice from cans
3 packets chili seasoning, 1.25 oz
1 can petite diced tomatoes, drained and rinsed, 14.5 oz
1 can diced tomato, with green chillies, drained and rinsed, 10oz
2 cans plain tomato sauce, 15 oz
½ cup beef broth, or water
2 tablespoons maple syrup
1 tablespoon honey
sour cream
green onion, chopped
Frank's Red Hot® Sauce
shredded cheddar cheese

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

Tips:

  • Choose the right type of chili meat. Ground beef is a classic choice, but you can also use ground turkey, chicken, or pork.
  • Brown the meat before adding it to the slow cooker. This will help to develop its flavor.
  • Use a variety of beans in your chili. This will add different flavors and textures.
  • Don't be afraid to add some spice to your chili. Chili powder, cumin, and cayenne pepper are all classic chili spices.
  • Let the chili simmer for at least 4 hours, or up to 8 hours. This will allow the flavors to meld and develop.
  • Serve the chili with your favorite toppings, such as sour cream, cheese, onions, or avocado.

Conclusion:

Crock pot chili is a delicious and easy meal that is perfect for a cold winter day. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a delicious and hearty chili that the whole family will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give crock pot chili a try.

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