Robust Slow-Cooked Chili Delight Recipe
This hearty chili is a perfect blend of ground meat, beans, and spices, slow-cooked to perfection for a rich flavor. It's an ideal budget-friendly meal for families.
Servings 6
Calories 350kcal
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef or ground turkey
- 1 can 15 ounces kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can 15 ounces black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
- 1 medium onion finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 green bell pepper chopped
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- to taste salt and black pepper
- 1 cup beef or vegetable broth
- to taste optional toppings: shredded cheese sour cream, chopped green onions, sliced jalapeños, or avocado slices
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef or turkey until browned, then drain excess fat and transfer to the slow cooker.
- Add the drained kidney beans and black beans to the slow cooker.
- Stir in the crushed tomatoes, diced onion, minced garlic, and chopped green bell pepper.
- Sprinkle in the chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, and season with salt and black pepper.
- Pour in the broth and stir to combine all ingredients thoroughly.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours.
- Once cooked, serve hot with optional toppings for customization.
- For presentation, serve in rustic bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro.
Notes
Customize with your favorite toppings for added flavor.