The Best Crockpot Chili Recipe – Easy Dinner

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The best crockpot chili recipe is loaded with ground beef, veggies and fresh peppers for a hearty meal that warms you up on a cold day!

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This satisfying chili recipe is super easy to make in the morning, let the crockpot do all the work… And dinner is ready and waiting for you on a busy weekday!

Crockpot Chili Ingredients 2 lbsground beef, beef broth, apple juice, poblano peppers, bell pepper, jalapeno, onion, garlic, crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, black beans, kidney beans, chili powder

Simple Ingredients:

  • 2 pounds lean ground beef: I’m using 90-10 ground sirloin.
  • 1 large yellow onion (or sweet onion) diced
  • 1 jalapeno, diced with seeds removed. Remove seeds for milk flavor, or add seeds for spice.
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped small
  • 2 poblano peppers, diced, with seeds removed. These peppers add so much flavor to chili!
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika pepper ground
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 Tablespoon ground chili powder
  • 1 15 ounce can of crushed tomatoes
  • 1 15 ounce can of diced tomatoes in juice
  • 1 15 ounce can of red kidney beans, drained
  • 1 15 ounce can of black beans, drained
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 cup apple cider
  • 3 tablespoons Jiffy Cornbread mix
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • *Optional Garnishes: Shredded cheddar cheese, chopped cilantro, chopped green onions, sliced avocados, tortilla chips… Or serve with moist cornbread!
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How to Make the Best Crockpot Chili

This recipe is super simple to make and it only takes about 10 minutes!

First, brown your ground beef in a hot skillet over medium high heat. (about 5 minutes). And it it to your crock pot.

Then add the rest of the ingredients to your crockpot: chopped onion, minced garlic, all the chopped peppers, canned tomatoes, beans, and spices. Give it a stir till well combined.

Adjust temperature on your crockpot to the high setting.

Let it cook 4-6 hours.. If you need it to cook longer thank 6 hours, use the low heat setting.

Just before serving, add jiffy cornbread mix and stir till thickened! (it’s the perfect thickener and sweetens it slightly!)

Garnish individual bowl with shredded cheese, chopped green onions or cilantro, sour cream, avocado and corn chips!

Serve with moist cornbread, and enjoy!

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a bowl of crockpot chili garnished with cheese and a spoonful to show texture

The Best Crockpot Chili Recipe

This easy recipe makes the best crockpot chili with just a few minutes on hands on time… It's loaded with protein and flavor and warms you up on a chili night!
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Course: From Scratch Recipes
Cuisine: American
Keyword: crockpot chili recipe
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 6 hours
Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 430kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds lean ground beef: I’m using 90-10 ground sirloin.
  • 1 large yellow onion or sweet onion diced
  • 1 jalapeno diced with seeds removed. Remove seeds for milk flavor, or add seeds for spice.
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 green bell pepper chopped small
  • 2 poblano peppers diced, with seeds removed. These peppers add so much flavor to chili!
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika pepper ground
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 Tablespoon ground chili powder
  • 1 15 ounce can of crushed tomatoes
  • 1 15 ounce can of diced tomatoes in juice
  • 1 15 ounce can of red kidney beans drained
  • 1 15 ounce can of black beans drained
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 cup apple cider
  • 3 tablespoons Jiffy Cornbread mix
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • *Optional Garnishes: Shredded cheddar cheese chopped cilantro, chopped green onions, sliced avocados, tortilla chips… Or serve with moist cornbread!

Instructions

  • This recipe is super simple to make and it only takes about 10 minutes!
  • First, brown your ground beef in a hot skillet over medium high heat. (about 5 minutes). And it it to your crock pot.
  • Then add the rest of the ingredients to your crockpot: chopped onion, minced garlic, all the chopped peppers, canned tomatoes, beans, and spices. Give it a stir till well combined.
  • Adjust temperature on your crockpot to the high setting.
  • Let it cook all day.. OR for about 4-6 hours. If you need it to cook longer, use the low heat setting;)
  • Before serving, stir in 3-4 tablespoons jiffy cornbread mix till thickened:)
  • Garnish individual bowl with shredded cheese, chopped green onions or cilantro, sour cream, avocado and corn chips!
  • Serve with moist cornbread, and enjoy!

Notes

  • Don't overcook… 4-6 hours is all you need.
  • Adjust Heat: If you prefer a spicier chili, add 1/4 tsp of cayenne pepper, or a dash of hot sauce!
  • Add a Touch of Sweetness: A small amount of brown sugar or molasses can balance out the spice and add a touch of sweetness.
  • Different Meats: Try using ground turkey, chicken, or a combination of meats for a different flavor profile.
  • Nutrition

    Serving: 1g | Calories: 430kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 33g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 78mg | Sodium: 639mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 12g

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    • 5 stars
      so easy and delicious! you can adjusy the heat with the jalapeno seeds

    5 from 1 vote

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