How To Cook Chili In A Crock Pot
Welcome to our ultimate guide on how to cook a delicious chili in a crock pot! If you’re looking for a comforting and hearty meal, this is the perfect recipe for you. Not only is chili easy to make, but using a crock pot makes it even simpler. So, grab your ingredients and get ready to create a flavorful bowl of goodness!
Ingredients:
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
- 1 can (15 ounces) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (4 ounces) diced green chilies
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 tablespoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions:
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain the excess fat.
- Transfer the cooked ground beef to the crock pot.
- Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the crock pot.
- Next, add the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, kidney beans, black beans, and diced green chilies.
- Sprinkle the chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper over the ingredients in the crock pot.
- Stir everything together until well combined.
- Cover the crock pot and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours. The longer it cooks, the more flavorful it will be.
- Once the chili is done cooking, give it a good stir and taste for seasoning. Adjust the seasonings if needed.
- Serve the chili hot and garnish with your favorite toppings such as grated cheese, sour cream, chopped green onions, or diced avocado.
And there you have it! A delicious bowl of homemade chili cooked to perfection in a crock pot. This recipe is not only easy to make, but it’s also packed with flavor. The slow cooking process allows the flavors to develop and the meat to become tender and juicy. Whether you’re serving it at a gathering or enjoying it as a cozy dinner at home, this chili recipe is sure to satisfy your cravings.
So, go ahead and give it a try! Your taste buds will thank you.