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Slow Cooker Beef Chili: 3 secrets to amazing comfort

Slow Cooker Beef Chili
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This slow cooker beef chili recipe is a hearty and comforting meal perfect for a chilly evening. It’s designed for ease, allowing you to create a delicious, slow-cooked chili with minimal effort.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs ground beef
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
  • 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 (4 ounce) can diced green chilies
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium-high heat. Drain off any excess fat.
  2. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Transfer the beef mixture to your slow cooker.
  4. Stir in the crushed tomatoes, kidney beans, black beans, and diced green chilies.
  5. Add the chili powder, cumin, oregano, and cayenne pepper (if using). Season with salt and pepper.
  6. Stir everything together until well combined.
  7. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
  8. Serve hot.

Notes

  • Serve with your favorite toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, or chopped cilantro.
  • Adjust the cayenne pepper for your desired level of heat.
  • This chili freezes well for future meals.

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