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Chili Recipe Crockpot With Beans

A hearty and flavorful chili made in a crockpot, perfect for cold evenings or gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 pound ground beef or turkey
  • 1 can 15 oz kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can 15 oz black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can 28 oz crushed tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup bell peppers diced (any color)
  • 1 cup corn frozen or canned

Equipment

  • Crockpot or slow cooker
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Ladle for serving

Method
 

  1. In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the diced onion and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  4. Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned.
  5. Transfer the mixture to your crockpot.
  6. Stir in the kidney beans, black beans, and crushed tomatoes.
  7. Add the chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  8. Mix in the diced bell peppers and corn.
  9. Cover and set the crockpot to low for 6 hours.

Notes

For an extra kick, add diced jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce before serving.