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Easy Set-and-Forget Crockpot Ground Beef Chili

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A comforting, hearty chili made with ground beef and pantry staples, slow-cooked to perfection with minimal prep and maximum flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450 g) ground beef (85% lean preferred)
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 medium bell pepper, diced (red or green)
  • 1 can (14.5 oz / 411 g) diced tomatoes (fire-roasted or regular)
  • 1 can (15 oz / 425 g) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 8 oz (227 g) tomato sauce
  • 1 cup (240 ml) beef broth
  • 2 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tbsp cumin
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped green onions, fresh cilantro

Instructions

  1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Drain excess fat if needed.
  2. In the same skillet, add diced onion and bell pepper. Cook for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Transfer browned beef and sautéed veggies to the slow cooker.
  4. Add diced tomatoes, kidney beans, tomato sauce, and beef broth to the slow cooker.
  5. Stir in chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  6. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
  7. About 15 minutes before serving, taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  8. Ladle chili into bowls and top with optional garnishes like shredded cheese, sour cream, or fresh cilantro.

Notes

Brown the ground beef before slow cooking to lock in flavor and improve texture. Drain and rinse canned beans to reduce sodium. Adjust seasoning toward the end of cooking. If chili is too thick, add broth or water; if too thin, cook uncovered to reduce. Chili tastes better the next day after flavors meld.

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