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Slow Cooker Beef Chili

Slow Cooker Beef Chili

Hearty, thick beef chili with beans, tomatoes and warm spices that simmers all day in the slow cooker.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds ground beef 85/15
  • 1 large yellow onion diced
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 can kidney beans 15 ounces, drained
  • 1 can pinto beans 15 ounces, drained
  • 1 can diced tomatoes 28 ounces
  • 1 can tomato sauce 15 ounces
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 3 tablespoons chili powder
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Method
 

  1. Brown the beef with the onion in a large skillet over medium-high heat, about 8 minutes. Drain and add the garlic for 30 seconds.
  2. Transfer to a 6-quart slow cooker.
  3. Add the beans, tomatoes, tomato sauce, broth and spices. Stir well.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours.
  5. Stir, taste and adjust seasoning. Serve with your favorite toppings.

Notes

Serve with shredded cheese, sour cream, green onions and cornbread.