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Easy Crock Pot Chili Recipe

This crockpot chili recipe combines ground beef, tomatoes, and beans in a hearty seasoned broth.

Ingredients :

  • 3 pounds lean ground beef *see note
  • 2 medium onions diced, ½-inch
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 12 ounces light beer about 1 can or bottle
  • 28 ounces canned whole tomatoes with juice, 1 can
  • 14 ounces canned diced tomatoes with juice, 1 can
  • 1 medium green bell pepper diced, optional
  • 14 ounces tomato sauce
  • 15 ounces canned red kidney beans drained and rinsed, 1 can
  • 4 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon cumin
  • 2 teaspoons dried parsley
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano

Directions :

  • Combine half the seasoning mixture with ground beef and mix until well combined.
  • Brown ground beef*, onions, and garlic until no pink remains. Drain any fat. Add beer and simmer until most of the liquid has evaporated.
  • Combine beef mixture and all remaining ingredients, including remaining seasoning, in a slow cooker. If desired slightly mash the whole tomatoes.
  • Cook on high for 4 hours or low 7-8 hours. Once cooked, remove the lid and let cool slightly before serving.