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Slow Cooker Chili Recipe

Slow Cooker Chili Recipe
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This Slow Cooker Chili Recipe is the perfect blend of comfort and convenience, making it an ideal choice for family dinners or meal prep. With its rich flavors and hearty textures, this chili not only warms you up on chilly nights but also delivers a satisfying and nutritious meal. Packed with protein from lean beef or turkey, an array of beans, and a medley of spices, this dish is both filling and flavorful. Best of all, it requires minimal effort; simply brown your meat, combine the ingredients in your slow cooker, and let it simmer to perfection while you go about your day. Enjoy it over rice, with cornbread, or topped with your favorite garnishes for a truly delightful experience.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ lbs ground beef or ground turkey
  • 1 large sweet onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 3 cups low-sodium beef broth
  • 1 (6-ounce) can tomato paste
  • 2 (10-ounce) cans diced tomatoes and green chilies
  • 1 (14.5-ounce) can fire-roasted diced tomatoes
  • 1 (15.5-ounce) can dark red kidney beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 (15.5-ounce) can pinto beans drained and rinsed
  • 3 tablespoons chili powder
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • ⅛ teaspoon ground cayenne
  • kosher salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Brown the ground beef or turkey in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion halfway through cooking until soft. Stir in minced garlic during the last minute. Drain excess grease and transfer to the slow cooker.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together beef broth and tomato paste until smooth; pour over browned meat.
  3. Add diced tomatoes, kidney beans, pinto beans, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, and any additional spices. Stir until well combined.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
  5. Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving hot.

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