Best 11 Slow Cooker Beef Chili Recipes

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**Savor the Rich Flavors of Slow-Cooker Beef Chili: A Culinary Journey of Comfort and Warmth**

Indulge in the hearty goodness of slow-cooker beef chili, a classic dish that embodies comfort, warmth, and culinary delight. This versatile recipe offers a symphony of flavors, combining tender beef, a medley of beans, aromatic spices, and a rich, savory sauce that tantalizes the taste buds. As the chili simmers gently in your slow cooker, your kitchen fills with an enticing aroma that promises a satisfying meal. With its effortless preparation and customizable ingredients, slow-cooker beef chili is a culinary adventure that caters to every palate. Discover the secrets to crafting the perfect pot of chili, from selecting the finest ingredients to mastering the art of slow cooking. Inside, you'll find a collection of tempting variations, including a vegetarian chili for those seeking a meatless option, a spicy chili for those who love a kick, and a white chili for a creamy and flavorful twist. Embark on a culinary journey that celebrates the comforting flavors of slow-cooker beef chili, a dish that nourishes the soul and brings family and friends together.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SLOW COOKER GROUND BEEF CHILI



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This slow cooker ground beef chili comes out great every time, thick and rich.

Provided by SapphireNinja

Categories     100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes     Slow Cooker     Soups and Stews     Chili

Time 4h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound ground beef
2 (19 ounce) cans kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 medium green bell pepper, finely chopped
1 tablespoon dehydrated onion flakes
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin

Steps:

  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir ground beef in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and discard grease.
  • Transfer beef to the bottom of a slow cooker. Add kidney beans, crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, bell pepper, onion flakes, chili powder, and cumin. Stir well.
  • Cover and cook on Low until flavors have melded, at least 4 hours, up to 8 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 349 calories, Carbohydrate 41.1 g, Cholesterol 47.3 mg, Fat 10.6 g, Fiber 14.8 g, Protein 25.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 808.3 mg, Sugar 2.3 g

SLOW COOKER BEEF CHILI



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I know everyone has a slow cooker chili recipe that they say is the best... Well here is another one that I am adding to the list. I believe this one carries a good challenge to all of those out there. This has been a favorite always of my family and friends, so let me know what you think and let's create a melting pot for the perfect slow cooker chili dish. Serve topped with sour cream, shredded Cheddar cheese, chopped chives, hot sauce, and sliced jalapenos (or habanero if you like the heat).

Provided by Sahara B

Categories     100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes     Slow Cooker     Soups and Stews     Chili

Time 8h25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon olive oil
½ large onion, coarsely chopped
2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh garlic
1 ½ pounds ground beef
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 tablespoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon kosher salt
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, rinsed and drained
2 (15 ounce) cans red kidney beans, rinsed and drained
2 (14.5 ounce) cans diced tomatoes and green chile peppers, undrained

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and garlic; cook, stirring frequently, until softened, 4 to 5 minutes. Stir in ground beef, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until beef is lightly browned and crumbly, 5 to 8 minutes.
  • Transfer beef mixture to a slow cooker. Stir in black beans, kidney beans, and diced tomatoes and chiles. Cover and cook on Low, stirring occasionally, 8 to 10 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 409 calories, Carbohydrate 40 g, Cholesterol 52.2 mg, Fat 16.2 g, Fiber 15.7 g, Protein 27.3 g, SaturatedFat 5.6 g, Sodium 1232.3 mg, Sugar 0.6 g

SLOW-COOKER BEEF AND BLACK-BEAN CHILI



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There's no need to soak these dried beans because they simmer in the slow cooker. Save a little of the chopped red onion for a fresh garnish.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Beef Recipes     Ground Beef Recipes

Time 6h10m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound beef chuck, cut into 3/4-inch chunks
1 can (15 ounces) tomato puree
1 cup dried black beans, rinsed
1 medium red onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
3 tablespoons chili powder
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1/4 cup sour cream, for serving

Steps:

  • In a 5- to 6-quart slow cooker, combine beef, tomato puree, beans, onion (reserve 1 tablespoon for garnish), garlic, chili powder, 2 cups water, 2 teaspoons salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Cover, and cook on high, 6 hours (or on low, 8 hours). Serve chili topped with sour cream and reserved onion.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 524 g, Fat 25 g, Fiber 13 g, Protein 35 g

SLOW COOKER STEW BEEF CHILI



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Slow cooker chili made with stew beef. Add cubes of Cheddar cheese to serving bowls, pour chili over, and add a dollop of sour cream.

Provided by Jen Slane

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chili Recipes     Beef Chili Recipes

Time 6h15m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 pounds cubed beef stew meat
2 (15 ounce) cans light red kidney beans, rinsed and drained
2 (15 ounce) cans dark red kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 (15.25 ounce) can corn, undrained
1 cup water
½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese
¼ cup semisweet chocolate, chopped
¼ cup chili powder
3 tablespoons ground cumin
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon garlic powder
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon ground thyme

Steps:

  • Combine beef, kidney beans, corn, water, Cheddar cheese, chocolate, chili powder, cumin, brown sugar, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and thyme in a slow cooker.
  • Cover and cook on Low, adjusting seasoning as needed, until meat is tender and no longer pink, 6 to 8 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 441.4 calories, Carbohydrate 37.9 g, Cholesterol 68.7 mg, Fat 19.2 g, Fiber 12.7 g, Protein 31 g, SaturatedFat 7.6 g, Sodium 980.8 mg, Sugar 2.9 g

SLOW-COOKER BEEF AND BEER CHILI



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Looking for a hearty slow cooked dinner? Then check out this beef and beer chili made with Muir Glen® tomatoes and Progresso® beans.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 8h20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 lb beef chuck roast, trimmed of fat, cut into 3/4-inch pieces
2 tablespoons Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 bottle (12 oz) dark beer, room temperature
1 large onion, chopped (1 cup)
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 cans (14.5 oz each) Muir Glen™ organic fire roasted diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (16 oz) pinto beans, drained, rinsed
1 can (15 oz) Progresso™ red kidney beans, drained, rinsed
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 tablespoon unsweetened baking cocoa
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese (4 oz)

Steps:

  • Spray 5- to 6-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. In large resealable food-storage plastic bag, place beef and flour; seal bag and shake to coat. In 12-inch skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Cook beef in oil, stirring occasionally, until browned on all sides. Place beef in slow cooker.
  • Add beer to skillet, stirring and scraping to loosen brown particles. Cook 1 minute. Pour over beef in slow cooker. Add remaining ingredients except cheese.
  • Cover; cook on Low heat setting 8 hours. Sprinkle individual servings with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 580, Carbohydrate 53 g, Fiber 14 g, Protein 42 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1640 mg

SLOW-COOKER CHILI BEEF STEW



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Mmm! Beef stew with a little heat from chilies, chili powder and cumin.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 9h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 lb beef stew meat
4 medium potatoes, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 medium onion, coarsely chopped (3/4 cup)
3 cans (14.5 oz each) diced tomatoes with zesty mild green chilies, undrained
1 3/4 cups Progresso™ beef flavored broth (from 32-oz carton)
1 tablespoon chili powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In 3 1/2- to 4-quart slow cooker, mix all ingredients.
  • Cover; cook on Low heat setting 9 to 10 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 390, Carbohydrate 37 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Fiber 7 g, Protein 28 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1130 mg, Sugar 11 g, TransFat 1/2 g

SLOW-COOKER THREE CHILE CHUNKY BEEF CHILI



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Spicy chili lovers will savor a bowlful of this hearty, flavorful soup. Simmered in a slow cooker while you're away at work, it couldn't be easier!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 8h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 lb boneless beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 large onion, chopped (1 cup)
1 to 2 chipotle chiles in adobo sauce (from 7-oz can), chopped
1 ancho chile, cut into small pieces
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
2 cans (14.5 oz each) diced tomatoes with green chiles, undrained
1 can (15 oz) Progresso™ black beans, drained, rinsed

Steps:

  • Spray 3- to 4-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. In slow cooker, mix all ingredients.
  • Cover; cook on Low heat setting 8 to 10 hours (or on High setting 4 to 5 hours).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 420, Carbohydrate 30 g, Cholesterol 80 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 11 g, Protein 37 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving (1 1/3 Cups), Sodium 1010 mg, Sugar 8 g, TransFat 1/2 g

SLOW COOKER BEEF CHILI



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"This tomatoey chili was our traditional Halloween supper when our children were small," shares Mary Foster, Franklin Grove, Illinois. "My husband and I still enjoy its slow-cooked goodness and keep extra servings in the freezer."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 8h25m

Yield 4 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 pound lean ground beef
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1/2 cup chopped celery
1 garlic clove, minced
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup ketchup
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons chili powder
Dash hot pepper sauce

Steps:

  • In a small skillet, cook the beef, onion, green pepper, celery and garlic over medium heat until meat is no longer pink and vegetables are tender; drain. , Transfer to a 1-1/2-qt. slow cooker. Stir in the remaining ingredients. Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours.

Nutrition Facts :

SLOW-COOKER CHILI BEEF STEW



Slow-Cooker Chili Beef Stew image

Mmm! Beef stew with a little heat from chilies, chili powder and cumin.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 9h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 lb beef stew meat
4 medium potatoes, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 medium onion, coarsely chopped (3/4 cup)
3 cans (14.5 oz each) diced tomatoes with zesty mild green chilies, undrained
1 3/4 cups Progresso™ beef flavored broth (from 32-oz carton)
1 tablespoon chili powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In 3 1/2- to 4-quart slow cooker, mix all ingredients.
  • Cover; cook on Low heat setting 9 to 10 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 390, Carbohydrate 37 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Fiber 7 g, Protein 28 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1130 mg, Sugar 11 g, TransFat 1/2 g

AMERICA'S TEST KITCHEN SLOW COOKER WEEKNIGHT BEEF CHILI



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This comes from the America's Test Kitchen book called Slow Cooker Revolution.I made a few changes because of what I had on hand and it tasted amazing!So flavorful without a lot of heat,not much heat actually,which is how I like it.So this is my version of their recipe,made to suit what I had on hand and the tastes I like.

Provided by LuuvBunny

Time 6h

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 slices white bread, torn into quarters
1/4 cup whole milk
2 lbs ground beef
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
3 onions, minced
1/2 tablespoon chili powder
1 (8 ounce) can tomato paste
6 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons taco seasoning
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes
2 (15 ounce) cans red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 (15 ounce) can mushrooms
1 cup green pepper, chopped
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon brown sugar

Steps:

  • Mash bread and milk into paste in large bowl using fork.Mix in ground beef,1/2 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp pepper.
  • Heat oil in 12 inch skillet over medium high heat until shimmering.Add onions,chili powder,tomato paste,garlic,taco seasoning,oregano,green peppers,mushrooms and cook until onions are softened and lightly browned 8-10 minutes.
  • Stir in beef mixture,1 pound at a time and cook,breaking up any large pieces with wooden spoon until no longer pink about 3 minutes per pound.Stir in remaining tomato paste,scraping any browned bits;transfer to slow cooker.
  • Stir in diced tomatoes,with its juice,beans,soy sauce and brown sugar into slow cooker.Cover and cook until beef is tender,6-8 hours on low or 5 hours on high.
  • This can also be made in a dutch oven or large pot and kept at a low simmer for 4-5 hours.

SLOW-COOKER BEEF AND TWO-BEAN CHILI



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This ground beef chili recipe with black beans and chickpeas comes from Gina Homolka's cookbook SkinnyTastes: Fast and Slow

Categories     Slow Cooker     Chili     Stew     Soup/Stew     Ground Beef     Bell Pepper     Bean     Garlic     Winter

Yield 6-8 people

Number Of Ingredients 25

Cumin-Cilantro Sour Cream:
1/2 cup light sour cream
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
For the chili:
2 pounds 93% lean ground beef
2 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 cup chopped onion
1 cup chopped red bell peppers
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 (15-ounce) can no-salt-added black beans, rinsed and drained
1 (15.5-ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1 (10-ounce) can diced tomatoes with mild green chiles
1 (8-ounce) can no-salt-added tomato sauce
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon sweet paprika
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
2 bay leaves
Toppings:
1/2 cup grated reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese
1/3 cup chopped red onion
Crushed tortilla chips (optional)

Steps:

  • For the Cumin-Cilantro Sour Cream:
  • In a small bowl, combine the sour cream, cilantro, and cumin. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • For the chili:
  • Set a large deep skillet over medium-high heat. Add the beef, salt, and pepper to taste. Cook, using a wooden spoon to break the meat into pieces as it browns, 4 to 5 minutes. Drain all the liquid from the pan. Add the tomato paste, onion, bell peppers, and garlic, and cook, stirring, until the vegetables have softened, 3 to 4 minutes. Transfer to a slow cooker. Add 1 cup water, the black beans, chickpeas, tomatoes, tomato sauce, cumin, chili powder, paprika, garlic powder, and bay leaves.
  • Cover and cook on high for 5 hours or on low for 8 to 10 hours.
  • Discard the bay leaves. To serve, ladle the chili into 8 serving bowls. Top each with 1 tablespoon of the sour cream mixture, 1 tablespoon of the cheddar, the red onion, and tortilla chips, if desired.

Tips:

  • For a richer flavor, brown the beef and vegetables before adding them to the slow cooker.
  • Use a variety of beans for a more complex flavor and texture. Black beans, kidney beans, and pinto beans are all good choices.
  • Add some chopped bell peppers or corn for a little sweetness and crunch.
  • Season the chili to taste with chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  • For a thicker chili, add a cornstarch slurry or a few tablespoons of tomato paste.
  • Serve the chili with your favorite toppings, such as sour cream, shredded cheese, chopped onions, or avocado.

Conclusion:

This slow-cooker beef chili is a hearty and flavorful meal that's perfect for a cold day. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own tastes. So next time you're looking for a comforting and delicious meal, give this chili a try.

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