Best 5 Slow Cooker Easy Three Bean Chili Recipes

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Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our tantalizing Three Bean Chili, a culinary masterpiece that promises a delightful journey for your taste buds. This hearty and wholesome chili is meticulously crafted with a trinity of beans – hearty kidney beans, plump black beans, and versatile pinto beans – each contributing their unique texture and flavor to the pot. A symphony of spices, including chili powder, cumin, and paprika, dances harmoniously with the beans, creating a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your senses and leave you craving more. Whether you're a seasoned chili aficionado or a newcomer to the world of hearty stews, our Slow Cooker Easy Three Bean Chili guarantees a memorable and satisfying culinary experience. Its versatility shines through as it effortlessly transitions from a comforting weeknight meal to a showstopping dish at your next gathering.

**Additional Recipes to Explore:**

1. **Classic Three Bean Chili:** Experience the timeless flavors of our Classic Three Bean Chili, a beloved recipe that has stood the test of time. This hearty and flavorful chili embodies the essence of comfort food, with its rich, savory broth, tender beans, and aromatic spices.

2. **Vegetarian Three Bean Chili:** For those seeking a meatless yet equally satisfying option, our Vegetarian Three Bean Chili is a culinary delight. This plant-based chili showcases the versatility of beans as they take center stage, delivering a symphony of flavors and textures without compromising on taste.

3. **Slow Cooker Turkey Three Bean Chili:** If you're looking for a leaner and healthier alternative, our Slow Cooker Turkey Three Bean Chili fits the bill perfectly. This chili incorporates lean ground turkey, adding a protein-rich twist to the classic recipe while maintaining its hearty and comforting appeal.

4. **Three Bean Chili with Cornbread:** Elevate your chili experience by pairing it with our delectable Cornbread. This classic Southern side dish is the perfect accompaniment to the rich and savory flavors of the chili, creating a harmonious balance of textures and flavors.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

EASY SLOW COOKER CHILI



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Come home to the best homemade chili! It's an amazingly hearty, cozy beef chili that cooks low and slow for 8 hrs in the crockpot!

Provided by Chungah Rhee

Categories     slow cooker

Yield 8 servings (2 1/2 quarts)

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 pounds lean ground beef
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 medium sweet onion, diced
1 poblano chili, minced
2 1/2 cups beef stock
1 (16-ounce) can red kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 (16-ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 (15-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
1 (14.5-ounce) can petite diced tomatoes
3 tablespoons chili powder
2 teaspoons smoked paprika
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon hot sauce, optional
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1/2 cup sour cream
2 green onions, thinly sliced
1 cup corn chips

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, about 3-5 minutes, making sure to crumble the beef as it cooks; drain excess fat. Add garlic, onion and chili. Cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 4-6 minutes. Place ground beef mixture into a 6-qt slow cooker. Stir in beef stock, kidney beans, black beans, crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, chili powder, paprika, oregano, cumin and hot sauce; season with salt and pepper, to taste. Cover and cook on low heat for 7-8 hours or high heat for 5-6 hours. Serve immediately, garnished with sour cream, green onions and corn chips, if desired.

SLOW-COOKER EASY THREE-BEAN CHILI



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THE Chili recipe around here. Three kinds of beans + onions, green peppers, fire-roasted tomatoes, and spices bubble in the Crock Pot while you go about your day. Ground beef can go in the carnivores' portions if you like. Chili two ways=a happy home!

Provided by Kare for Kitchen Treaty

Categories     Main Course

Time 8h20m

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 (15-ounce) cans chili beans in sauce
1 (15-ounce) can kidney beans, drained
1 (15-ounce can) black beans, drained
2 (15-ounce cans) fire-roasted diced tomatoes (crushed tomatoes are also good)
2 medium green peppers (chopped (about 3 cups chopped))
2 medium yellow onions (chopped (about 3 cups chopped))
2 medium cloves garlic (chopped)
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 tablespoon cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
20 dashes Tabasco sauce (optional)
1 pound lean ground beef
2 pounds lean ground beef

Steps:

  • Add all ingredients except the Tabasco (if using) and the ground beef to the slow-cooker/Crock Pot. Stir. Cook on low for 8 - 10 hours or on high for 5-6 hours. Taste and add Tabasco if desired. If serving an all-vegan chili, skip to "Serve with toppings."
  • In a medium or large saucepan, brown the ground beef over medium heat with a little salt and pepper for flavor, if you wish. Drain off any fat. Add five cups of the chili to the browned ground beef. Stir, continuing the medium heat, and heat until boiling. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 20 - 30 minutes.
  • In a medium or large saucepan, brown the ground beef over medium heat with a little salt and pepper for flavor, if you wish. Drain off any fat. Add to the chili in the Crock Pot either at the beginning of the cooking process or near the end.
  • Serve with assorted toppings such as diced avocado, fresh cilantro, chopped onions, sour cream (or vegan sour cream), grated cheddar or jack cheese (or vegan cheese), and some Tabasco or Tapatio sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 59 kcal, Sugar 6 g, Sodium 255 mg, Fat 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Carbohydrate 13 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SLOW-COOKER THREE-BEAN CHILI



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You won't miss the meat in a spicy chili brimming with three kinds of beans.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 10h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15.5 ounces) garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15.5 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup dried lentils (8 ounces), sorted and rinsed
1 large vegetarian vegetable or chicken bouillon cube, crumbled
1 envelope (1.25 ounces) chili seasoning mix
3 cups water
1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and mild green chilies, undrained
1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients except tomatoes and tomato sauce in 3- to 4-quart slow cooker.
  • Cover and cook on low heat setting 8 to 10 hours.
  • Stir in tomatoes and tomato sauce. Increase heat setting to high. Cover and cook 5 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 305, Carbohydrate 66 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 19 g, Protein 23 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1130 mg

SUPER-EASY SLOW-COOKER THREE-BEAN CHILI



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This chili recipe makes enough to serve ten people. Using almost entirely canned items, you can have a filling, flavorful warm dish. And don't let the total cook time scare you: The majority of that time is for the ingredients to boil down. For a huge chunk of that time, you just have to monitor it. If you don't have 10 people to enjoy this with, you can meal-prep it for the week, or use the leftovers to fill tacos or a burrito.

Categories     Lunch,Dinner

Time 3h15m

Yield 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 large Uncooked onion(s) minced
1 medium clove(s) Garlic clove(s) minced
30 oz Canned black beans rinsed and drained
30 oz Canned kidney beans rinsed and drained
30 oz Canned pinto beans rinsed and drained
29 oz Canned diced tomatoes with chilies
15 oz Canned tomato sauce
1.25 oz Spiced seasoning mix chili variety
14 oz Frozen corn kernels thawed
1 Tbsp Fresh lime juice or to taste
0.5 cup(s) Cilantro fresh, chopped

Steps:

  • Combine onion, garlic, beans, tomatoes, tomato sauce, and seasoning mix in a slow cooker. Cover and cook on high heat for 2-3 hours (or low heat for 4-6 hours). Add frozen corn during last hour of cooking. Stir in lime juice and cilantro just before serving.
  • Serving size: about 1 1/3 cups

Nutrition Facts : Calories 19 kcal

SLOW-COOKER THREE-BEAN VEGETARIAN CHILI



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Looking for a slow-cooked vegetarian dinner? Then check out this stew loaded with Progresso™ beans, pinto beans and Muir Glen™ tomatoes.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 8h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 cans (14 oz each) vegetable broth
1 cup chopped onion (1 large)
1/4 cup chopped seeded jalapeño chiles
2 teaspoons chili powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 cans (15 oz each) Progresso™ black beans, drained, rinsed
2 cans (14.5 oz each) Muir Glen™ organic diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (15 to 16 oz) pinto beans, drained, rinsed
1 can (15 oz) Progresso™ red kidney beans, drained, rinsed
1/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream
1/2 cup shredded pepper Jack cheese (2 oz)
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Spray 6-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. In slow cooker, stir together all ingredients except sour cream, cheese and cilantro.
  • Cover; cook on Low heat setting 8 hours. Top each serving with 1 tablespoon sour cream, 1 tablespoon cheese and 1 1/2 teaspoons cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200, Carbohydrate 29 g, Fat 1, Fiber 9 g, Protein 11 g, SaturatedFat 2 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 630 mg

Tips:

  • Soaking the beans overnight: Soaking the beans overnight helps to soften them and reduce the cooking time. It also helps to remove some of the indigestible sugars, which can cause gas and bloating.
  • Using a variety of beans: Using a variety of beans adds flavor and texture to the chili. Common beans used in chili include kidney beans, black beans, and pinto beans.
  • Adding vegetables: Vegetables add nutrients and flavor to the chili. Common vegetables used in chili include onions, peppers, and tomatoes.
  • Using spices and seasonings: Spices and seasonings add flavor and depth to the chili. Common spices and seasonings used in chili include chili powder, cumin, and oregano.
  • Simmering the chili: Simmering the chili allows the flavors to develop and meld together. It also helps to thicken the chili.
  • Serving the chili: Chili can be served with a variety of toppings, such as sour cream, cheese, and tortilla chips.

Conclusion:

Slow cooker three-bean chili is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. It is also a great way to use up leftover beans and vegetables. With a few simple ingredients and a little time, you can have a hearty and flavorful chili that the whole family will enjoy.

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