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Cozy Crockpot Chili with Beans

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A hearty and comforting slow-cooked chili with beans, perfect for cozy evenings and easy meal prep. This recipe combines simple ingredients with rich spices for a flavorful, satisfying dish.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound lean ground beef or turkey
  • 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with juice
  • 1 cup tomato sauce
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder (adjust to taste)
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
  • ½ teaspoon chipotle powder (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup beef broth or water
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Optional toppings: shredded cheddar, sour cream, chopped green onions, fresh cilantro

Instructions

  1. Chop the onion finely and mince the garlic cloves. Drain and rinse the canned beans. Measure out spices and liquids.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef or turkey and cook for 6-8 minutes (10 minutes for turkey), breaking into small crumbles until browned and no pink remains.
  3. Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the meat. Cook for 3-4 minutes until onions are translucent and garlic is fragrant.
  4. Transfer meat and aromatics to the crockpot. Add kidney beans, black beans, diced tomatoes with juice, tomato sauce, beef broth, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, chipotle powder, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours. Stir gently halfway through cooking.
  6. About 30 minutes before serving, taste and adjust seasoning. Add broth or water if too thick, or cook uncovered on high briefly to thicken if too thin.
  7. Ladle chili into bowls and garnish with optional toppings like shredded cheddar, sour cream, green onions, or cilantro.

Notes

Browning the meat and sautéing onions and garlic enhances flavor. Rinse canned beans to reduce sodium. Adjust spice levels to taste. Leftovers taste better the next day. If no crockpot, use a Dutch oven and simmer on stove or in oven at 300°F for 2-3 hours.

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