Slow Cooker Chili Con Carne
Indulge in the warmth and comfort of our Slow Cooker Chili Con Carne, a hearty dish that brings together tender beef, rich beans, and a medley of spices. Perfect for gatherings or cozy family dinners, this easy-to-make recipe allows you to customize flavors and toppings to your liking. With its robust taste and inviting aroma, it’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser at any occasion. Simply combine your ingredients in the slow cooker, set it, and let it work its magic while you relax. Enjoy leftovers throughout the week or serve it hot with your favorite accompaniments.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 4–6 hours
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 3 pounds Beef chuck roast (sliced thin and cut into pieces)
- 1 Small onion (diced (about 1 cup))
- 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 15 ounces Canned light red kidney beans (drained and rinsed)
- 15 ounces Canned dark red kidney beans (drained and rinsed)
- 8 ounce Canned tomato sauce
- 15 ounces Canned fire roasted diced tomatoes
- 2 cups Beef broth
- 2 tablespoons Chili powder
- 1 teaspoon Cumin
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Ground black pepper
Instructions
- In a Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Brown the beef chuck pieces with diced onion until tender.
- Stir in minced garlic and sauté for another minute.
- Drain excess fat, then add beans, tomato sauce, fire-roasted tomatoes, beef broth, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
- Bring to a simmer; transfer everything to a slow cooker.
- Cook on low for 4–6 hours until flavors meld beautifully.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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