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Classic Beef Slow Cooker Chili

This is the chili that'll have everyone asking for seconds! It's hearty, flavorful, and practically makes itself while you're busy getting ready for the big game. Plus, your house will smell absolutely amazing all day long.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds ground beef 80/20 works great
  • 1 large onion diced
  • 1 green bell pepper diced
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 15-ounce cans kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 15-ounce can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 28-ounce can crushed tomatoes
  • 1 6-ounce can tomato paste
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 3 tablespoons chili powder
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • Shredded cheddar cheese sour cream, and green onions for topping

Method
 

  1. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef with the diced onion and bell pepper until the meat is no longer pink, about 8-10 minutes. Drain excess fat.
  2. Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Transfer the beef mixture to your slow cooker. Add the kidney beans, black beans, crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, beef broth, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  4. Stir everything together until well combined. Cover and cook on LOW for 6-8 hours or on HIGH for 3-4 hours.
  5. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Serve hot with your favorite toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, and sliced green onions.