The BEST Easy Slow Cooker Chilli Con Carne
Indulge in the warmth and flavor of The BEST Easy Slow Cooker Chilli Con Carne, a comforting dish that’s both hearty and simple to prepare. This delicious recipe is perfect for family dinners or meal prep, ensuring you have a satisfying meal ready to serve at any time. Packed with rich spices and tender beef, this chili will please everyone at your table. Plus, it’s easy to customize with your favorite toppings like avocado, cheese, or tortilla chips.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 hours (high) or 8 hours (low)
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Ingredients
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- 500 g lean minced beef
- 1 medium red onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 stalks celery, diced
- 400 g chopped tomatoes (canned)
- 2 tablespoons tomato purée
- 400 g mixed beans in chili sauce (canned)
- 200 ml beef stock
- 1 tablespoon dried thyme
- 1 ½ teaspoon chili powder
- 2 teaspoons cumin
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder or 1 small square of dark chocolate
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
Instructions
- Heat a skillet over medium heat with vegetable oil. Add minced beef, diced onions, and minced garlic. Cook until browned.
- Transfer the mixture to the slow cooker and add chopped tomatoes, mixed beans, beef stock, thyme, chili powder, cumin, cocoa powder or chocolate, and smoked paprika. Stir well.
- Cook on low for 8 hours or high for 5 hours.
- Taste and adjust seasoning before serving hot with your choice of rice or toppings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg