Slow Cooker Beef Chili
A rich, deeply flavored Slow Cooker Beef Chili that captures the essence of warmth, family, and hearty satisfaction. This dish is perfect for gatherings and offers a robust taste with tender chunks of beef and a delightful balance of heat and sweetness.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 8 hrs
- Total Time: 8 hrs 20 mins
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
2.5 lbs Boneless Beef Chuck Roast, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 tbsp Olive Oil
1 large Yellow Onion, chopped
1 large Green Bell Pepper, chopped
4 cloves Garlic, minced
3 tbsp Chili Powder
1 tbsp Cumi
1 tsp Smoked Paprika
1 tsp Dried Oregano
1/2 tsp Cayenne Pepper (optional, for heat)
2 cans (14.5 oz each) Diced Tomatoes, undrained
1 can (15 oz) Tomato Sauce
1 cup Beef Broth
1 can (15 oz) Kidney Beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15 oz) Pinto Beans, rinsed and drained
1 tsp Salt (or to taste)
1/2 tsp Black Pepper (or to taste)
2 Bay Leaves
Instructions
- Sear the Beef: Pat the beef chuck roast cubes dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the beef cubes on all sides until deeply browned. Transfer to the slow cooker
- Sauté Aromatics: In the same skillet, add chopped onion and bell pepper. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened. Stir in minced garlic, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, dried oregano, and cayenne pepper (if using). Cook for another minute until fragrant
- Combine in Slow Cooker: Pour the aromatic mixture over the seared beef in the slow cooker. Add the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, beef broth, rinsed and drained kidney beans, pinto beans, remaining salt, pepper, and bay leaves. Stir gently to combine
- Slow Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the beef is incredibly tender
- Serve & Enjoy: Remove bay leaves. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Serve in bowls
Notes
Browning the beef creates a rich flavor.
Quality ingredients greatly impact the dish.
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