Spicy Slow Cooked Chili Recipe

Warm up with a hearty bowl of spicy slow-cooked chili. Packed with ground beef and aromatic spices, this recipe is perfect for cozy nights in or game day gatherings. Let your slow cooker do the work as the flavors meld together to create a delicious and satisfying dish.

Ingredients for Spicy Slow Cooked Chili:

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
• 1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
• 1 can (15 ounces) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
• 1 cup beef broth
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 tablespoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Shredded cheddar cheese, for serving
• Sour cream, for serving
• Chopped green onions, for serving
• Tortilla chips, for serving

How to Make Spicy Slow Cooked Chili:

1. In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned, breaking it up into crumbles. Drain any excess fat.
2. Add the chopped onion and garlic to the skillet with the ground beef. Cook for another 3-4 minutes, or until the onion is soft and translucent.
3. Transfer the cooked beef, onion, and garlic to a slow cooker. Add the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, kidney beans, black beans, green chilies, beef broth, chili powder, cumin, paprika, and cayenne pepper (if using) to the slow cooker. Stir to combine.
4. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, stirring occasionally.
5. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
6. Serve the chili hot, topped with shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, chopped green onions, and tortilla chips on the side.

About the Main Ingredients:

• Ground Beef: Provides protein and adds richness to the chili.
• Onion and Garlic: Add flavor and aroma to the dish.
• Tomatoes and Tomato Sauce: Form the base of the chili and provide acidity.
• Beans: Add texture and fiber to the chili.
• Chili Powder, Cumin, Paprika, and Cayenne Pepper: Aromatic spices that give the chili its signature flavor and heat.
• Beef Broth: Adds depth of flavor and helps to thin out the chili.
• Toppings: Shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, chopped green onions, and tortilla chips add richness, creaminess, and crunch to the dish.