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Crockpot Chili Recipe

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This Crockpot Chili recipe combines ground beef, kidney beans, and diced tomatoes with bold spices like chili powder, cumin, and chipotle for a smoky, hearty meal. It's an easy, hands-off recipe perfect for cozy dinners, offering rich flavor from Worcestershire sauce and liquid smoke. Ideal for busy weeknights or meal prep, this chili pairs well with cornbread or a fresh salad.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef (or ground turkey)
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground chipotle
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon liquid smoke
  • 14 ounces kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 28 ounces diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 15 ounces tomato sauce

Instructions

  • Brown ground beef in a skillet, then drain excess fat.
  • Transfer beef to a crockpot and add salt, pepper, diced bell pepper, onion, and minced garlic.
  • Stir in chili powder, cumin, ground chipotle, and cayenne pepper.
  • Add Worcestershire sauce, liquid smoke, kidney beans, diced tomatoes, and tomato sauce.
  • Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
  • Stir well before serving. Garnish with cheese, sour cream, or chopped green onions if desired.

Notes

  • Substitute ground turkey for a leaner option.
  • Adjust the spice level by reducing cayenne pepper or omitting chipotle.
  • Serve with cornbread or over rice for a complete meal.

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