Secret 4-Ingredient Slow Cooker Chili (Printer View)

Hearty chili made with ground beef, beans, tomatoes, and chili mix, slow-cooked for depth.

# What you'll need:

→ Proteins

01 - 1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey)

→ Beans

02 - 2 cans (15 oz each) kidney beans, drained and rinsed

→ Vegetables

03 - 1 can (28 oz) diced tomatoes with juices

→ Seasonings

04 - 1 packet (1.25 oz) chili seasoning mix

# Method:

01 - In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until no longer pink, breaking into crumbles; drain excess fat if needed.
02 - Place the cooked beef into the slow cooker vessel.
03 - Add kidney beans, diced tomatoes with juices, and chili seasoning mix to the slow cooker; stir thoroughly to incorporate.
04 - Cover and cook on low heat for 6 hours or on high heat for 3 hours.
05 - Taste and adjust seasoning as desired; serve warm with optional toppings such as shredded cheese, sour cream, jalapeños, cilantro, or diced onions.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ridiculously easy with only four ingredients
  • Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings
02 -
  • Optional toppings include shredded cheese sour cream sliced jalapeños chopped cilantro or diced onions
  • For a vegetarian version substitute plant-based ground meat or add an extra can of beans
03 -
  • Drain excess fat from beef for a less greasy chili
  • Adjust chili seasoning mix according to your spice preference
Return