Description
Indulge in the warmth and flavor of The BEST Easy Slow Cooker Chilli Con Carne, a satisfying and nutritious dish perfect for family gatherings or meal prep. This hearty chili is packed with protein from lean beef and fiber-rich beans, making it a wholesome choice that everyone will enjoy. With minimal effort, you can create a delicious meal that simmers to perfection in your slow cooker, allowing you to focus on other activities while it cooks. This customizable recipe lets you adjust spices and toppings to suit your taste, ensuring a delightful experience with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 500 g 5% fat ground beef
- 1 medium red onion (diced)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 3 stalks celery (diced)
- 400 g tin chopped tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato purée
- 400 g tin mixed beans in chili sauce
- 200 ml beef stock
- 1 tablespoon dried thyme
- 1 ½ teaspoon chilli powder
- 2 teaspoons cumin
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder or 1 small square of dark chocolate
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef with diced onion and minced garlic for about 10 minutes until cooked through.
- Transfer the beef mixture to the slow cooker and add chopped tomatoes, tomato purée, mixed beans, beef stock, and spices. Stir well.
- Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 5 hours.
- Taste and adjust seasoning before serving hot with your choice of toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow cooking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (250g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg