Recipe For Chilli Con Carne Slow Cooker
Introduction
Chilli con carne is a classic dish that is loved by many. It is a hearty, filling and delicious meal that is perfect for any occasion. One of the best things about this dish is that it can be made in a slow cooker, which makes it an easy and convenient option for busy weeknights or lazy weekends. In this article, we will walk you through the steps to make a delicious chilli con carne in a slow cooker.Ingredients
To make chilli con carne in a slow cooker, you will need the following ingredients:- 2 lbs ground beef
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 oz)
- 1 can kidney beans (15 oz)
- 1 can tomato sauce (8 oz)
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup beef broth
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
Now that you have all the ingredients, let's get started with the instructions:- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up into small pieces as it cooks.
- Once the beef is cooked, add it to the slow cooker.
- In the same skillet, add the onion, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, and garlic. Cook for 2-3 minutes until softened.
- Add the vegetables to the slow cooker.
- Next, add the diced tomatoes, kidney beans, tomato sauce, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper to the slow cooker.
- Stir everything together until well combined.
- Add the beef broth to the slow cooker.
- Stir everything together once more.
- Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
- After the cooking time is up, give the chilli a good stir.
- If the chilli is too thick, add more beef broth until the desired consistency is reached.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.
- Let the chilli sit for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
Here is the nutritional information for one serving of chilli con carne made in a slow cooker:- Calories: 427
- Total Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Cholesterol: 94mg
- Sodium: 1364mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 28g
- Dietary Fiber: 8g
- Sugars: 9g
- Protein: 35g