If you have a slow cooker lying around that you rarely use, now is the time to bring it out! I’ve made this Slow Cooker Three-Bean Chili for as long as I can remember and it’s both tasty and super filling.
In my household, we have a chili cook-off competition between me and my husband, Doug.
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His chili is different every time… sometimes spicy, sweet or smoky. He’s used chocolate, strawberries, sweet peppers, and who knows what else in his versions. Me? I like having a simple foundation. And when the mood strikes, I can always kick it up!
Don’t tell Doug, but the kids always go back for seconds for this easy version of my slow cooker three-bean chili.
Slow Cooker Three Bean Chili
We have chili cook-off competitions in our house between me and my husband, Doug. Don’t tell Doug, but the kids always go back for seconds for this easy version.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs. ground beef or turkey
- 1 yellow onion, chopped
- 1 Tbsp garlic, minced
- 2 cans Rotel diced tomato and green chiles
- 1 (14.5-oz) can chili beans in sauce
- 1 (14.5-oz) can black beans, drained
- 1 (14.5-oz) can pinto beans, drained
- 1 (29-oz) can tomato sauce (or 2 14.5-oz cans)
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder *see note
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp ground cayenne
- Salt, to taste
- Shredded cheese (optional garnish)
- Sliced jalapeños (optional garnish)
- Sour cream (optional garnish)
- Hot sauce (optional garnish)
Instructions
- Brown the ground beef or turkey in large skillet with the onion, over medium heat until the meat is fully cooked. Add garlic and cook for additional minute.
- Drain off any excess oil and put the mixture into your slow cooker. Add the remaining ingredients and stir until mixed.
- Set the slow cooker on low and cook for 4–5 hours.
- Top with shredded cheese, jalapeños, sour cream, and hot sauce, if desired.
Notes
*I really prefer chipotle chili powder if you can find it. It has a smoky flavor that really gives this chili a wonderful flavor!
Remember, this recipe can be changed depending on your own taste preferences. Want more spice, use diced jalapenos in the base. Not a fan of pinto beans? Simply swap them for black beans instead.
Looking for some other comforting recipes to have on hand? Here are a few of my favorites:
However you make it, I hope this three-bean chili will become one of your favorite weeknight meals!
From my kitchen to yours,
Jill
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