A Can of This and a Can of That Crock Pot Chili

Turn your weeknight dinner routine into an effortless delight with "A Can of This and a Can of That Crock Pot Chili," the ultimate one-pot comfort food. This hearty chili combines pantry staples like diced tomatoes, kidney beans, black beans, and corn with savory ground beef and a medley of bold spices, making it a stress-free meal packed with flavor. Prep takes just 15 minutes before your trusty crock pot takes over, slow-cooking everything into a rich and satisfying dish with minimal effort. Perfect for busy families or game day gatherings, this chili is as versatile as it is delicious—top it with shredded cheddar, sour cream, and green onions for a customizable, crowd-pleasing finish. Whether you're meal prepping or feeding a hungry table, this crock pot chili is your go-to recipe for warmth and ease.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:360 mins

Total Time:375 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 1 15-ounce can of diced tomatoes
• 1 15-ounce can of tomato sauce
• 1 15-ounce can of kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 15-ounce can of black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 15-ounce can of corn, drained
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 tablespoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup water or beef broth
• 0.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional, for garnish)
• 0.25 cup sour cream (optional, for garnish)
• 2 tablespoons chopped green onions (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it up into crumbles with a spoon. Drain any excess fat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened. Transfer the cooked ground beef and onion mixture to the crock pot.

Step 3

Open the can of diced tomatoes and pour it into the crock pot, juice and all.

Step 4

Add the can of tomato sauce, kidney beans, black beans, and corn to the crock pot. Stir to combine.

Step 5

Sprinkle the chili powder, ground cumin, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper over the ingredients. Stir well to evenly distribute the spices.

Step 6

Pour the water or beef broth into the crock pot and give everything a good stir.

Step 7

Set the crock pot to low heat and cook for 6-8 hours, or on high heat for 3-4 hours, stirring occasionally.

Step 8

Once the chili is cooked, taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 9

Ladle the chili into bowls and garnish with shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, and chopped green onions, if desired. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3014.5 grams (3014.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2508

Total Fat 99.90g	128%
Saturated Fat 39.40g	197%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 351mg	117%
Sodium 4873mg	212%
Total Carbohydrate 280.00g	102%
Dietary Fiber 72.30g	258%
Total Sugars 55.20g
Protein 147.00g	294%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 550mg	42%
Iron 29mg	160%
Potassium 5990mg	127%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 34.5%

Protein: 22.6%

Carbs: 43.0%