Thick Crock Pot Burger Chili

Sink your spoon into a hearty bowl of Thick Crock Pot Burger Chili, a crowd-pleasing recipe that’s perfect for slow-cooking comfort. Loaded with seasoned ground beef, tender kidney and black beans, and a medley of aromatic spices like chili powder, cumin, and paprika, this chili is rich, bold, and irresistibly thick. A touch of sautéed garlic, onions, and red bell pepper adds depth and balance, while long, slow simmering in the Crock Pot allows the flavors to meld beautifully. Whether you're serving it for game day or a cozy family dinner, this chili is easy to prepare and can be customized with toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, and avocado for a personalized touch. With minimal prep and maximum flavor, this stress-free recipe is your go-to for effortless home-cooked comfort.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:360 mins

Total Time:380 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds ground beef
• 1 large yellow onion, diced
• 1 large red bell pepper, diced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 28 ounces diced tomatoes (with juice)
• 15 ounces tomato sauce
• 15 ounces kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 15 ounces black beans, drained and rinsed
• 3 tablespoons chili powder
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
• 1.5 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Once browned, drain excess grease if necessary and transfer the beef to your Crock Pot.

Step 2

In the same skillet, add the diced onion and red bell pepper. Sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute. Transfer the mixture to the Crock Pot.

Step 3

To the Crock Pot, add the diced tomatoes (with their juices), tomato sauce, kidney beans, and black beans. Stir to combine.

Step 4

Add the chili powder, ground cumin, paprika, oregano, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper. Stir until the spices are evenly distributed.

Step 5

Cover the Crock Pot and set it to low heat. Cook for 6-8 hours, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking and to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 6

Once cooked, taste and adjust seasonings as needed with more salt, pepper, or spices.

Step 7

Serve hot, garnished with your favorite toppings such as shredded cheese, sour cream, sliced green onions, or diced avocado. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3385 grams (3385.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3424

Total Fat 188.30g	241%
Saturated Fat 68.20g	341%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 602mg	201%
Sodium 5172mg	225%
Total Carbohydrate 235.90g	86%
Dietary Fiber 74.70g	267%
Total Sugars 51.40g
Protein 217.40g	435%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 600mg	46%
Iron 41mg	225%
Potassium 6870mg	146%

*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: 48.3%

Protein: 24.8%

Carbs: 26.9%