Two Alarm Crock Pot Chili

Dive into the robust flavors of Two Alarm Crock Pot Chili, a slow-cooked masterpiece perfect for hearty dinners or chilly nights. Packed with savory ground beef, tender kidney and black beans, and a medley of diced vegetables, this chili delivers a bold but balanced kick thanks to a blend of chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, and just a hint of cayenne pepper. Simmered low and slow in a crock pot, this recipe guarantees irresistibly rich flavors with minimal effort. Topped with melted cheddar, a dollop of creamy sour cream, and fresh green onions, it’s a customizable crowd-pleaser great for gatherings or meal prep. Whether you like a touch of heat or a fiery punch, this versatile chili recipe is sure to warm your soul. Perfect for game day, weeknight meals, and anyone searching for the ultimate slow cooker chili recipe!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:480 mins

Total Time:500 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds ground beef
• 1 large onion, diced
• 1 medium bell pepper, diced
• 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 28 ounces canned diced tomatoes
• 15 ounces canned kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 15 ounces canned black beans, drained and rinsed
• 3 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 cup beef broth
• 3 tablespoons chili powder
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon hot sauce (optional)
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (for topping)
• 0.5 cup sour cream (for topping)
• 0.25 cup chopped green onions (for topping)

Directions

Step 1

In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain any excess fat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic to the skillet with the beef. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened.

Step 3

Transfer the beef and vegetable mixture to the crock pot.

Step 4

Add the canned diced tomatoes, kidney beans, black beans, tomato paste, and beef broth to the crock pot.

Step 5

Sprinkle in the chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, dried oregano, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Stir everything well to combine.

Step 6

If additional heat is desired, add the hot sauce to the mixture and stir again.

Step 7

Cover the crock pot with a lid and cook on LOW for 8 hours or on HIGH for 4 hours, stirring occasionally for even cooking.

Step 8

Taste the chili and adjust seasoning as needed before serving.

Step 9

Serve hot with shredded cheddar cheese, a dollop of sour cream, and chopped green onions on top for garnish. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3490.2 grams (3490.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4080

Total Fat 247.20g	317%
Saturated Fat 107.20g	536%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.80g
Cholesterol 798mg	266%
Sodium 7711mg	335%
Total Carbohydrate 228.80g	83%
Dietary Fiber 78.70g	281%
Total Sugars 50.60g
Protein 249.90g	500%

Vitamin D 24IU	120%
Calcium 1698mg	131%
Iron 44mg	245%
Potassium 7753mg	165%

*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: 53.7%

Protein: 24.1%

Carbs: 22.1%