Slow Cooker Chili Without Beans
A hearty and flavorful slow cooker chili made without beans, perfect for those who prefer a bean-free chili. This recipe features ground beef, tomatoes, and a blend of spices simmered to perfection in a slow cooker.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 6
Ingredients
2 pounds ground beef
1 large yellow onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
1 cup beef broth
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon, about 5-7 minutes.
Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet and cook until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
Transfer the cooked beef, onion, and garlic mixture to the slow cooker.
Add the crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes with their juice, beef broth, tomato paste, chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, dried oregano, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and salt to the slow cooker.
Stir all ingredients together until well combined.
Cover and cook on low for 6 hours, stirring occasionally if possible.
After cooking, taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or spices if desired.
Serve hot with your favorite chili toppings or sides.