Spicy Slow-Cooked Chili

There's nothing quite like a hearty bowl of chili to warm you up on a cold winter day. And when it comes to chili, nothing beats the rich, complex flavors of a slow-cooked, spicy version. This recipe takes all the traditional elements of chili – tender chunks of beef, savory beans, and a robust blend of spices – and simmers them together for hours, allowing the flavors to meld and develop into a truly mouthwatering dish.

Spicy Slow-Cooked Chili
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Prep Time:

20 mins

Cook Time:

4 hrs 10 mins

Total Time:

4 hrs 30 mins

Servings:

10

Ingredients

Spicy Slow-Cooked Chili
2 pounds ground beef
2 (16 ounce) cans kidney beans, rinsed and drained
2 (14.5 ounce) cans diced tomatoes, drained
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
2 onions, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
3 tablespoons chili powder
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Directions

Spicy Slow-Cooked Chili

Step 1

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir ground beef in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and discard grease.

Step 2

Combine ground beef, kidney beans, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, onions, bell pepper, garlic, chili powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper in a slow cooker. Cover and cook on Low for 10 hours or High for 4 hours.

Step 3

Garnish each serving with Cheddar cheese.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

308

Calories

14g

Fat

22g

Carbs

23g

Protein

Complement

The key to this recipe is the slow cooking process, which allows the meat to become incredibly tender and the flavors to intensify. The addition of spicy peppers, cumin, and chili powder gives this chili a fiery kick that is sure to warm you up from the inside out. Whether you're serving it at a tailgate, enjoying it on a cozy night in, or simply craving a comforting meal, this spicy slow-cooked chili is guaranteed to hit the spot. So grab a bowl, top it with your favorite fixings, and get ready to savor every delicious spoonful.