This flavor packed Crockpot Chili Recipe is going to slap your taste buds with outrageous flavor… to the very last thrilling bite! Don’t be surprised if this becomes the award winning chili at your next cookoff!
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Easy Crockpot Chili Recipe
Searching for the BEST Chili to make in your slow cooker? You just found your new go-to, and it’s a winner!
With complex flavors made easy… this Crockpot Chili Recipe with beans and ground beef is your ticket to household megastardom!
Each gleeful bite will delight your taste buds with a symphony of flavors.
Cindy writes: "Made this for our chili cook off and I won!"
Believe me, this award winning chili will get you RAVE reviews!
So whether you’re looking to kick up the flavor at supper tonight, or are just wondering how to win a chili cook-off, you’ve just found the only chili recipe you’ll ever need!
This 2 hour crock pot chili recipe is perfect for busy weeknights, and it’s the tastiest way to warm up on a chilly day.
Just let your slow cooker do the simmering, and you’ll end up with a steaming bowl of hearty, robust chili!
YUM!
Trust me, it just might be your next cook off blue ribbon chili winner!
It’s also sure to be the surprise star of your next BBQ, game day party, potluck, or weeknight family dinner.
Plus, this recipe is so versatile.
If you want to crank up the heat to a tongue tingling experience, simply increase the cayenne. From mild to a blazing inferno, the choice is yours!
The only problem?
This tasty slow cooker chili is so popular, you’ll likely have diddly squat for leftovers!
Oh well… I guess you can’t win them all.
So what are you waiting for… it’s time to make some outstanding chili!
Your slow cooker is going to simmer this chili to groovy perfection…
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Crockpot Chili Recipe Ingredients
You’ll just need the following simple ingredients to make the BEST Crockpot Chili Recipe!
First check your pantry and refrigerator, then add the following other your next grocery list…
- Ground Beef
- Yellow Onion
- Olive Oil
- Dark Red Kidney Beans
- Tomato Sauce
- Green Chilies
- Ro-Tel
- Cumin
- Ground Mustard Powder
- Garlic Cloves
- Black Pepper
- Cayenne Pepper
- Chili Powder
- Dried Basil Leaves (How to Dry Fresh Basil)
- Salt
You’ll also need a 5 – 6 quart Crock Pot to get the job done.
How to Make Crockpot Chili
It’s actually SO easy to make this award winning 2 hour chili in your crockpot!
Here’s how to prepare the winner of your next chili cook-off…
1. Start by browning your Beef & Chopped Onions in Olive Oil.
2. Once done, drain the juices from meat, and set the beef/onion mixture aside.
3. Mix together your seasonings in a small bowl.
4. Then add all ingredients to Crockpot and stir well.
5. Cook per the instructions in the recipe card below, stirring regularly.
6. Garnish with Cheese & Chopped Green Onions (or toppings of choice).
Then… serve it up, Enjoy & DEVOUR!
Scroll down for the printable recipe card with detailed, step-by-step instructions.
What Are Some Good Toppings for Chili?
When it comes to topping off your finished chili, here are some of the tastiest options:
- Avocados (diced or sliced)
- Cheddar Cheese (shredded)
- Cilantro (chopped)
- Green Onions (chopped) – (How to Grow Green Onions in Water)
- Jalapenos (chopped)
- Tortilla Strips
What to Serve with Crockpot Chili
So are you wondering what delicious sides to serve alongside your crock pot chili?
Here are some easy sides that go perfectly with a bowl of this chili…
- Artisan Crusty Bread
- Baked Potatoes
- Classic Cornbread
- Biscuits
- Cornbread Muffins
- Dinner Rolls
- Fresh Baked Cornbread
- Garlic Bread
- Grilled Cheese Sandwiches
- Hot Dogs (think Chili Dogs!)
- Potato Wedges
- Rice
- Salad
- Skillet Cornbread
- Tortilla Chips
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Crock Pot Chili Reviews
What Your Frugal Friends Are Saying About This Slow Cooker Chili Recipe…
Jennifer writes: “I WON a chili cook off with your recipe this weekend! BEST one out of 12! It’s amazing!”
Caitlin writes: “Love this recipe! Turned out perfect”
Rosario writes: “This was the best! I won our friends’ chili cookoff!! Thank you!!!”
Kassandra writes: “This Recipe is AMAZING! New favorite for my husband & I! ❤️”
Cindy writes: “Made this for our chili cook off and I won!”
Kim writes: “DELICIOUS, DELICIOUS, DELICIOUS!!! Easy to make. The only ingredient I didn’t use was the mustard seasoning. I used HOT green chilies to kick up the spice. Added cornbread. Definitely will be making this alot. My husband loved it and said it was a perfect meal after a long day of work!”
Beth writes: “My husband and I LOVE this chili. We can’t get enough of it!! Such a great recipe!!”
Kristen writes: “This chili is divine and so easy!”
Manda writes: “I made this for a party and everyone said I was an amazing cook. My boyfriend texted me a week later saying he was craving this chili for days.”
Jessica writes: “The best chili! So good my husband raves over it every time.”
Darcy writes: “Phenomenal! I made 2 batches for my husband’s birthday. I loved the spice level making it exactly as the recipe instructs. Delicious! Thank you for this recipe”
Mattison writes: “The best chili recipe my husband and I have had! Cheap, easy, delicious!”
Kimberly writes: “Followed the exact instructions and it was amazing!”
Mora writes: “My husband and I loved it! We enjoy spice, and this recipe had the perfect amount. Definitely will be making this again.”
Natalie writes: “I made it with turkey instead of beef, in a pot on the stove on low heat instead of the crockpot. It was yummy”
Elise writes: “Amazing! Easy and hubby loved it!”
Jessica writes: “This chili was amazing. Didn’t bring any leftovers home from our church family day.”
Megan writes: “Great recipe. Liked by the entire family!”
Jenna writes: “I made this for a bunch of senior citizens, and got many compliments on how “excellent” it was. It was very easy to make, very flavorful and was ready quickly.”
Cherie writes: “Best easy crockpot chili I’ve found! Easy meal for football Saturday”
Chantelle writes: “Love this chili recipe. I make it on the stove and it’s so simple and delicious. Also easy to alter to your tastes. It’s a very forgiving recipe.”
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Easy Crockpot Chili Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds Ground Beef
- 3/4 cup chopped Yellow Onion
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
- 30 ounces Dark Red Kidney Beans rinsed and drained
- 30 ounces Tomato Sauce
- 4 ounces Green Chilies
- 20 ounces Ro-tel (2 cans, 10 oz. each)
- 1/2 teaspoon Cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon Ground Mustard Powder
- 3 large Garlic Cloves minced
- 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
- 1 tablespoon Chili Powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Dried Basil Leaves
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
- Gather your ingredients.
- Add 1 tbsp. Olive Oil, Beef, and Chopped Onions to frying pan.
- Brown Beef and soften onions in frying pan.
- Drain juices from meat and set beef/onion mixture aside.
- In a small bowl, mix your Chili Powder, Cumin, Mustard Powder, Basil, Cayenne Pepper, Black Pepper and Salt.
- Add all ingredients (except cheese and green onions) to 6 - 7 quart Crockpot and stir well.
- Cook on HIGH for 2 hours, or LOW for 4 hours, stirring every 30 minutes.
- Garnish with grated Cheddar Cheese and chopped Green Onions. ENJOY!
Notes
- Avocados (diced or sliced)
- Cheddar Cheese (shredded)
- Cilantro (chopped)
- Green Onions (chopped) – (How to Grow Green Onions in Water)
- Jalapenos (chopped)
- Tortilla Strips
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Angela M. Peters says
This chili looks absolutely amazing! I love how easy it is to make in the slow cooker, and the flavor sounds like it’s on point! Definitely adding this to my meal plan—perfect for cozy nights. And that cornbread on the side? Yes, please!
Heidi says
I know you’ll love it. Trust me… it’s loaded with so much amazing flavor!
Hadia says
Sounds super decadent and you made look super easy by providing your precise ingredients. Thank you for sharing.
Heidi says
You’re very welcome, Hadia! 🙂
Jaime Morales says
Love the recipe. If I double the recipe in the crockpot, do I need to add time?
Cheryl says
Is there a difference between Tsp and tsp as stated in recipe?
Heidi says
No difference… both are just abbreviations for teaspoon. Hope that helps!
Angela says
Made this chili for an easy meal to use up ground beef we had in the freezer and it was absolutely delicious! Will be something we make often
Heidi says
That’s wonderful to hear, Angela… I’m so glad you loved it!
Nakia says
Hi ! I am doing Weight Watchers . I made your amazing chili but I want to be able to calculate the points . When you say serving size is 12 is that cups ? Thank you so much . The chili is a big hit in my family!
Amy Pletcher says
I am wondering if I could divide this chili recipe in half so I could make it in a smaller crockpot? I have one in my camper that is like 3 or 4 qt size. Perfect for my hubby and I with some leftovers or a larger portion. I have a larger crockpot in my home but I didn’t think I would have enough room for a lot of left overs or food due to space.
Heidi says
Hi Amy ~ Absolutely! You can definitely divide this in half and make in two separate crockpots. Just keep an eye on the cook time, as it may cook a little faster. Hope that helps!
Nadine says
this chili was the best ever, just enough spice and my boyfriend loved it! had two helpings at dinner
Heidi says
I’m so glad to hear your boyfriend loved the slow cooker chili, Nadine! 🙂
Aly says
I made the entire recipe in my 4.5 quart sized crockpot and it worked out okay actually.
Jennifer says
I WON a chili cook off with your recipe this weekend! BEST one out of 12! It’s amazing!
Heidi says
Oh WOW… that’s amazing, Jennifer!! Congratulations on winning the chili cook off this weekend! I’m so glad to hear it won 1st place out of 12! Woohoo! 🙂
Debbie says
I tried your chilly last weekend and it was delicious. I have been looking for something that comes close to my mom’s recipe and this was it!! She has been gone almost 18 years and my first bite of this chili, well she came to mind right away. I used it to make over the top chili. Put it in the crock pot for a couple hours then on the smoker with my meat made like a meat loaf over the top on a baking rack and let the juices run into the chili and smoked it for about 2 hours then chopped the meat up into the chili and it was absolutely delicious.
Heidi says
I’m so glad you loved it, Debbie… and that it reminded you of your mom’s chili! I’m liking the sounds of smoked over-the-top chili – what a creative idea! 🙂
Colleen says
Followed this recipe to a T and it is amazing . Best chili recipe yet- we love a spicy chili and the green chiles in this recipe gives just enough kick. Thank you!!
Heidi says
You’re very welcome, Colleen… I’m so glad to hear you loved the chili! 🙂
Alaina says
Good morning!
Have you ever made this without the ground beef?
Heidi says
I honestly have not made it this way. You could try adding some extra beans to compensate for the lack of beef, so the chili would not have too much liquid.
If you do give it a try, please let me know how it goes.
~ Heidi
Georgia says
OMG…this chili was SO GOOD!!!
Heidi says
Aww… thanks, Georgia! I’m so happy to hear you loved the chili!
Sandra Douglas says
I love this Chili recipe so much. It is very easy and the only one I will ever use. When I make this, I also cook a pot of rice and a pan of Cornbread. So so so good
Heidi says
How delicious, Sandra… rice and cornbread sound like the perfect sides!
Erin says
I want to double this but I don’t have 2 crock pots. What would recommend for cooking on the stove top?
R. Alexander says
I just made this recipe and cooked on stovetop instead of crockpot. Brought it just to a boiling stage and then cooked on low for 2 hours. Delicious!
Cindy says
I have been searching for the perfect chili recipe for years…this is it !! My search is over and this will be my go-to recipe from now on . I used 1 pound of ground beef and 1 pound of ground pork as that was all I had in the freezer . I also added 1/2 pound sliced brown mushrooms . DELICIOUS !! Thanks for sharing !
Heidi says
Aww… you’re so sweet, Cindy ~ I’m so glad to hear you love it! That’s a great tip on the ground beef and ground pork combo, too… what a delicious twist!
Shauntee says
What step do I put the garlic in?
Heidi says
Hi Shauntee… you’ll add the garlic in step #5. Hope that helps! 🙂
Danielle says
My first time ever making chili and it was an instant favorite! The recipe is easy to follow and it’s SO DELICIOUS!
Heidi says
Aww… so glad to hear you loved it, Danielle! 🙂
Kayla says
What is the serving size?
Heidi says
Hi Kayla ~ yes… it’s definitely on the thicker side. 🙂
Erika says
Is it possible to double to serve more people?
Heidi says
Hi Erika ~ this makes a pretty big batch, so a doubled portion wouldn’t really fit well in a crockpot. If you have two crockpots, you could make a batch in each one at the same time, or another idea would be to make one batch in your crockpot and one batch in your instant pot with the following recipe… hope that helps! 🙂
https://thefrugalgirls.com/2019/01/best-instant-pot-chili-recipe.html
Lora Rogan says
I just made a double batch in a 6 quart crockpot and it was perfect – added a bit more spice when cooking the beef and it received rave reviews.
Heidi says
That’s great to hear, Lora… and I’m so glad everyone loved it!
Rebecca Dillon says
The perfect EASY recipe for winter! Thanks!
Heidi says
Thanks so much, Rebecca!
Jaime says
Do you drain the rotel?
Heidi says
Hi Jaime ~ no… you will not drain the rotel. Hope that helps! 🙂
Kimberly Renken says
Made this for first time tonight. All of us LOVED IT!! Just the perfect amount of spice – not too spicy at all.
Thank you! Kim
Heidi says
Thanks so much, Kim… I’m so glad to hear everyone loved it! 🙂
Heather says
What is the serving size ex. 1 cup,…
Ruth says
Did you drain the beans?
Heidi says
Hi Ruth ~ yes, you’ll want to rinse and drain the beans. Hope that helps!
Ellie says
Can I cook this low 8 hours or will that mess it up?
Heidi says
Hi Ellie ~ if cooking on low, it will just need 4 hours to cook. Hope that helps!
Kayla Bowen says
Is it thick? My husband likes a thick chili
Karen Trent says
I have a family of 6. Best recipe and have made it alot. We top ours off with a dash of sour cream, shredded sharp cheddar, and green onions. So good and easy to make. I do add a can of black beans and diced tomatoes. I like it chunky.
Jaime says
Do you drain the tomatoes?
Aaron says
I loved the Chili Recipe. It was fantastic. I can’t wait to try more of your dishes.
Heidi says
Thanks, Aaron… so glad to hear you enjoyed the Chili!
Irma Levere says
I am going to use this awesome chili recipe on the weekend and the cornbread recipe as well.
Heidi says
The chili pairs so nicely with the cornbread Irma… both are simple and SO delicious! ENJOY!! 🙂
Shery says
I’m going to try the crockpot chili recipe for my next church “small group” gathering. Because I’m not supposed to serve an entire meal, I think I’ll take Fritos, sour cream, and the extra cheese for letting my friends add to their soup; hopefully, that will make it more snack-like. =) I think they’ll love it! Now to find a great cookie or bar recipe from The Frugal Girls (there are many) to take for all of us sweet-lovers. Thanks for the great ideas. Love your site!
Heidi says
Aww ~ thanks so much for the sweet comment, Sherry! This is perfect for a small group gathering, and the Fritos, Sour Cream, and Cheese are fabulous additions to the chili, too. YUM! Have fun!
Kathy Ollom says
I want to get the chili recipe to make for family and friends.
Vanessa says
I doubled the recipe and added an extra can of tomato sauce. Turned out delicious! I will definitely use this recipe every time I make chili.
Heidi says
I’m so glad you loved it, Vanessa! 🙂