Get ready for a little bowl of Chili heaven when you make this flavor packed Easy Crockpot Chili Recipe with Beans!
Move over meatless Monday… it’s time for a cozy bowl of the best chili ever! Â If you’re looking for the next winner of your chili cook-off, this Easy Crockpot Chili Recipe is IT!!
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 easy Crockpot Chili Recipe is perfect for those busy weeknights… just let your Slow Cooker do the simmering, and you’ll end up with a delicious hearty dinner!   Trust me… it just might be your next cook off blue ribbon chili winner!
With just the right amount of flavor, this crock pot chili recipe is sure to be the surprise star of your next Game Day party, Potluck, or weeknight family dinner!  So what are you waiting for… it’s time to make some tasty slow cooker chili!
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Easy Crockpot Chili Recipe
What Your Frugal Friends Are Saying About This Recipe:
Kassandra writes: “This Recipe is AMAZING! New favorite for my husband & I! ❤️”
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!”
Jessica writes: “The best chili! So good my husband raves over it ever time.”
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. Â 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.”
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.”
Easy Crockpot Chili Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds Ground Beef
- 3/4 cup chopped Yellow Onion
- 1 Tbsp Olive Oil
- 30 oz. Dark Red Kidney Beans rinsed and drained {2 cans, 15 oz. each}
- 30 oz. Tomato Sauce {2 cans 15 oz. each}
- 4 oz. Green Chilies can
- 20 oz. Ro-tel {2 cans 10 oz. each}
- 1/2 Tsp Cumin
- 1/2 Tsp Ground Mustard Powder
- 3 large Garlic Cloves minced
- 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
- 1/2 tsp Cayenne Pepper
- 1 Tbsp Chili Powder
- 1/2 Tsp Dried Basil Leaves
- 1/2 tsp Salt
Instructions
- 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!
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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
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.
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
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! 🙂