Description
A hearty and healthy slow cooker Texas beef chili made with lean ground beef and packed with green bell peppers and green chilies for a flavorful, low-fat meal perfect for any day.
Ingredients
1 pound lean ground beef (93% lean)
1 large yellow onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 medium green bell peppers, diced
1 (4-ounce) can diced green chilies, drained
1 (14.5-ounce) can no-salt-added diced tomatoes
1 (15-ounce) can no-salt-added kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 (15-ounce) can no-salt-added black beans, drained and rinsed
1 cup low-sodium beef broth
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon tomato paste
Instructions
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the lean ground beef until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat.
Transfer the cooked beef to the slow cooker.
Add the diced onion, minced garlic, diced green bell peppers, diced green chilies, diced tomatoes, kidney beans, black beans, and beef broth to the slow cooker.
Stir in chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, dried oregano, black pepper, salt, cayenne pepper, and tomato paste 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 chili powder if desired.
Serve hot, garnished as desired with fresh cilantro or chopped green onions (optional).
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours