1. Can I make this vegetarian?

Yes! Replace the beef with lentils or a mix of black beans and quinoa.

2. How can I make it spicier?

Add extra cayenne or diced jalapeños for a fiery kick.

Absolutely — just pre-soak and cook them before adding to the crockpot.

It’s delicious with rice, cornbread, tortilla chips, or even over baked potatoes.

Rich, smoky slow-cooked chili con carne with tender beef, beans, and bold spices.

Scale

1 lb lean ground beef

1 onion, diced

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 red bell pepper, diced

1 can kidney beans, drained

1 can black beans, drained

1 can crushed tomatoes

2 tbsp tomato paste

2 tsp cumin

1 tbsp chili powder

1 tsp smoked paprika

½ tsp cayenne pepper

1 tsp salt

½ tsp black pepper

½ cup beef broth

Olive oil

Cilantro, lime, sour cream

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1. Brown beef and sauté onion and garlic.

2. Transfer to crockpot with all ingredients.

3. Stir, cover, and cook Low 6–8 hrs or High 3–4 hrs.

4. Adjust seasoning and serve with toppings.

Freeze in portions up to 3 months.

Use ground turkey for a lighter version.

Add chipotle for smoky heat.