Slow Cooker No Bean Chili
This Slow Cooker No Bean Chili recipe is a meat lover's dream come true. Packed with a variety of meats, vegetables, and bold spices, it offers a hearty, flavorful meal that's perfect for any occasion.With a prep time of just 20 minutes and a hands-off cooking process, it's an easy way to feed a crowd or meal prep for the week.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs ground beef
- 1 lb chuck roast cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 medium onions diced
- 2 bell peppers any color, diced
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 2 14.5 oz cans diced tomatoes
- 1 6 oz can tomato paste
- 2 cups beef broth
- ½ cup beer optional
- 3 tablespoons chili powder
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the ground beef and chuck roast in batches, transferring the browned meat to the slow cooker.
- In the same skillet, sauté the onions and bell peppers until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for another minute.
- Transfer the vegetables to the slow cooker.
- Add the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, beef broth, and beer (if using) to the slow cooker.
- Stir in the chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or on high for 4-6 hours.
- About 30 minutes before serving, taste and adjust seasonings if needed.
- Serve hot with your choice of toppings.