Ingredients and Weight:
- 2 pounds Ground Beef
- 1 can (15 oz) Red Kidney Beans
- 1 can (15 oz) Black Beans
- 1 can (16 oz) Chicken Broth
- 1 can (28 oz) Diced Tomatoes with Juices
- 1 packet Chili Powder Mix (or 2-3 tablespoons chili powder, 1 tablespoon cumin, and 1 tablespoon oregano)
- 1 small Onion, chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 bell Pepper, chopped (optional)
- Salt and Pepper to taste
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 20 minutes
- Cooking Time: 4-6 hours (slow cooker setting) or 3-4 hours (high setting)
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a large slow cooker, combine all ingredients except for the ground beef.
- Brown the ground beef in a separate pan and drain excess fat.
- Add the browned ground beef to the slow cooker and mix well.
- Set the slow cooker to low setting for 4-6 hours or high setting for 3-4 hours.
- Check periodically and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if necessary. Serve with desired toppings like sour cream, cheese, and corn chips.
Nutritional Information:
(Based on a standard nutritional database)
- Calories: Approx. 400 per serving (without toppings)
- Fat: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Protein: 28g
(Note: Nutritional information may vary depending on specific ingredients used.)
Dish Characteristics:
- This dish is rich in protein and fiber from the beans and ground beef.
- The slow cooking process ensures that the flavors blend together creating a rich and hearty chili.
- It is easy to customize with different toppings to suit individual tastes.
User Comments:
- "This chili is amazing! The flavors blend so well after being slow cooked."
- "I love how easy it is to make in a slow cooker. It smells so good while it's cooking."
- "This dish is perfect for a cold winter night. The beans are so flavorful and the chili is not too spicy."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to brown the ground beef to remove excess fat for a better flavor.
- Adjust the seasoning according to your preference. You can add more chili powder or other spices like cayenne pepper for a spicier chili.
- Slow cookers retain heat for a long time, so it's important to keep checking the chili periodically to avoid it from getting too dry or too spicy.
