🥘 Easy Made Ground Beef Crock Pot Chili

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🌶️ Hearty | 🥩 Meaty | 🧡 Family-Approved

When life gets busy but you still want a hearty, satisfying dinner, this ground beef crock pot chili is the answer. It’s rich, smoky, and brimming with flavor — all while simmering away in your slow cooker. No fuss, no babysitting, just pure comfort in a bowl.

Why You’ll Love This Ground Beef Crock Pot Chili

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 6–8 hours (low) or 3–4 hours (high)
• Serves: 6–8
• Budget-Friendly: Under $15
• Flavor Profile: Smoky, savory, slightly spicy
• Perfect For: Weeknight dinners, game days, meal prep

Ingredients – All the Good Stuff

• 2 lbs ground beef
• 1 large onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 2 (15 oz) cans kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 2 (15 oz) cans diced tomatoes
• 1 (8 oz) can tomato sauce
• 3 tbsp chili powder
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• ½ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
• 1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
• ½ tsp black pepper
• 1 cup beef broth

How to Make Ground Beef Crock Pot Chili – Effortless and Flavorful

Step 1: Brown the Beef

In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned. Drain excess grease.

Step 2: Load the Crock Pot

Add cooked beef, onion, garlic, bell pepper, beans, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, broth, and seasonings to your slow cooker. Stir well.

Step 3: Let It Work Its Magic

Cook on low for 6–8 hours or high for 3–4 hours, stirring occasionally.

Step 4: Serve and Enjoy

Ladle into bowls and top with shredded cheese, sour cream, and green onions.

Serving Ideas for Ground Beef Crock Pot Chili

• Over rice or baked potatoes for a hearty twist
• With cornbread or tortilla chips for dipping
• Topped with avocado slices for creaminess
• With a splash of hot sauce for extra kick

What Everyone’s Saying About This Crock Pot Chili

“Hands down the best chili I’ve ever made — and I barely lifted a finger!”
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ – Sarah L.

“The slow cooker makes the flavors so deep and rich. My go-to winter recipe now.”
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ – Ben M.

“Perfect for meal prep. I froze half and it reheated beautifully.”
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ – Kate W.

🥘 Slow Cooker Ground Beef Stew – Hearty, Comforting, and Hands-Off

When life gets busy but your stomach craves a warm, homey meal, this Ground Beef Crock Pot Stew steps in like a culinary hero. It’s rich, filling, and packed with tender veggies and savory ground beef — all slowly simmered to perfection while you get on with your day.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 6 minutes mins

Total Time 5 minutes mins

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Main Dish, Stew

Cuisine: American, Comfort Food

Calories: 280

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 1 lb ground beef
• 4 cups beef broth
• 3 medium potatoes cubed
• 3 carrots sliced
• 2 celery stalks sliced
• 1 medium onion diced
• 3 cloves garlic minced
• 1 can 14.5 oz diced tomatoes
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp salt adjust to taste
• ½ tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 2 tbsp flour optional, for thickening

Equipment

• Slow cooker (Crock Pot)
• Large skillet
• Wooden spoon
• Cutting board & sharp knife

Method

 

1. In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until no longer pink. Drain excess fat.
2. Transfer beef to the slow cooker.
3. Add potatoes, carrots, celery, onion, garlic, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, broth, and seasonings. Stir well.
4. Cover and cook on Low for 6–8 hours or High for 3–4 hours, until vegetables are tender.
5. (Optional) For a thicker stew, mix flour with ¼ cup water to form a slurry, stir into the stew, and cook for an additional 15 minutes.
6. Taste, adjust seasoning, and serve hot.

Notes

For more flavor, deglaze the skillet with a splash of beef broth before adding to the crock pot.

Add peas or corn in the last 30 minutes for extra color and sweetness.

Freezes beautifully for up to 3 months — thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.

FAQ – Ground Beef Crock Pot Chili

If you’re looking for a fresh, vibrant side to pair with your hearty slow-cooked beef, try this Easy Cucumber Caprese Salad. Its crisp veggies and creamy mozzarella perfectly balance rich, savory crock pot dishes.