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Slow Cooker Protein Chili Recipe

Slow Cooker Protein Chili Recipe
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4.8 from 12 reviews

This Slow Cooker Protein Chili is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for chilly nights. Packed with lean ground beef, beans, and spices, this chili is a protein powerhouse that will satisfy your hunger and warm you up from the inside out.

Ingredients

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For the Chili:

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 1/2 lb lean ground beef mince (5% fat)
  • 1 yellow onion (chopped)
  • 5 garlic cloves (minced)
  • 1 red bell pepper (diced)
  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 tbsp cumin
  • 1 tbsp paprika
  • 1 tbsp dried oregano
  • 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1 28 oz can fire-roasted tomatoes
  • 15 oz can crushed tomatoes
  • 1 4 oz can green chiles (mild & chopped)
  • 1/4 cup beef broth (low sodium)
  • 1 15 oz can black beans (drained and rinsed)
  • 1 15 oz can kidney beans (drained and rinsed)
  • 1 15 oz can sweet kernel corn (drained and rinsed)
  • Salt and pepper (to taste)

For Serving:

  • 1 avocado (sliced)
  • 6 tbsp sour cream
  • Green onion (chopped)

Instructions

  1. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add in the olive oil and beef mince. Break it apart and cook for 5-6 minutes until the beef browns up. Drain the fat.
  2. Add onion, garlic, and red bell pepper. Stir and cook for another 3-5 minutes until the onion is translucent.
  3. Transfer the beef mixture to the slow cooker. Add the rest of the chili ingredients and mix to combine.
  4. Cook on high for 3-4 hours or on low for 6-8 hours. If the chili has too much liquid towards the end, slightly open the lid for water to evaporate. If it is too thick, pour in more beef broth.
  5. Serve in bowls and top up with avocado slices, sour cream, and green onion.

Notes

  • You can customize the level of spiciness by adjusting the amount of chili powder and cayenne pepper.
  • This chili freezes well, so feel free to make a big batch and save some for later.

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Keywords: Slow Cooker Chili, Protein-Packed Chili, Beef Chili Recipe

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