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Hearty Crockpot Chili Colorado

Savory Hearty Crockpot Chili Colorado for Cozy Nights

Enjoy a bowl of Hearty Crockpot Chili Colorado, perfect for cozy nights with its rich flavors and tender beef.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Course One-Pot Meals
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 6 bowls
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • Crockpot
  • skillet
  • Cutting Board
  • Knife

Ingredients
  

For the Chili

  • 2 lb beef chuck roast cut into one-inch cubes
  • 2 tablespoon vegetable oil for searing
  • 1 large onion chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

For the Broth

  • 14 oz enchilada sauce
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 8 oz diced green chiles

For the Beans

  • 15 oz kidney beans drained and rinsed
  • 15 oz pinto beans drained and rinsed

For Thickening

  • 2 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 2 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoon water

Instructions
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions

  • Sear the beef in vegetable oil until browned.
  • Transfer the browned beef to the crockpot.
  • Sauté onion and garlic until softened.
  • Stir in spices and cook until fragrant.
  • Combine the sauté mixture with broth and enchilada sauce in the crockpot.
  • Add beans and stir to combine.
  • Set to cook on low for 7-8 hours or high for 4 hours.
  • Mix cornstarch with water and stir into the chili to thicken.
  • Cook on high for an additional 15 minutes, then serve.

Notes

Customize toppings with cheese, sour cream, or jalapeños. Consider pairing with cornbread or a side salad.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 850mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 70mgIron: 4mg
Keyword Beef Chili, Chili Colorado, comfort food, Crockpot Chili, hearty chili, slow cooker recipe
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