This easy chili recipe for the crockpot combines hearty beans, flavorful spices, and a variety of vegetables for a satisfying meal. It’s perfect for busy days when you want a delicious homemade dish waiting for you.
Using homemade chili seasoning, this recipe is a great addition to your collection of crockpot chili recipes. It’s simple to prepare and can be customized to suit your taste, making it one of the best chili recipes for any occasion.
Homemade Chili Beans in the Crockpot
This crockpot chili beans recipe features a mix of kidney beans, black beans, and pinto beans simmered with tomatoes, bell peppers, and spices. The cooking time is approximately 6-8 hours on low heat, serving about 6 people.
Ingredients
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) pinto beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (28 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons homemade chili seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt, adjust to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup vegetable or chicken broth
- Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped green onions
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Chop the onion and bell pepper, and mince the garlic.
- Combine Ingredients: In the crockpot, add the kidney beans, black beans, pinto beans, diced tomatoes, onion, bell pepper, garlic, chili seasoning, salt, pepper, and broth.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until the vegetables are tender and the flavors meld.
- Serve: Ladle the chili into bowls and top with your choice of shredded cheese, sour cream, or green onions.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Total Time: 6-8 hours 15 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 6 servings
- Calories: 220kcal
- Fat: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
