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Slow Cooker No Bean Chili Recipe

Slow Cooker No Bean Chili Recipe

The Slow Cooker No Bean Chili Recipe is perfect for busy days. It is hearty, spicy and full of flavor. Many people look for a simple chili that doesn’t use beans.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 kg ground beef or turkey
  • 1 large onion chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 bell peppers chopped
  • 1 large carrot diced
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 400 g canned chopped tomatoes
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 250 ml beef or chicken stock
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Fresh coriander or parsley for garnish

Instructions
  

Prepare the Vegetables

  • Chop the onion, bell peppers and carrot. Mince the garlic. Preparing vegetables first saves time later. It ensures even cooking in the slow cooker.

Brown the Meat (Optional)

  • Heat olive oil in a skillet. Add ground meat. Cook until browned. Browning adds more flavor. Transfer meat to the slow cooker after cooking.

Add Vegetables to the Slow Cooker

  • Place onion, garlic, bell peppers and carrot in the slow cooker. Stir gently to mix. Cooking vegetables first in the slow cooker ensures they become soft and tender.

Mix in Tomatoes and Stock

  • Add chopped tomatoes, tomato paste and stock. Stir until everything is combined. The liquids help cook the meat and vegetables evenly.

Season the Chili

  • Add chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, cayenne, salt and black pepper. Stir well to distribute spices. Adjust seasoning to your taste.

Cook on Low or High

  • Set the slow cooker to low for 6 hours, or high for 4 hours. Cooking slowly develops rich flavors. The chili will thicken naturally over time.

Taste and Adjust

  • Before serving, taste the chili. Add more salt, pepper or chili if needed. Stir gently to mix flavors.

Serve with Garnish

  • Spoon chili into bowls. Sprinkle fresh coriander or parsley on top. Serve with rice, bread or tortilla chips. Enjoy hot for a warming meal.

Notes

  • Brown the meat for richer flavor, but it’s optional.
  • Add extra vegetables like zucchini or mushrooms for variety.
  • Use smoked sausage slices for more depth.
  • Adjust cayenne to make it mild or spicy.
  • Leftover chili tastes even better the next day.
Keyword Slow Cooker No Bean Chili Recipe